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2.9 (147 reviews)
Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Private dog training

Bath and groom only

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Kaylie C.

Melissa always knows how to make my furry babies to have their best look! She's such a loving groomer who gives genuine care and grooming service to my babies. I have been seeing her almost 2 years now (from other petco grooming locations to this location), and now I know she is the one and only groomer who can meet the exact need & expectation!

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This Petco is unlike any other. I scheduled my grooming appointment days in advance and had my day planned around getting my dog groomed. 20 minutes before my appointment I get a text saying my appointment canceled. I called and they said they can work on my pet if i bring him within the next 15 minutes. So i had to rush for no reason. i get there no dogs are being groomed and 1 of the groomers is sitting on the floor on their phone. They groomed my dog and after the groom, told me my dog tried to bite them, which i know is not true because other petcos have praised how well behaved he is and he's never tried to bite anyone. Not only that, after this appointment they put a lock on my petco account making it impossible to make appointments thru the app. Seems they did this because they were mad they had to groom my dog. Completely unacceptable. Picture below is me trying to book an appointment at another location and this message appears.

Stephanie E.

This review is for Melissa C! She is so awesome! Not only her personality but her care for my puppy Arlo. She has done a great job since his first visit and she is the only one I will book with! 10/10 recommend

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Deanne R.

My grandson's (doggie)favorite spot in Buena Park lol. Stoped by today for a toy chicken and an ice cream treat.... In and out quickly yay for us. Fast and easy luckily not busy... see ya next time!!

Bell is pleased with her grooming.

It was my first time taking my dog to this Petco because it is close to my job. Melissa was her groomer, and I just want to say she did a fantastic job with my dog. Thank you, Melissa!

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