Always a great groom for our Rose Talbott. Lovely atmosphere and the dogs seem to enjoy it too!! I love the fact I can take my little Affenpinscher at extremely short notice! Staff are wonderful, kind and caring. Highly recommended by us!! read more

I just made my second appointment for my yorkie, Max. Again they said they could get me in tomorrow but I had to schedule about two weeks out because of my work hours. The first appointment was fabulous. When we picked him up he was happy and sitting still, not in his nature to sit still for anything. I don't know what magic they used but it has made a huge difference in his demeanor at home as well. He didn't want to be brushed at all before but now he will at least tolerate it. This business deserves higher than 5 stars and I would give them if I could. read more

OMG...Christmas scarves today!!! Such a busy day...long line at the door fifteen minutes before opening, and yet our pack was ready early as we requested. And, did I mention how soft they are?! Ready for the whole family to cuddle at xmas. Thanks Todd and staff!!! read more

Great service and very friendly and helpful staff. I've been here twice now to have my Cockapoo groomed. He's come out looking gorgeous both times. Both times he's been ready to be picked earlier than the initial time estimate, which means less time in the crate for him. This last time, I took my other dog (Maltese) in for a nail clipping. He's usually very temperamental and not comfortable with strangers. The 2 gals that over-saw his mani/pedi handled him beautifully and knew what they were doing. He was totally comfortable and at ease. I'll definitely be going back! read more

My two Australian Shepherd's were in bad shape, I have to say I was embarrassed to take them in. I feel Todd's staff did an amazing job and it was worth every penny. read more

I was with my friend and his guide dog and we wanted to get him a bath while we went to lunch and they took him as a walk in even though they were visibly very busy! Then they delivered him over to the patio where we were eating and he laid in the sun to dry off. It was a great experience and the staff were all so kind and helpful! I'll definitely be back! read more

I am always impressed with the way that Todd and his staff take care of my pup. I've been taking Pepper here for more than ten years, and although the staff has changed, Todd has always maintained an excellent level of service. From basic baths to even grooming. I love the bows on the collars =) I recommend this place for any dog in the area, even if you have to take a drive! (plus you can ask Todd anything...he knows it all!) read more

By far the best hair cut I have for my Mini Schnauzer! Staff was friendly when I dropped her off. One HUGE complaint...shop closes at 5pm, and I was called at 4:40 pm to pick up my dog. I was never advised there would be an additional 20 dollar charge for late pick ups. I arrived at 5:10 due to unruly everyday traffic in Carmel. The store manager was very rude about the situation. There were four other dogs in my view who needed pick up as well. Not happy about this at all. read more

Love these guys, and so do my girls! They make appointments easily. When I bring in Dolly and Cocoa Bean they always feel like they are old friends. I don't even have to put them on a leash when I take them in because they just head for the door. They do a great job, and am staying loyal! read more

We would like to thank Todd and his staff for taking EXCELLENT care of our 5 mo old standard poodle, Princess Zhara. Not only was she bathed and clipped to perfection,she even strutted her stuff as if she new how Gorgeous she looked.We were so impressed we booked her thru the year's end to assure us we could get in.Because of your sincere kindness and follow up we will be sure to tell all of our friend's about you. Thank you again, Zhara and family :0) read more

I've been taking my 7 year old Pomeranian here since he was a baby. Todd and the staff at Suds 'N Scissors always do an excellent job. Cash comes out looking like a million bucks every single time. When doing the regular bath and trim they make his coat so fluffy and beautiful and it lasts for weeks (as long as I don't let him run a ruckus) its unbelievable. I also do the "puppy cut" and even once tried the lion cut in the summer months as he tends to attract stickers and they do a really precise job, I wouldn't trust anyone else but Todd with those close cuts. I have always been able to get a quick appointment sometimes last minute which works great for me as I don't always know when he will need to go to the groomer. I also love that all clean dogs get a bandana or a bow on their collar-really nice touch. I highly recommend taking your dog here for their grooming needs! read more

They are very very professional! You can see their great work when you see your dog after the service. You can very well see that they put a lot of effort and caring in making your dog and the parents happy. When I brought my dog for the grooming, I was very hesitant because he was previously traumatized when his grooming was done at Petsmart before. He started to growl whenever somebody will touch his ears or nails. I told them about my dogs behavior as a result of trauma. They gladly listen and tried to do their best, keeping all of those in mind. I was very very surprised when I saw my dog, he was happy and very handsome. Although they said they had a hard time trying to cut his nails, they still continue and gave him a perfect haircut! I will come back again! Great service, worth every penny! Todd is very professional and a nice person to deal with. Keep it up guys! read more

Amazing job with a temperamental dog! Thank you for the great cut you did with Ralphie!!! We love the way it turned out!

