Our dogs LOOOOVE their baths at the Ark. We have been to other groomers and our dogs were miserable. The dogs come back clean, happy, and not stressed as they have been with other groomers. Terri is wonderful and will take appointments last minute (you know dogs and what they can get into)! Before our elderly dog passed away, Terri was beyond kind and loving with our dog and he thouroughly enjoyed his time there. Making appointments is simple with a phone call and Terri is so kind and understanding. Our dogs have the best time and always smell amazing! I highly recommend going to the Ark. read more

We've been bringing our two beagles to Alfonso for the past year, and the experience has been fantastic. Alfonso is reliable, caring, and always does an excellent job. The photos we're posting say it all--they come home looking so happy, relaxed, and smell AMAZING after every visit. It's clear there's real attention to detail and genuine care behind the work. We're always happy with the results and highly recommend Alfonso to anyone looking for a groomer they can trust. read more

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The place is under new management and they are super friendly. our dogs love going there.

Terry, Alfonso and Preston love animals and provide an outstanding grooming experience. I also feel completely safe knowing my dogs are in excellent care with them. Whether puppy cuts, deshedding, or just a spa bath, this is the place I take my dogs. Under new management, but Terry has been a groomer for 44 years! She started as a youngster. And, Alfonso calms my super hyper dog, Raya. I love supporting local businesses like them. read more

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My ShiPoo got great grooming from Terry. Will be my go-to from now on! Caring careful groomer.

We had a terrible experience with Tonya at The Ark. My husband accidentally went to the wrong location, making him eight minutes late. The second he arrived, Tonya was visibly upset and made it very clear with her attitude. She was disrespectful toward my husband and unprofessional with our dog, manhandling him and even calling him a "bad dog." When my husband told her we had plans to breed him in the next few weeks, which was the reason we wanted him cleaned up, she made an inappropriate comment that we probably needed to have our dog fixed so that he would "behave better". Our dog was not being bad at all. Our Golden Doodle only had some matting behind his ears and a few knots on his legs. Tonya told my husband it would take three hours to groom him. Yet when he came back less than ten minutes later, she hadn't washed him, she had just started shaving him down to the shortest length possible. Why would that take three hours? At that rate, she would have been done in another ten minutes. On top of that, she shaved his tail down to the bone, even though there was no matting there. Where the matting was under his ear, she shaved him down to bare skin and gave him razor burns. She never communicated with my husband or gave him any options for how to address the knots or attempted to demat him at all. In my opinion, she shaved him down to spite my husband because she was mad that he was late... After my husband told me what was going on, I asked him if he trusted her to not abuse him without supervision and he said no so we decided to get him out of there. When my husband walked back in to the salon he found her yanking hard on his front legs and he told her to stop. She suddenly tried to act friendly and said our dog was "fine", but my husband insisted she stop and give our dog back. Unfortunately, the damage was already done. I am PISSED and dying to see what Tonya has to say, since I see she likes responding to others bad reviews... read more

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I love the care and kindness that Tonya and the rest of the staff show my kitty! It's hard to find a grooming salon that will care for cats and I'm so glad I found the arc! There are always gentle and kind with her and get us in and out quickly and the price is more than reasonable. I work at a vet clinic and I recommend the Ark to anyone who needs grooming services for their cat. read more

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stopped in for the first time in 9 years. don't be scared seeing "under new management" on the building. terry has worked at the Ark for years and has now taken over. my dog was treated so well and came home calm - which is rare! he always seems stressed after past visits with other groomers. 10/10 recommend and will be back! read more

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We have been going to Eddie who is kind ,great with our puppy .he is doing a great job w wash and cut for my doodle who is happy to go there .they are not locked in a kennel for hours ..Puppy is in and out in a short time Thank u read more

Terry always does a great job with our Doodles. They come home happy and beautiful! Doing two large doodles is a project in itself! Her prices are very fair! read more

This was an extremely disappointing experience. We've come here once before to get his paws trimmed, but I brought him in Thursday for a full summer cut and I truly regret it. Never in the 12 years that I've had my dog has anything like this happened to him. I was charged $150 and my dog has several bald patches, razor burns, and now boils. There's even random long patches of hair on his chest. The groomer expressed how amazing and relaxed my dog was yet he still came home like this! I stated multiple times that I did not want a teddy bear cut for him, just an all-around even cut. I guess they ignored me and still gave him a rounded teddy bear cut. He was there well over 2 hours, so idk why he looks so rushed. If they needed more time that would've been perfectly ok with me. My dog is nearly 13 and I'm sad I didn't show more concern or check him more thoroughly when I first picked him up. Outside of the terrible haircut, the groomer (a woman with a scratchy voice and is often outside smoking) was aggressive and condescending. I honestly don't know if she means to be but this is honestly the reason I paid her and wanted to just leave. I've emailed the salon and I'm hoping to get a call from the owner or manager on getting some sort of a partial refund at least. This has absolutely been the worst experience I've ever had with a groomer. read more

