Debbie’s Pet Grooming

Debbie is very friendly and has a ton of experience! We took our very matted golden doodle to her and she was very helpful and honest. Highly recommend her!

Since we found Debbie, she is the only groomer we’ll see for our small bichon frise, named Happy. We found Happy two years ago abandoned by a dumpster in a parking lot and in fight or flight mode. Since her rescue, she has become very loyal to us and does not like others who are not in our pack. Finding a groomer willing to work with Happy’s disposition had been challenging until we found Debbie. We now have standing appointments every 4 – 5 weeks with Debbie and Happy is the best looking bichon frise in town. We receive countless complements about her cuteness when we take her out with us. Everyone comments and wants to pet her. Unfortunately, she won’t let anyone outside of her pack even think about touching her. We sure are glad Happy considers Debbie part of our pack. If you have a bichon frise, you definitely want to book an appointment with Debbie.

I took my dog in today for his first grooming. He is three years old and a terrier mix so I usually just throw him in a tub at the dog wash and we’re good to go however, his bangs were getting really long and I was tired of him looking like a total goofball after I cut them myself. Debbie was great! She asked me what I wanted and took her time with him. He was so happy when he left and so excited that he could see so much better! Debbie is the best! I highly recommend her!

We’ve been taking our 1 ½ year golden doodle to Debbie for about a year. We can’t go anywhere without anyone stopping us and raving about how impeccable his haircut is. Teddy loves going to see Debbie. She spends her time on each dog which shows in their perfectly groomed look. We love how she scissor cuts around his face to give him his Teddy Bear look. She is hard to get an apt. since she is the doodle queen. Make sure to call in advance. I always book future appointmetns a month in advance. If you have a doodle she is the best groomer in San Diego who will actually listen to what you want. She will always call you when your pup is ready to be picked up.

I took my 20 year old poodle mix, Georgie, to Debbie for several years. Debbie is so kind and caring. She was always great with my senior, who often couldn’t stand up for long periods. Georgie always looked beautiful and acted like a puppy when I picked her up. She seemed so happy to have someone take the time necessary to accommodate her special needs. Prior to finding Debbie, I used to chase Georgie around with clippers and it was extremely stressful for both of us.
I waited about a year after Georgie passed to bring a new dog home. Finley is a Tibetan Terrier mix, full of energy, joy and amusement. I am certain Debbie is a «Dog Whisperer» since she is able to contain that little boy and always send him back looking so very handsome. The three of us will share many years together in the future!!!
Thank You Debbie!!! You are the best groomer I have encountered in my 60 plus years as a dog owner.

Debbie is awesome! She has been grooming my Shih-​poo Sophia for almost 4 years now and she always goes the extra mile to make sure we are taken care of.

Quick fast and convenient. And she does cats! I called and she was able to get In same day for a nail trim within 10 minutes I was done. I’m all for supporting local small business owners and Debbie really loves what she does.

I have been taking Jake my Yorkie to Debbie for the last 5 years since rescuing him. I took my last Yorkie Chauncey to Debbie too for grooming way back to the early ‘00s. I can honestly say that No One can groom a Yorkie like Debbie, No One! Trust me, I’ve been to others and regretted it every time. Debbie is also wonderful to work with, and you can trust her work in every aspect of the business. I’m more than happy to endorse Debbie’s Pet Grooming. You won’t have any regrets. I might add that she is very affordably priced too!

I am beyond happy with my experience today at Debbie’s Grooming. I took Adam and Maxwell (my two mini schnauzers) and they look so handsome now. Just recently moved here and can’t explain how happy I am to have found a dependable groomer. After talking to Debbie on the phone and telling her about my horrific past experiences, she was so re assuring that they were going to be in good hands. Recommend you check this place out.

My dog has high anxiety around new people and it’s important for me to find someone who’s patient and has experience with anxiety-​ridden dogs. I’ve been so happy with the feedback from Debbie about my dog, Truffle. He has warmed up to her quickly and doesn’t hate being groomed. I am grateful for her patient, thoughtful and kind approach.
The only downfall is that she has limited hours and she books up fairly quickly, so plan ahead.

Do not hesitate to use Debbie as your groomer. Our dogs love her. The clients I see ahead of me adore her and the ones that wait behind me. She is the gem of San Diego! I love her second to watching NASCAR racing! From the minute I was told about her from my friend Michelle I could not wait to use her services. Now I know why!