+We bring our standard poodle every 5 weeks or so from San Francisco because they do the best job and we've tried lots of places. My fiance is a retired hair dresser and is very fussy about how Gingee looks after grooming and they do the best job. Cost is usually around 85-90 and thats what every place seems to charge for her so price is OK. read more

Every time I bring Asta here, we get a warm welcome. The folks here are courteous and listen to my requests. This is important: many groomers stick your dog in front of a low heat dryer and leave them there. This is ok for a golden retriever, or other shorter haired dog, but for Asta, a shih tzu, it makes her hair curly and hard to manage during baths. She always comes out looking fantastic, and she stays looking good for a long time. Also, they try hard to accomodate my busy schedule - I bring her in at 9:30 am on a Saturday, and we are usually out by noon. Superb. read more

The best service I have used for my dogs' grooming...friendly people, dogs get the whole treatment when I take them in. They come home smelling sooooo good. read more

Very happy with the staff and quality of the grooming at Suds and Scissors. They are professional and knowledgable and I feel very comfortable leaving my two poodle mix pups with them. Their prices are about the same as other groomers in the area. They have many years of experience which is very important. The salon is clean and organized. Highly recommend Suds and Scissors and I am very picky when it comes to my dogs! read more

If you want the very best for your dog, to be treated with love and understanding and at the same time get the best grooming job in town, take your dog to Suds N' Scissors.....you won't be disappointed! read more

I don't enjoy writing a negative review, and this is the first time I ever have. This review is in response to receiving condescending, rude and dismissive treatment. After having our dog groomed three times without issue, we thought we had found the right grooming shop for us even though they are expensive. Although we had specifically asked that they never trim her fur, unfortunately our dog's fur was shorter when we picked her up after her fourth grooming session. When brought to the manager's attention I was told that it did not happen, and that they would NEVER trim the coat of our dog. I had mentioned it in a non-confrontational way, since I assumed it was an oversight and would not happen again as long as I reinforced the no trimming request every time. Our dog looked OK (just not like her usual self), and fur grows back, so I let it go. I was, however, surprised by the manager's response. As if I don't know my own dog. When I delivered our dog for the fifth visit at 9:45 am I was told she would be ready by 12:30 or 1:00 pm and I would receive a text message when the session was complete. By 1:00 there was no message so I went in to inquire as to my dog's status since I was concerned about her being in there so long. The response I received from the manager is what prompted this low rating. She told me "the dog will be ready when you receive a text!" and then turned away. I stopped her and asked her to please check, since I had been told my dog would be ready by 1:00 at the latest and I was worried since I had not been contacted. She brought out my dog and said "well, we sent you a text at 11:45, and you're just now picking her up!" I never at any time said that they did not attempt to text me, only that I did not RECEIVE a text. The manager was very defensive and continued to insist that they sent a text and it was delivered, regardless of my statement that I did not get it. The only reason I waited so long to ask about my dog was out of respect for their preference that people wait to be contacted and not check on their pets, as posted on a prominent sign at the front desk. By the time I picked her up, my poor dog had to pee and was thirsty. The flat denial that my dog's fur could have possibly been trimmed, along with the inference that I was somehow responsible for not receiving a text thus leaving my dog sitting in a cage, and being rudely dismissed when I tried to retrieve my pet make the decision to not use this groomer again a relatively easy one. The only reason for the two stars and not one is that my dog was groomed well, except for the extra haircut. read more