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Art pet salon is a great place to bring your dog! I have two pugs that literally dragged me out the door to go every other Saturday . I also have one pugs that has seizures and an immune issue that affects the skin and ears. Tonya and team doing an amazing job taking care of him and I have never had one issue and nearly a decade. Highly recommend these professionals who care and do an amazing job thanks, Ark Pet! read more

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I am compelled to correct the inaccuracies and tone of your message. First, at no point in our phone conversation did you ever offer to pay my veterinary bill, nor did we discuss such a possibility. To state otherwise is factually untrue and misrepresents the reality of our exchange. For you to state otherwise is inaccurate and misleading. I ask that you refrain from mischaracterizing our exchange. Second, I take serious issue with your description of my review as "egregious" and "borderline slander." As a paying customer, I am entitled to recount my direct experience. My dog entered your care healthy and left with a corneal ulcer--a fact that cannot be dismissed, minimized, or deflected. My review was not slander; it was a truthful account of what occurred. To suggest otherwise is inappropriate and an attempt to silence valid concerns. To attempt to frame my words as slanderous is both inappropriate and dismissive of my lived experience. Finally, regarding the circumstances at pick-up: I recall clearly why I did not immediately notice my dog's eye injury. At the time, there were two larger animals in the front area that you and the owner were visibly unable to manage. I even remember you saying from the chair you were seated on in the grooming area, "He needs to control them. He needs to get them out of here." There was significant commotion and distraction in your shop at that moment. It was only once I got home that I observed my dog squinting and realized something was seriously wrong. The undeniable fact is this: my pup was injured while in your care. That reality cannot be erased, minimized, or explained away by speculation. This alone demands full accountability. Attempts to deflect responsibility or to attack me personally for voicing legitimate concerns are unacceptable and only compound the issue. As the manager of this facility, it is your duty--not a choice--to take responsibility for what happens under your supervision. I expect you to uphold that duty and to treat the injury of a client's animal, and the concerns raised about it, with the gravity and professionalism the situation requires. read more

WOWZER!!!!! Highly recommended!!! Hassle free, easy, kind, & caring!!!. ONLY SALON ILL BE GOING TO FROM NOW ON. If you want people who you can trust with your fur babies, then look no further. Quality work! I called with an emergency case. My poor baby was a 911 adoption. She came from a hoarder home. She had dark Urine stains on her legs. Eddie was able to get her in. He and his team did BEYOND A GREAT JOB! She is looking her best today! Her staining has faded and her spirit is lifted. Your pet is guaranteed to be in the best of hands here. With people who are genuine animal LOVERS!!!!! 5 stars from me! THANK YOU ARK PET SALON FOR CARING FOR BEEBEE! We will recommend you guys every time. read more

Omg, my dog Dexter doesn't really like getting his hair cut .. but Eddie did a phenomenal job! Thank you so much for squeezing us in, you guys are the best! read more

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I took my dog for a long over due nail trim... my error my fault... I could not get off from work during their work hours.. my poor girl pooped my poor girl cried ... they cut her pad !!!!! She was bleeding.... The lady called her a monster because my girl yelled....I will never ever take her back there.... Never ever.... read more

The Ark Pet Salon - My dogs pad severely cut from nail cutter from the owner of the Ark.... Look at the rest of her nails... they are not short and I paid $20 - Pet Groomers Near Me - Seal Beach, California

My dog has been groomed at the Ark for over 10 years and always comes home happy, soft, and beautiful. The staff are all caring, helpful, and responsive. The location is great! It's easy to park, which is a big deal in a beach community. I usually go early so that I have time to walk my dog in through the lovely grassy area to Main Street. read more

Terrible service!!! They have the worst customer service we've ever been to. Yelled at our puppy for not sitting still for nails, was rude to my wife and I and didn't finish the service. Never coming back again read more

Extremely expensive and straight up not friendly told me to my face I don't negotiate my pricing for every non-paying customer I'm getting three so I'm not really worried about having you as a customer Not recommended will never go back! read more

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Awesome. Super professional. Take great care of my older dogs. Grooming is always on point!!!! Highly recommend

Such a great experience here ! My first Standard Poodle and my first appointment grooming her! They are poodle experts!! I got to meet so many beautiful Standards today and Sofia has so much to look forward to! I also can't forget to say how great the products are that they use! Sofia smells like Heaven!! Remember to bring cash! They don't take plastic! read more

The Ark Pet Salon - Sofia after her ist visit! So perfect! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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Rianon is an awesome groomer. She turned my new rescue Blanca into an absolute beauty! She is so kind and loving to all the dogs in the pet salon. Highly recommend! read more

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They welcome you with a smile. Take great care of your pet. Get it done on time and within a great budget. Nice place all around.

