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A A A Pet Pros Inc
Category: Pets Pet Services Pet Groomers Pet Groomers [Edit]
508 Nautilus StLa Jolla, CA 92037
Neighborhood: La Jolla
(858) 456-1552
- Hours:
Wed-Sat 7:30 am - 5 pm
14 reviews for A A A Pet Pros Inc
14 reviews in English
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Review from Jill D.
San Diego, CA
Updated - 4/10/2012 1 photo
Wow, Wow, Wow!!!
Once again (our second visit), AAA proved to be *5 Star*. We took "both" dogs (Newfoundland mix 130# and Samoyed #50#) to AAA. Misha, the Samoyed, came out just as beautiful as she did the first time. We paid $100 for her once again. They did not feel the need to increase our charge as they thought they might have to after our first visit. I felt this to be totally fair.
Of note for this visit is our Newfoundland mix (Jake). For the past few years we have had to medicate Jake with Prednisone and Benadryl after "every" grooming for 3 days up to as much as 10 days. When we first came to San Diego last December we had the dogs groomed at PetsMart in El Cajon and for the first time, had to medicate Jake only minimally. They did a great job on him.
This time, we have not had to medicate Jake even once. It has been 4 days now and not one "scratch". He was given an oatmeal bath and no conditioners, no sprays, and lots of clear water rinse. This is the same routine we have asked for at "every" grooming facility over the years. It looks like AAA are the "first" to do as we asked right down to the "t".
I can't say enough for these folks. If you have a "special" needs dog, I can highly recommend AAA. They will do it "right"!!!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/18/2012
***5 STAR***....
We recently moved from Tucson, AZ with our Samoyed (55#) and Newfoundland mix… Read more »
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Review from John G.
San Diego, CA
10/4/2011
Without question - AAA Pet Pros is a 5 Star service. If I could give it 6 or more stars, I would.
Before we married, my wife started taking our bichons to AAA Pet Pro and its now going on 15 years that they have visited twice a month. Can not emphasize how much the girls look forward to going to AAA each visit.
Besides the obvious love and care that the owner and staff have for animals in general - you can tell the pets (I've seen dogs & cats groomed) enjoy the experience because when the groomers have to step to the side for a moment to speak to a client, the pets just sit/stand on the grooming tables calm and comfortable, just waiting for the return of their groomer. No stress, no drama ... just a happy day at the spa for the animals.
I'll admit to being a bit jealous when I hear that our bichon's have received lavender baths and hot-oil skin treatment (bichon's have sensitive skin - and they REALLY like the treatments) ... so hopefully, if I come back in another life - I'll come back as a pet that's taken to AAA.
One other thing of significant note - over the years - the staff has turned over VERY slowly, if at all ... which means they work as a team, they respect each other (deservedly), and that just flows to happy customers (furry and otherwise).
Saw some comments about pricing ... but really, you might save a few bucks (or not) by going somewhere else ... but if you are taking your pet to a groomer, you obviously care about your pet. Why not take them to a groomer where your pet(s) and you will enjoy the experience? I know we wouldn't go anywhere else. Thanks AAA !!! -
Review from Diana C.
San Diego, CA
8/20/2011
I have found my Sheila's groomer! After having a devastating experience with another groomer in La Jolla (see Petsmart at Village Square reviews), I decided (after a year's time) to find a groomer that would not only do a great job in bathing and cutting, but also a kind and understanding groomer that would listen to my concerns and work with the issues that my dog now has from the previous groomer. I read the reviews here on Yelp about A A A and decided to give them a call.
I could tell a lot so far just by the first phone conversation which was very personable and friendly. They took the time to understand my dog's situation and extreme fear of being groomed. I was able to feel comfortable about booking an appointment with them! My appointment was booked with the owner of the shop, Terri, for a Saturday morning.
