I have walked quite a few dogs as an off leash pack walker so I have seen the bad the good and the okay. One day, the Standard Schnauzer in my group, Solly, came back to the pack looking absolutely gorgeous. Solly is also one my tough guys thats not the easiest to handle if you don't know what you're doing. So I knew who ever did that job was not only talented at grooming but also knew how to handle dogs. The first thing I did after dropping him off was asking for the name of his groomer. This is how I found about Lesley at Pampered Paws. 10/10 Highly recommend!!
For $250 it's definitely NOT worth it! We couldn't get in anywhere but here. Unfortunately now we know why she wasn't booked for weeks like the other groomers in the area were. We were not told in advance that she charges double what everyone else charges. When she told me the cost I said, seriously? She said yes, we are like a high end salon and you get what you pay for. I mean, the cut was fine and we are happy with it but by no means, no happier than we have been in the past with other groomers. The place isn't exactly a high end salon. The place is in a run down strip mall and offers nothing extra except for empty pockets!
I strongly recommend choosing one of the many other establishments in the Mt. Pleasant area for you animal grooming needs. I wanted to get my Golden Retriever's (Luna) nails cut, and figured I would call around to see if I needed an appointment. The two other places I called were all booked up, while Pampered Paws was totally open. (Should have been the 1st red flag) The woman, (Leslie) seemed pleasant enough. After telling me that it would cost $28 to cut her nails, she brought me into the grooming area along with Luna (2nd red flag), where I had to basically assist her with the job at hand. I had asked her if it would be possible to cut a couple of balled up fur areas behind her ears. I had to hold her ears while she did this. (3rd red flag) Leslie was tremendously aggressive while cutting Lunas' nails, causing her to yelp repeatedly, which she blamed on the fact that her nails were "too long". I know for a fact that it will only hurt the animal if you cut the nail too short. She also attempted to yank her right leg underneath her stomach to cut those nails, apparently not understanding that animal limbs are not meant to bend that way. (4th, 5th, 6th....etc. red flags) Leslie did not clean the fur from the paw, or smooth out the nails that she so carelessly just chopped. The icing on the cake was the fact the she charged me an extra $10 for the 20 second trim behind the ears that she performed. I greatly urge people in the Mt. Pleasant area to choose a different groomer for their loved animals. If there are no appointments available at another location....wait!! If she treated Luna this way while I was standing right there, I can only imagine how she must treat them behind closed doors.
My little Westie Bella was very fortunate to get a last minute appointment with Lesley today. What a difference an experienced professional groomer makes! My neighbors have all commented on how well Bella looks, and I can certainly see the difference. Highly recommend Pampered Paws.
I was a student at Pamered Paws and Leslie was my teacher. I had a great experience she treats the dogs that come into get groomed like her own. I learned a lot with Leslie. I've been grooming now for 5 years. Still learning stuff everyday. Alot of times when I am having trouble remembering what breed cut is good for that type of dog I try to think back of what she taught me. She always said the bath is the most important thing and man was she right! She's is one of the best groomers I have ever met. If you want someone to do a great puppy trim and cuddle your dog at the same time take them to Leslie! She amazing at what she does
Pampered Paws Limited is a Canadian Pet groomer based in Toronto, Ontario. Pampered Paws Limited is located at 317 Millwood Rd, Toronto, ON M4S 1J9, Canada.
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