They were awesome perfect timing got in the same day. My boarder collie was happy when I picked her up. She looked beautiful read more

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They know cockers and give Rocky Road the best haircuts of his life. Easy to work with. I hope they can use Apple Pay or credit cards soon.

Writing this review because of the terrible experience I had trying to book my very first appointment for my Labre doodle . I called ark A few days ago and got a return call yesterday from a woman (did not catch her name) she had a very deep scratchy voice. I was trying to explain to her that we've taken our dog to the same place for a long time and really were unhappy with the way they would cut him. I was also explaining to her that he tends to get matting on his hips. She had missed heard me and thought I had said his head and then began to scold me and say that meant I wasn't taking good care of him because he was getting mats on his face... When I explained that she had miss heard me and that I said hips, not head then she proceeded with an attitude and then asked me how often I had him groomed? I told her anywhere from four weeks to six weeks. She then responded with an attitude "why do you wait six weeks?" I then responded that it's expensive to get him groomed so we try to wait as long as we can. She then said with a really snarky attitude "then you should've gotten a doodle"!!! . I could not believe the nerve of this woman to speak to me this way when all I was trying to do is book my very first appointment with the company. I own a business and would fire one of my girls if they ever spoke to anybody this way. I don't know if she was the owner or one of the employees. But someone should teach her about customer service and how to speak to customers. I immediately hung up on her after she said that, and will never ever book an appointment there after how I was treated. read more

Excellent experience. They fit me in last minute over the holiday and did a great job. Affordable, full service, thorough, and very friendly. I will definitely be back. Thank you!! read more

I love You guys! You've been grooming my poodle since I got her (6yrs) and I cannot tell you how many compliments I've received on her 'doos. Whether I'm looking for something serious or fun (what's the point in getting a Poodle if you can't have a little fun w the cut), you accommodate. read more

I've been bringing my dog here for about 2 years. They do great work!! The only downside is that's it's cash or check only..Other than that my Teddy always looks great!!! My dog is a lil crazy so I'm glad that they are patient with him and get the job done! The staff is very friendly and professional. BTW the prices did go up, now it's $65! It's that price almost everywhere tho.. read more

The Ark Pet Salon - Teddy after being groomed - Pet Groomers Near Me - Seal Beach, California

Face it, guys, finding a good stylist is not always easy. My Mom has lived in lots of different cities (from Houston to New York to San Francisco to Seal Beach and multiple points in between) and I've visited a bunch of different places. Let's just say that I know a good stylist when I see one. Get a bad cut and the ladies won't look twice at you. And forget about those two-legged creatures called "people"! Hey, I want scritches and head-rubs and lots of attention! If I'm not looking fine, then nobody's going to look my way. Come on! A good stylist is worth their weight in gold. At least in my corner of the world. 'Cause I've just GOT to look GOOD. I've got a stylist in Houston that is tremendous. Didn't think I'd find anybody quite like her. When Mom relocated to Seal Beach, she looked on Yelp for someone to give me the same quality of cut and care that I got back at my Grammy's down south. So she decided to try Ark. She and I are not disappointed. But the real test was when my Grammy came to visit. Mom asked her to call Ark to bring me in for a cut and a groom. "Hmm," I thought. "This will be interesting. My Grammy's one tough cookie, and I'm curious to know what SHE thinks of Ark." Grammy called and got an appointment for the next day! Wow! Off I go with her to get all spiffied-up. Grammy was impressed that they told her I'd be ready in just 2 hours -- unbelievable! Sure enough, Grammy got a call that I was ready to strut out of there in just about that time. There I was to greet her when she came: I looked more handsome than ever, blue bow on my collar and all! I gave a quick spin around to show Grammy how fine I looked, and ta da! The scritches and head-rubs and attention were marvelous! Grammy was ALL smiles. And Mom thought I looked pretty sweet when we got home, too! Want to look your best? Want great care and people to dote over you? Guys, THIS is the place to go. read more