They do the best job grooming pets in the Monterey County and dogs love them! I found out about them from my boss, Tracy, and I must say, she was right! If you want fantastic hair styling for your best friend, you won't be disappointed. They are always friendly and they always make you want to come back. read more

Very friendly staff who always does a great job. The only thing that I suggest to improve is that I find the atmosphere a little too hectic for my taste but people are nice to the dogs and I find that most important. We take our doggie regularly. Would definitely recommend to a friend. read more

Thanks- I almost didn't recognize my best buddy-- he was clean and the cut looked fabulous! Jacki

I stopped by Suds N Scissors to ask if someone could help me re-assemble my horse clipper's blades. They were not sure they would be able to fix the blade, but Todd was willing to try. And he persevered until he was able to fix it for me. No charge. While I was waiting, I watched the animals - all of the dogs were happy and they looked clean and beautiful - even the resident cat looked comfortable and happy despite the canine company. And I was able to browse the merchandise - great selection of collars, leashes, coats and costumes (if one was inclined to dress up one's pet). Thank you to the gracious staff and to Todd for coming to the rescue. If you get a crate large enough to handle my horse, let me know - I'd be happy to bring her to you to be groomed! read more

Very pleased and will continue to use Suds 'N Scissors when we visit Carmel with our dogs. They were very professional and it is a great looking clean store. Our two big "girls" were comfortable, clean and happy when we picked them up. The staff was kind enough to get us in and out quickly. They have a great flow to get the amount of dogs that seem to be going in and out of there. It takes a good system and great team. Thank you for great service. read more

Today I would have to give this a 3 out of 5. Normally I would give it a 10 for 10. I have taken my Bella to them for a while now as she really likes the place and the people are normally quite wonderful and really seem to care about their "clients." Today we went in about 9:10 (the place opens at 9) and 5!!! hours later Bella was ready. (I received the text to pick her up at 1:59). I asked if there had been a problem since I have never waited 5 hours for Bella. I was told there was no problem but I needed to understand that they are shorter staffed on Saturday and that there were a lot of dogs ahead of her. Could there really be that many pets in the 10 minutes between 9 and 9:10 that it would take 5 hours? Not sure. Normally we go in between 9 and 9:10 and she is out by 12 at the latest. To put this in perspective, Bella is a 12 pound Pekinese mix who is groomed every 6-8 weeks so she is not exceptionally dirty or long. Perhaps a quick "We are really packed with pets today, it may take longer than normal, if that's ok?" might be a good greeting so that us pet parents could either accept the longer wait or reschedule? read more

Thank YOU to Todd and crew for going above and beyond to help us! While camping in Big Sur, far from home, our dog caught a skunk. It was awful and would have sent us home early if it wasn't for the kind people at Suds 'N Scissors. They promptly took in our dog (Pit mix) without hesitation and even offered to wash her stinky blanket at their shop for us at no additional charge. Our dog was much, much better after the grooming and they said she was no trouble at all. The shop seemed very clean and orderly and fair priced. We will be sure to come back and say, "Hi!" next time we are nearby. Thank you!!! read more

We have a Bichon, with a full/classic cut. He has been going to Suds' and Scissors for almost two years. Knowing that a Bichon needs a very precise cut, with lots of hand scissoring on the head, legs and body and delicate trimming around the eye areas, it was important to us to find a groomer who was skilled in the artistry of grooming a Bichon and who would make our dog feel comfortable in the process. Todd was recommended to us by our dog's trainer. We have been extremely pleased with the professionalism shown by Todd and his associates each time our dog is groomed. Additionally, our dog is comfortable while being left at the salon for his grooming, as Todd has developed a trust with him. Todd takes great pride in paying attention to detail each time our dog visits his salon. Wherever we go, our Bichon continually gets rave reviews about how beautifully he is groomed. When we attended the annual "Bichon Day in the Park" in Sacramento this year, over 100 Bichons were in attendance. One woman told us that, in her opinion, our dog was the most beautiful Bichon there. We attribute that compliment and the many we receive to Todd. Therefore, we proudly recommend Todd and his associates at Suds & Scissors! read more

