Dogma Grooming + Pet Needs

T Edwards

2024-04

They are so good with our cat. We take her in to get her claws trimmed. We do walk-ins on Saturdays and she's in and out in under 15 mins. Very nice staff.

Kieran Segaloff

2024-01

We've been taking our pug here for nail trims for almost two years now! We love the walk in options, and our pug always comes back with excellently trimmed nails and a waggy tail despite how much of a diva she is about her paws being touched. In addition, the people there are always friendly, really love the animals, and they always have great toy/treat options.

Joe Schilling

2023-05

Simply the best! The best people, the best cuts, the best location, the best customer service. I wouldn't take my dog anywhere else. Here is Ms. Clover after her most recent cut. Love the Halloween bows!

V P

2020-05

The process was smooth and you could tell that the workers cared about the dogs. He looked extra handsome after grooming and even got a snowflake bow. If you need a groomer that can shape your dogs fluffy legs, Dogma is great. Parking is convenient as well as they have their own parking lot. I’m sure that would make it easier for those with large dogs.The store itself has great products as well. A good sign is that there’s no raw hide to be seen!

Carla

2024-01

I shop local and independent stores as often as possible for many reasons. Here you will find Jen and Jeffrey, not only pleasant and welcoming, but very knowledgable of the products they carry. And local shopping keeps more money in the local community. Win Win.

Lori Barnes

2024-02

I bring my chihuahuas to get their nails done here. And they are the absolute best. They are polite and professional and I appreciate them very much

Rachel Rodriguez

2022-05

Came in for a walk in nail trim today, they were amazing. The staff was super friendly, and the groomer was patient and respectful of my pup’s first nail trim/ dremel experience. Will definitely be coming here for all future grooming needs!

Paige Hawkins

2021-05

It really saddens me to post this today. I have been an extremely happy and very pleased customer for 10 years. Me and my Aussie's have always been treated wonderful and with kindness.I'm really not sure what has happened, but I dropped by the store to get "Sammie's" nails cut and talked to "Daniel" about the possibility of bringing her in the following week for a TRIM and no bath because she's getting over a broken leg. He, as always, was very sweet and said I could bring her in for the TRIM several days later. When I dropped her off we discussed again for her to get a TRIM overall since she's been laying on one side. He repeated it back to me twice. I came back 45 minutes later and she was SHAVED. I paid and left because I was so upset that I couldn't breath. She's recovering from the leg break, now winter is coming and she's shaved to her skin. Two areas look like rug burn. My friend called and asked to talk to DeeDee and was told she was out of town until 11/17/20, Tuesday. I had to go back a day later to get her flea collar and the sweet person at the register had made a goodie bag and apologized by following up that DeeDee would be in touch. It's Thursday and I still have not gotten a phone call, email...NOTHING.I'm not the customer who complains but I feel this is not be overlooked. I believe in local business but I will never recommend or go back to a place who can't contact a loyal customer

MyKayla Beschler

2019-05

I just started working here. So far so good. Everyone is really nice and they love what they do. The few that I spoke with today have been working here for a little more than a year. That's a good sign. I'm part time...I love taking my break with my favorite house cat here at DOGMA. Her name is Lolla I believe. She sits accross from me and welcomes me into the room when ever I come in.

tichia brown

2021-05

I've tried taking my two pitties everywhere in RVA, this is the ONLY place that was successful in bathing and trimming nails. They were my last resort before getting my pups sedated for nail trims. I brought one in the day before his bath to get his nails trimmed. I was a little hesitant at first, my rescue gets stressed out easily. The tech let me know he was getting stressed out and they stopped right then. That showed me they genuinely care and are not money motivated. They recommended cbd treats for his appointment the next day and they would try again. Day 2 was a success! I was beyond ecstatic with their results. I've recommended them to everyone I know.

Summer Hollingsworth

2019-05

I got my pomeranian groomed on a short notice on the weekend. Apparently you can book a part groom instead of a full groom on Saturdays. I absolutely love that option. The workers truly care about animals. If i didn't live 45 mins away I'd love to work there. I shopped Cary St while my dog was groomed. CUT TO...a year later and got two of my dogs groomed this time. The staff was awesome again. Dropped off my dogs on a Friday around 9:15am and picked them up around 2pm. My dogs look wonderful and will definitely book again.

Brianna Rauch

2018-05

My recent visit was my first time going to this groomer. I was able to schedule an appointment quickly for my dog. They asked me lots of questions about him to make sure he was taken care of. I had some requests myself for my dog's grooming and they listened and made note of it for the groomer. They took great care of him and he looked so good when he was done. I even called to check on him since it was his first time and he can get nervous. They answered my questions and assured me he was doing well. I will be returning to this place!

Sonya Majkovic

2023-06

I took my Pomeranians for their very first groom appointment to Dogma and I do not regret it at all. I was so hesitant to take them anywhere because one of my pups need handling, as she can get a little aggressive and neither one of them have ever gotten groomed. They did a fantastic job, my pups look amazing!