I met Debbie 14 years ago when I first moved to San Diego from LA.
I have had the pleasure of living with the Breed Brussels Griffon for over 20 years. I have had 4 total.
The breed is rare and requires a groomer with knowledge of how the dog should look when groomed. The first groomer here in San Diego butchered them! I was speechless when I picked up my dogs Griff and Tuesday.
Nothing by chance, Debbie happened to be at my neighborhood coffee shop. She of course commented on my dogs and stated she showed the breed with a friend and was a groomer. This was the beginning of a long and trusted relationship.
I have used other groomers and have never met one as knowledgable, skilled with hand and honest as Debbie.
She knows what the owner wants and is willing to advise them appropriately.
Over these years I have seen many dogs at her hand who leave the shop. Every dog or cat leave beautiful and exceptionally groomed. Not to mention calm and happy as she has the knack of how to handle even the most difficult pets.
I only have five stars on Unilocal but I give Debbie TEN!
Thank You Debbie for all you do!
Sincerely,
Kevin McAninch

We’re very particular where we take our miniature schnauzer so we did quite a bit of research before deciding on Debbie’s Pet Grooming. One of the things that attracted us to her business was other comments about how gentle and caring she was with the pets. Also, she has experience dealing with dog’s that have special needs which was also something that we were looking for.
We’ve been using Debbie since June of 2014 and this review is long overdue! Thank you, Debbie, for being so great to our Rumsfeld! It is so hard to find a groomer that both the owner and the pet are comfortable and happy with! We’re so grateful that we both love you! At other groomers, our dog has come home very stressed out and obviously did not enjoy the experience. Every time he’s with Debbie, we’re never concerned with the care he’s receiving. He prances out just as happy as he was when he arrived. He is never scared to go on his grooming appointment each month.
Also, our baby has a bad back that can easily be re-​injured and Debbie is super careful when handling him.
We highly recommend Debbie’s Pet Grooming and couldn’t be happier with our experience there!

Debbie is fabulous! She goes above and beyond for our Standard Poodle, Zanzibar.
Debbie is very personable and we enjoy our visits with her. She works very hard, is prompt, and reliable.
The outcome of the grooming is excellent — Our dog literally gets daily compliments about his hair-​due.
Even though Zanzi may not enjoy the act of being groomed, he still loves to see Debbie and always greets her with a tail wag and lick.
Debbie also cared for our previous dog, Kibo. She was very flexible with him during his illness, even going as far as giving him free grooms.

We have taken our two Australian Labradoodles to Debbie for the last 5 years. She has done everything from hand cutting to shaving on our pups. No matter what the cut she is always very thorough and detailed. She is always willing to listen and perform a thorough consultation before each visit. Our dogs are always excited to go see Debbie and always look great when we pick them up.

Debbie has been an excellent groomer for our golden doodle, and he is super excited to see her for his appointments, leaping to the door and showers her with kisses when we leave. She understands doodle cuts and works with our lifestyle needs– if we are hiking a lot she gives him her pioneering Oregon feet, she cuts his lines and bangs to enhance his doodle looks. He’s pretty naturally handsome but she makes him over the top. Start by bringing in your puppies to get them acclimated, and the process will be a smooth one because she knows animal behavior and works in positive ways to get results.

I have been bringing my b-​u-​ti-​ful Australian labradoodle to Debbie for three years. Debbie always does a great job. She is extremely knowledgeable about pet care and is never afraid to share her valuable opinion. She will not only share her opinion, but she will tell you all sides of the story. For example, on pulling hair from inside the ears… yes, some people (and vets) recommend this practice. Debbie doesn’t believe in it and will tell you that dogs say it hurts. Debbie will tell you why it’s perceived as good or bad, but in the end, she’ll do whatever you want to have done. Though I suppose she does have her limits!

I would fallow Debbie to the end of the earth. I have a 9yr old blind Pomeranian that has fur like a chia pet. She keeps him looking perfect and managed and beautiful. She hand cuts him, like all of her clients, which makes his fur so soft and luxurious not like shaving him which every other groomer before did. Not only that my biggest thing is that she treats him like a king and takes excellent care of him and he even kisses her when he is on the table. I know when he doesn’t like something or someone and he loves coming here and that to me is worth a million dollars!
She even bathed one of my fosters after I called her in a panic after picking the dog up from the shelter and almost not being able to ride in the same car due to her smell. Debbie told me to bring her right in and refused to charge me after she was done. She has a heart of gold and does what she does because she loves animals.
Listen to her advice even if you don’t want to hear it, or think you know better because she has been doing this a long time and in my opinion you can’t find anyone better.

It’s fascinating, as I scroll through all the groomers on Unilocal looking for Debbie’s Pet Grooming I think to my self — yep, tried them, tried them, tried them. .. never happy enough with any of them for a return visit.
I went to so many groomers looking for someone that did not cut my dog (his skin, not his hair) or send him home with a shaved body, with a giant furry head and lopped off tail. So when I saw Debbie’s ad (at the shop she was in before she went out on her own), I thought to myself «here we go again».
When I came to pick up my little pom Zeus, he looked so handsome I almost fainted. That was 4^th of July weekend 2010. We have never left and Debbie has promised me that she will continue to groom Zeus until one of them passes.
Debbie not only does a perfect SCISSOR cut (no taking shortcuts with shears for this grooming professional), she has a way with dogs that actually makes them want to come to her to get groomed. It’s so wonderful to know your dog is happy and is going to look perfect.
So, if you have tried the rest like I did, I encourage you to come to Debbie and get the best. Zeus and I promise you will not be sorry.

Debbie has been the «go to» groomer for us the last four years. She consistently makes our little darling beautiful and always pleases. You must try Debbie. You will not be disappointed! She just opened in a new location at 4535 30^th St. bet. Madison Ave. and Monroe Ave.