I have been taking my poodles and cats to Todd at Suds and Scissors since 1993. The service and tender care of my animals, and those others I have observed over 20 years, is consistently wonderful. Todd gave my 2 persian cats a poodle cut for years so they could roam the neighborhood without catching the garden in their fur. I have had 3 standard poodles love to go to this shop. Each dog has loved their scarves. Todd and his staff and polite, concerned and caring of the over all health of the animals they work with. I highly recommend Suds and Scissors. read more

I have a 15 year old Mcnab that has never had her nails trimmed....EVER. Now that she is not getting as much exercise we noticed her nails were starting to get long, and her front dew claws really needed to be trimmed. We called they said it's $15 cash and we could come anytime, it's a walk in service. If you know anything about this breed you know this might go terribly wrong....but is was super fast painless and they let us be there while it was being done as a comfort to Maggie :) I would 100% recommend this place! read more

My boss, the owner of Augustina's, loves Todd at Suds 'N Sissors! She's known him for over 10 years and he is the greatest hairdresser to her dog Natasha. Friendly staff and always very clean, take your puppies here! :) read more

These guys do a great job and my dogs like going there. The people are friendly and work hard to accommodate my schedule.

we have taken our standard poodles to SUDS for 25 years and have received the best care by the friendliest staff. they've always helped out in an emergency. i trust them to do a great cut every time. read more

Suds & Scissors have been grooming our dogs for almost 20 years. All our dogs were and are recuse dogs, Brittany Spaniels. We never had a problem with Suds and the owner is very caring with our dogs. They do not have a problem when I leave them for their grooming. The come home happy and beautifully groomed. As long as we continue to have dogs, Suds & Scissors will be our groomer. read more

Saying Todd Harris is just a groomer is like saying Fred Astaire was just a dancer. My dogs have been groomed at Suds 'N Scissors for years. When they get old, they are treated with dignity and respect, and made to feel young and good looking. The staff at Suds 'N Scissors is pleasant, helpful, and know how to relax the dogs so they are comfortable while there. Todd is the best. read more

I decided to give this grooming shop another try after a bad experience. Needless to say, I should have stayed away. They not only cut my dog again, they did exactly the same thing they did the last time. They said the injury was already there and was not caused by them. Sorry, I know whether my dog is bleeding or not when I bring her in and I heard her yelp while they were working on her. I any case, they did not immediately own up to the injury they inflicted and tried to back-peddle their way out of the responsibility. All I was asking for was honesty - things happen, but they couldn't even do that. Just think, they did this with me there, what are they doing to your dog when you're not? I would NEVER, and I repeat, NEVER, EVER leave my dog at this facility, nor should you. BEWARE. It's great to have your dog's hair looking wonderful, but at what cost? Find someone else. By the way, "Todd" never even turned around to see what my complaint with his staff was. He just pretended this conversation wasn't taking place right behind him. What does that tell you? read more

Our Samoyed pup looked beautiful and very posh after having a bath and pampering at Suds & Scissors. Very professional and the staff was great. Would highly recommend! read more

Excellent service for Charlie! Always on time and they trim his nails.

This is the first time my Lab/Retriever has been groomed by Suds n' Scissors. She was in rough shape after a long car trip from Virginia to Carmel CA! You made her look beautiful again! Thank you so very much! We will be back. read more

I am very picky when it comes to my dogs and this is the only place I bring my dogs to for grooming. Staff is very professional and dogs always look great after I pick them up. read more

We've taken our XL breed dog here twice (the last time being early this year), and luckily, have now found an alternative. On our fist visit, everything seemed to go well, and a staff member even pointed out something that she thought our vet should take a look at. Extra points! However, our 2nd visit was our last, as our sweet pup had giant bloody patches on her back where her fur was ripped out when she was returned to us. The staff member told us that her fur was very matted on her back and that the fur came out when they brushed her. The bloody patches resulted in scabs that we had to tend to, in order to prevent infection. Our dog is well loved and brushed regularly. Further, her fur is easy to brush, therefore, even if she was matted, it would have been easy to gently brush out the mats. Finally, we saw the cage they had put her in when she wasn't being groomed and it was far too small for our dog's size. If you can't comfortably accommodate a giant breed, then please turn them away. We would never go back to Suds 'N Scissors! read more