That morning I was late an hour to the appointment but the staff just smiled and said that it was okay and that they would be able to accommodate for the late start time! The front staff all were friendly and acknowledged my pup and I right away. They explained everything that was included in the bath and cut as well. Sheila was a little hesitant at first but she went with the groomer into the back room (which you can see on a TV screen live from the front). The owner told me that she would be ready about 1230-1pm, and would call me if anything came up during the grooming session.
I got a call from A A A about 1245 and my pup was just about done and ready for pick up. All in all, the hair cut was great (short summer cut for double coated dog and no lion head or bushy tail etc) and she was so soft and smelled good. My girl got a wash, deep conditioner, natural dry (no blow dry), blueberry facial, expressed anal glands, nails cut, teeth brushed, and a bow and bandana for only $85! MOST importantly, Sheila was happy to see me, not defensive or like she went through any traumatic experiences (like last time), and was just her same ol' happy self!!!! She appeared like she felt better and was happy to get groomed!!!!
We (Sheila and I) definitely recommend A A A Pet Pros Inc to anyone who is looking for a groomer that not only is great at grooming, bathing, cutting, nails, etc, but very friendly, attentive, and sensitive to your dogs needs and your concerns. They are also quick AND efficient. In at 1015 out by 1pm. I am SO HAPPY I took my dog there and Sheila is too :) We definitely will be back next time! -
Review from Susan E.
La Jolla, CA
2/7/2012
AAA is the best! Terry has been grooming my dogs for over a decade, and her employees have worked for her for years. Happy people = happy dogs. My dog has skin problems, and she needs to be soaked in meds. They always report changes in her condition. My pooch is a huge hairy dog, and grooming her is a lot of work. AAA is well staffed so the dogs are taken care of. I went to another shop years ago before I found AAA, and they let my dog with orthopedic problems jump off the grooming table. Terry's finish work is exceptional.
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Review from Leslie B.
7/13/2008
This is the only groomer where I will take my cocker spaniel! Seriously, anywhere else does not seem to know what a cocker cut should look like, but I have been going here for a while and have never had a bad experience. I was reassured when I saw several other cockers already inside the building.
They do as I ask, focus on cutting a little more off here or less off there. The do a lot of the extras as well, teeth brushing, nail clipping, etc...
My dog always looks great, smells great and has some festive banner on when I pick him up. Most importantly, he does not seem to mind being there.
It is a bit on the pricey side with services usually costing $50-$60, but I feel it is well worth it. -
Review from wiz z.
San Diego, CA
5/3/2011
Excellent.
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Review from Lisa P.
La Jolla, CA
12/12/2011
AAA is the best! they are very efficient, very friendly & do a great job! thanks!
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Review from J. M.
San Diego, CA
5/28/2011
New to me, 2nd time there, they did an awesome job. a little pricey -but totally worth it. Dogs looked and smelled great and were happy and not stressed out when I picked them up. :)
You can see them grooming the dogs in the front area, and there is a camera in the front so you can see your dogs in the back room as well - if they are being groomed in the other room - so it's very open, and I like that very much! We will be going back for sure. -
Review from Beth M.
San Diego, CA
11/23/2011
I used to live above this groomer. My dog always loved going here, although he can be timid and afraid in new situations. The girls that work here love my dog like he is their own. Whenever he would walk by they would want to pet him and give him treats. He would want to run in and see them. I moved to North Park, and have tried two different groomers since then who have failed miserably for different reasons. I have decided to just make the trek from North Park to La Jolla to see the girls here. I know they will treat him well and be kind to him, so it is worth the drive.
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Review from Heather R.
La Jolla, CA
12/27/2007
I took our dog to Pet Pros this morning at 8am for his first groom ever..the staff was really nice, and while I was there about 3 other pet owners brought their dogs in to be groomed...well, the dogs were happy and excited to be there which says a lot I think. There was no smell of dog in the shop whatsoever and it was very clean and tidy. I will post back after I pick up our dog and let you know what I think about his new groomed look...
Okay, so I picked up our little pooch after they gave me a call saying he was all done and ready to be picked up. (I totally appreciated that they gave me a call letting me know.)