L Mills

2024-01

The staff was very nice. The service was super fast. The prices are reasonable. My dog loves it here!

Benjamin Carr

2021-05

Super friendly staff other than I'm pretty sure they lied to me when they told me my dog was cooperative. That, or my suspicions that the dog is carrying out a personal vendetta against me are accurate. She seemed happy, though.

Amanda Stamper

2023-05

My pup hates getting his nails clipped but Dogma's walk-in service was excellent. I was in and out in 15 minutes, my dog looked happy afterwards, and the groomer said he did well. Was such a relief to find a place where he feels comfortable and we'll be back each month.

Michael Jones

2024-05

Great pricing on services, sneaky good pricing on supplies. One stop shop

Jacob Samuel

2021-05

Wrigley is feeing extra handsome after his first haircut since before Covid. The staff at Dogma are super friendly and the facilities are nice and clean!

johanna winter

2024-01

They always are friendly and professional. My dog has never had a better hair cut.

Katie Kelly

2023-08

My girl Sunny always look beautiful and happy after her spa day with Dogma. The staff is friendly and great with my girl.

Ellen Flanagan

2022-05

We had a great first experience here this week. They were friendly, clean, organized, and super sweet with our dog Penny. She came home gorgeous and with a little bandana, which I love. The way they do scheduling and pickup is convenient for folks working during the day and the price was fair. We will be seeing them again for sure!

daphne relvas

2023-05

Their walk in nail trimming service is EVERYTHING! Super convenient & fairly priced. The staff is extremely friendly, knowledgeable & passionate for pets. The store itself is adorable, with the cutest items for sale! 10/10 recommend

Amanda Padilla

2021-05

Just took my 14 week old puppy to Dogma to have her nails trimmed for the first time. The staff was incredibly friendly and the walk-in service was lightning fast. The man who trimmed her nails came and talked to me afterwards about how she did and what we can do at home to prepare her for nail grinding at future visits. They had some interesting toys, handling equipment, and treats - not just the run-of-the-mill stuff you see in chain pet stores. I bought a bully stick at a fair price! To top it all off, when we were checking out they said the nail trim is free for all first-timers! Awesome experience, we'll definitely be back!

Bohemian Soul

2020-05

I brought my mini schnauzer here for a grooming (including breed cut). This was my first visit to Dogma. Overall, good customer service, the grooming services are reasonably priced, my pet was not anxious or injured in any way upon return, and his cut looked great. However, I did take one star because it looks as if they forgot to buff his nails as requested (minor detail but still important). Overall pleased with the visit and will be back.

Kathryn Seeds

2023-05

I brought our first gorgeous tri-color rough collie Noah there to be pampered and groomed. He loved it there and so did we for many years. They knew the breed and how to groom him!! On my last time bringing Noah, I was humiliated by one of the groomers, for not tipping the person who groomed Noah. I felt ashamed because I didn’t know I was supposed to tip. I learned a big lesson that day but never went back out of shear embarrassment! The owner is so sweet as are the groomers, and knowledgeable! It’s a great place to take your pup to be groomed. It was my own stupidity and shame that stopped me from going back! Don’t be like me - Uber sensitive! But DO tip!

Sara Brown

2021-05

Just picked up my Eddie after his first grooming session! I was worried because he is a puppy and is very skittish but the staff handled him so well and he at least did not seem rattled when I picked him up! He looks and smells great and the staff is super nice and communicative. Will definitely be returning :)

Sean Nortness

2018-05

First time visiting today. My doberman needed her nails clipped. Her anxiety is through the roof when it comes to hygiene. What takes me up too two hours at home was completed in under seven minutes. Super friendly and apparently very experienced staff. Calm, clean, well organized environment. Good pricing. Will be utilizing their services in the future. Thank you.

Ann Adette

2019-05

Brought my two dogs here for a walk-in nail trim, and could not have asked for a better experience! The staff were very friendly and extremely knowledgeable — and most importantly, very in-tune with individual dogs’ body language. Our older dog is VERY anxious (and hates most grooming) but the groomer had no issues with the nail trim! Hands down our new favorite groomers, will definitely be coming back! Thank you!!

Abigail Thorndike

2023-05

Great place for all of my pet needs for my toy poodle, VikkiBobbi. Very helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location in Cary Town with off street parking. They do nail trimming and grinding for a good price.

Cedric Giese

2021-05

Pretty disappointed. I usually take my pup to another groomer in Carytown but they were fully booked till June. So I decided to give Dogma a try. My initial phone call was great and the person helping me was awesome. When I dropped my dog off I explained to not go too short and even showed them a reference picture which they said they would give to the groomer.(They were very busy.)They called me a few hours later to ask permission to shave his belly and I said yes as long as everywhere else was longer. When I picked up the dog his fur was way shorter than I expected. I know these things happen and I feel bad writing this review especially since this is a small biz. Maybe it’s my fault, I don’t know. I’m willing to give them another try but next time I will ask to speak to the groomer directly and have a print out. Anyway, it’ll grow out. :)