Like so many cities around the Bay Area, Oakland is a pet-friendly place to live and hang out. Fortunately for doting pet parents, there are several great local establishments where you can get your fave pooch or feline groomed and gussied up, minus the at-home mess and theatrics.
1. After Hours Dog Grooming
4.5 stars Yelp (54 reviews)
3414 Park Blvd.
- “My dog's rough, fluffy coat was out of control. I got fed up with it on a Sunday, called After Hours and the owner said to bring her by right then! An hour and 45 minutes later, she looked like a different dog. The groom was less than I expected, the hours are amazing, and she did an incredible job with my dog.”
2. Broadway Grooming Clinic
4.5 star Yelp (81 reviews)
1004 Jefferson Street
- “I really cannot say enough good things about Alfonso. I have a Himalayan cat so the grooming situation can often be quite painful. Alfonso really, really knows how to handle and communicate with animals in order to minimize traumatic stress. We're talking serious cat whisperer here people!”
- “My dog's got some serious skin issues due to allergies. Alfonso knew what was wrong, gave me some suggestions and then got to work. When I went back, my dog was clean, chill and no longer smelled like funky corn chips.”
3. Jeanne Marshall Cage Free Dog Stylist
5.0 stars Yelp (11 reviews)
4125 Piedmont Avenue
- “Jeanne has always been good with the pups. Every time I’ve picked up Winston and Izzy, both have always looked amazing. She sends reminders and confirmations before the appointments and is always on-time if not early with getting them ready for pickup.”
- “Jeanne is super patient and gentle with my shy pup who hates baths and grooming.”
4. Mr. John's Grooming
4.5 stars G+ (5 reviews)
3.5 stars Yelp (48 reviews)
5361 College Avenue
- “I've taken three generations of schnauzers to Mr. John and have never been disappointed.”
- “My Yorkie, Oliver, had a wonderful experience. They were prompt, kind and listened well to exactly how we wanted him cut. We will definitely come back.”
5. Pet Food Express
4.5 stars Yelp (95 reviews)
5144 Broadway
- “Pet Food Express loves all our doggies, even if we bring them all howling in unison, they laugh and just smile. They provide exactly what we come looking for. They give off such warm and pleasing vibes of peacefulness, they should rename their store Pet Food Express & Owner Decompressed.”
6. Pet Stylist Heather Tuthill
5.0 stars Yelp (17 reviews)
4125 Piedmont Avenue, Suite 3
- “I absolutely LOVE this place. Heather only grooms one pet client at a time, so my little boy had her full attention and didn't have to wait in a cage for hours with a screaming blow dryer pointed at him.”
- “I regularly bring my Italian Greyhound to Heather and both he and I are always pleased.”
7. Petstylist Vanessa Padron
Pride and Pedigree
5 stars Yelp (32 reviews)
437 25th Street
- “Finding someone to trust with our pets was priority ONE when we moved to Oakland over five years ago. Vanessa has NEVER disappointed and always remembers how the girls are to be groomed. Our two small dogs are in-and-out in 1.5 hours and every time they look adorable.”
- “Vanessa is very good with dogs, efficient, organized and communicative with the dog owners.”
8. SpaGo Dog
5.0 G+ (26 reviews)
4.5 Yelp (102 reviews)
4900 Broadway
- “Our King Charles Cavalier loves coming for his sessions! The service is first rate, fast, consistently high quality.”
- “Clean, organized, easy to get to and always find parking without a problem. My mini-labradoodle always goes in a mess and comes out a new dog!”
- “Miki has always been professional, on-time and has a great way with my nervous dog Bear. You will be happy and so will your dog!”
Once you have you pet all cleaned up and ready to go, try out one of the great restuarants around Oakland that allow you to bring your pup!