When I dropped him off I showed the girls a photo of how I wanted him to look and I left the photo with them in case they wanted to look at it again. Well... he doesn't look at all like the photo which kinda bums me out. He looks clean and cute but shaved FAR too much for my liking.
He was happy when I picked him up which I think is a good thing and he is knick free which I have heard can be a big issue with groomers, but the reason I took in a photo is to show them how I wanted him cut!!!
Oh well....I will take him back for one more try and when I do I will take in another photo... but if they don't listen after that visit I won't go back. I really hope they do a good job the second time around because I liked the girls in the shop, the location is so close to home but for $58 I expect them to do what I ask.
EDIT 1.18.08 Yesterday I received a hand written thank you note from AAA Pet Pros. They thanked me for bringing our dog into their store and hoped I was happy and that I would return. WOW! What a nice touch. Usually I only get a lame birthday card from my dentist letting me know it's time to come in for my annual check up. I was impressed with the thank you card and will give them another try. -
Review from Leng H.
San Diego, CA
1/28/2010 1 photo
AAA Pet Pros did a fantastic job with my yorkie. It was his first time there so I was weary about it. After 2.5 hours, he came out a new man! He looked so clean and handsome that I couldn't stop taking pictures of him. Everyone loved his new do! I will definitely bring him there again.
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Review from Janey E.
Santa Monica, CA
6/14/2010
Was in La Jolla over Memorial Day weekend and Otto needed an emergency dog bath - the poor goober threw up on the way down from LA (I blame the crazy traffic!). I'm so thankful I found AAA Pet Pros - they are absolutely lovely people. Otto is a large adopted golden (actually probably part bear) and is very wary of new experiences, but the ladies were able to take Otts from barf buddy to stud with swagger. He came out clean, happy and very mod. A lovely thank you card was received a few days later. Highly recommended - definitely wish AAA was closer to me. You'd have my business all year long.
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Review from Meg N.
San Diego, CA
4/8/2009
I must say when I called in on Saturday morning to see if they could squeeze my little shi-poo in I was very thankful that they accommodated me. I asked them to cut her very short and around the face and they did just that. The staff was very friendly. The place looks a bit cluttered when you walk in but clean I suppose. How clean can a dog grooming place look?? It took about 3 hours for them to do my pup and when I went to pick her up they were able to cut my big dog's nails. VERY NICE, VERY ACCOMMODATING. My only issue is the price. It was $58 for her cut and $15 for the big dogs nails. Not bad you would say for La Jolla but I have a place in North Park that I can go and get her done for $30 and his nails for $7.... and they do just as good of a job. So... its all about location. I think I would be willing to drive to North Park to save a little money. We will see if this place offers coupons ever or any type of discount.
If you need a local place in La Jolla though and don't mind spending the extra money.... I would recommend this place. -
Review from Joe G.
San Diego, CA
10/5/2009
I've got a dog-walking business and this is the groomer I always recommend and use for my important clients--which is all of them, I guess. The owner used to be a veterinarian's technician and she really knows her stuff. GREAT with the itty frou-frou doggies, and last week when I stopped in to get my Yorkie's nails clipped she had a huge standard poodle in there with by a mile the best poodle cut and fluff I ever saw. I've got, among others, a Yorkie and a part Great Pyrenees I take there , so she runs the gamut. Also I noticed from pictures on the wall that the owner was really into dressage years ago, so she's a real animal person. Price wise, if you call around to the many groomers in the same area the prices are about the same, and I don't know anybody as good--many savvy La Jollans use this place. Parking can be a trick. Whenever I pick up the Yorkie he smells like a flower garden and he's got a little cowboy bandana on, and I sing "The Streets of Laredo" to him on the drive home. Admittedly that has little relevance in this review, but it's a part of the experience I enjoy and suggest you try. If your dog reacts when you sing "I see by your outfit that you are a cowboy..." you got yourself a smart dog there, pal.