I've been coming to Ark Pet Salon for two and half years now after moving into the area. Only one time before the groomer told me my dog "Joey" pooped while being groomed. I thought nothing of it as I've never heard that before from his past groomers. I came in today and she asked me repeatedly did I walk my dog and did he poop? She asked me over three times where it made me defensive and uncomfortable. She had an attitude about it. After going back and fourth with her and walking out, I didn't feel comfortable leaving him there, so I walked back in. They were talking about me, and I asked to get my dog please. How could I leave him after that. I'd be scared they would treat him poorly. After I asked for him the staff then said it's not a big deal if dogs poop, three dogs today popped while being groomed. My thought: If its a common thing why did the groomer have an attitude about it? Background on my dog: Joey is 9 years old, and I've never been asked that question by any groomer. She asked me over and over almost attacking me about it. He is a shitzu, and I have to get him groomed every few months. When he was a puppy he would be nervous and come home rattled from the groomers acting funny the rest of the day, but he grew out of it. He also hates walks, and he goes to the bathroom in our backyard mornings and afternoons. He hates to be outside and is an inside dog so going outside to walk he doesn't have it, and sits on the ground. He NEVER has accidents in the house, NEVER. I wonder if she gave me an attitude because of my color skin. It makes you think was it really about the poop. Also, this place only takes cash. You know they are hiding their money under the table. I will never be back again! read more

I love the level of customer service here! These ladies really put the customer first, they take good notes on how to specifically groom your dog. I've brought my babies in here twice and both times they have done great jobs. I can't remember the name of my dog's groomer, her name starts with a K. She is really sweet and attentive! The salon is hard to find at first because there isn't a clear signage on the strip mall listing. It's actually located behind the Taco Bell. Find the tacos, go around the back.. Ta da! read more

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This is seriously the only place I would ever take my two doodles!!!!! Tonya totally gets doodles- Actually every groomer is amazing. My two crazy doodles LOVE going and hanging out in the shop after they are done. Honestly, don't go anywhere else, this is doodle heaven! read more

I decided to step up my grooming game and go for a more posh groomer to see if my pomeranian could be cut to perfection. I came to Ark and couldn't be more pleased with the results! Kayana was my groomer and I told her what I wanted (a lion cut, with a mane, pom pom tail, and fur boots). She definitely knows her dog cuts and asked me more specific questions about what it is I was looking for to ensure I would love the results. When I came back to pick my dog up (which was very speedy by the way), I was elated at how she looked. Kayana didn't do a "chop shop" cut, but you could tell the level of precision and detail put into the layering and shaving. Most groomers when you request a lion cut totally butcher the face area, but Kayana took great care to taper the face just right. The tail was shaved perfectly with a little pom pom at the end. She added a bow to her collar after I requested no frills since my dog is a tom boy and she put a cute little black skull bow on the collar. I love it! My dog looked good and she knew she looked good. :) You could tell Kayana knows how to handle dogs (good and bad) and I felt totally comfortable leaving my baby with her (because I know my dog can be a little butthead sometimes!). This was literally the BEST haircut my dog has ever received and I don't want to go to anyone else. SERIOUSLY THOUGH. Ark also offers once a monthly anesthesia free teeth cleaning for only $100, which is an excellent deal compared to my vet who charges $150. I already made my appointment! read more

The Ark Pet Salon - Zara with a beautiful lion cut by Kayana. - Pet Groomers Near Me - Seal Beach, California

Love this place. They're all so kind to me and great with my dog. So much so.... I sent them my mother's dogs too. If your dog is a problem or you're an over protective dog parent this your place for pup. read more

This was my 2nd time to go this groomer and I really like them there. The Groomers are so nice! They took good care of my little Rosie. When I was dropping Rosie off she jumped right into Rianna's arms it was so cute. read more

Rianon has been grooming my labrodoodle since he was 2 months and has always done an amazing job! She is so talented she can do any cut and everyone is so friendly! Thanks Ark Pet Salon for taking such great care of our babies read more

The Ark Pet Salon - Rianon kills it every time with Ozzy's punker look! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Seal Beach, California

The Ark has been pampering our family dogs for over 20 years. Two months ago an Ark team member noticed what looked like a cataract in our Cavalier's left eye and recommended we take her to the Vet. She was diagnosed with a cataract and scheduled for a consultation with Opthamologist Vet and after pre-testing and lab work she was scheduled for surgery. After surgery the Vet told us her eye lens was starting to split and if we had not brought her in as soon as we did she might have lost her left eye. We will never be able to thank the Ark Team for their thoroughness when caring for our dogs. Tonya and team are the best. read more

Been searching & trying different groomers for 4 years. Finally found the Ark. There's just something about Mary... I have a shihpoo that I like cut with a square face and hubby likes a more round face. We arrived here arguing about it today, and not in a good way. Mary spent time and energy on getting the Matt's out of our dogs feet and the best grooming job we've had. Ever. The entire staff felt familiar like family. Easy to talk to. read more

Been brining my dog here for a year. They are always so kind to my Pomeranian Zaza and they love her. Shout out to Heidi who understands the breed and proper cutting. She helped my Pomeranian restore her hair from a bad haircut. Thank you! read more