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Bark & Purr Pet Grooming

Pet groomer · Phoenix, AZ · reviewed since 2012

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%74+40.4Reliability 24%58+14.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%26+1.8Craft & service penalty99−0.1Momentum penalty80−2Experts Score= 68Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.68SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#109 of 136 pet groomingPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 20%
4.8 ★★★★★ 261 Google reviews · 24 photos
91%five-star reviews
4.64★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
8.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
12%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Bark & Purr Pet Grooming at a glance

Customers frequently highlight the facility's ability to handle difficult, nervous, or large animals with patience, often noting reasonable pricing and effective nail trimming services. Recurring themes include staff reassurance and successful grooming outcomes for pets that other groomers declined. However, low-star reviews cite instances of physical injury to animals without prior notification, significant appointment delays, and confusion regarding online booking systems.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 261 reviews (91% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 261 Google reviews (213 with written comments, 20 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 12% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 18, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Groomer serving Phoenix, Arizona.

Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.

Score profile vs other pet grooming

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction74Reliability58Craft & service99Value100Momentum80Replies to reviews26Satisfaction: 74 (median 86)Reliability: 58 (median 82)Craft & service: 99 (median 97)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 80 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 26 (median 50)
Bark & Purr Pet GroomingPet Grooming median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Bark & Purr Pet Grooming: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.B
74
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Bark & Purr Pet Grooming: 58/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.C
58
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Bark & Purr Pet Grooming: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
99
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Bark & Purr Pet Grooming: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Bark & Purr Pet Grooming: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
80
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Bark & Purr Pet Grooming: 26/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.D
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Star ratings

261 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars23891%
  • 4 stars83%
  • 3 stars31%
  • 2 stars21%
  • 1 star104%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 213 written reviews

  • Praise26798%
  • Complaints62%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1680%
  • Reasonable420%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results8029%
  • Staff & attitude7427%
  • Price & value5621%
  • Would recommend2911%
  • Speed & response228%
  • Honesty & trust73%
  • Communication52%

What customers talk about

We read 213 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “When looking for a place to take my nervous dog who had little to no experience with groomers I found this place, and what an amazing experience it was.”
    “The absolute worst!”
  • “The people there were very nice and reassuring and the pricing was incredible.”
  • “They always do a great job and are reasonably priced.”
  • “I’m extremely critical when it comes to reviews and this place is a straight five stars!”
    “Waste of time and do not recommend what so ever!”
  • “She freaks out with nail trimming but he keeps her calm and trims her nails lightening fast.”
  • “Prices are very reasonable and this is an owner who genuinely cares about our fur babies.”
  • “Robert answered the phone and was very clear about communicating all the answers to my questions, and what I could expect.”

People customers mention

  • Robert 10 reviews
  • Bobby 5 reviews
  • Chihuahua 3 reviews
  • Kitty 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Bark & Purr Pet Grooming for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Rhonda10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

I’ve had only wonderful experiences each time I have brought my cat in to be shaved.

Reasonable priceCat grooming and styling
Alyanna1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

When looking for a place to take my nervous dog who had little to no experience with groomers I found this place, and what an amazing experience it was. The people there were very nice and reassuring and the pricing was incredible. My dog had some matting and was always reactive when I'd groomed her at home, but…

Great priceDog full service grooming
NicolasLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I’m extremely critical when it comes to reviews and this place is a straight five stars! I was nervous about taking my pup anywhere, as this would be his second visit. Came into the shop, pleasant to my eyes the owners love for dogs really shows through his eyes. He took down my notes and at the end it was a…

NoemiLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★

I have been bringing both dogs to this place for years. I would say for the price the grooming is not bad. The last 2 visits, have been absolutely horrific. My golden retrievers cut was choppy at best and my little malitpom was cut on his leg. I wasn't called when it happened but told when I picked him up. My…

Linda6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I had my 2 pom/yorkie mix pups groomed here today for 1st time. Service was excellent and my pups look great. I'll definitely bring them back here.

BelleMareLocal Guide · 27 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

They always take such good care of my fur baby. And she is always so beautiful after she is trim and cleaned up. Thank you so much.

Great priceDog ear cleaningDog anal gland expressionDog grooming

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 261 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Rhonda Gilliland10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rhonda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I’ve had only wonderful experiences each time I have brought my cat in to be shaved.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Cat grooming and styling
Tammy Andrews8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tammy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They are great on nail trims

Alyanna1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Alyanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

When looking for a place to take my nervous dog who had little to no experience with groomers I found this place, and what an amazing experience it was. The people there were very nice and reassuring and the pricing was incredible. My dog had some matting and was always reactive when I'd groomed her at home, but when I came to pick her up they did an amazing job getting it all off and cleaning her up. Will definitely be returning!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog full service grooming
Nicolas TranLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicolas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I’m extremely critical when it comes to reviews and this place is a straight five stars! I was nervous about taking my pup anywhere, as this would be his second visit. Came into the shop, pleasant to my eyes the owners love for dogs really shows through his eyes. He took down my notes and at the end it was a flawless trip. I haven’t been this happy with an establishment for a while. Nice work!

Noemi CagleyLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Noemi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have been bringing both dogs to this place for years. I would say for the price the grooming is not bad. The last 2 visits, have been absolutely horrific. My golden retrievers cut was choppy at best and my little malitpom was cut on his leg. I wasn't called when it happened but told when I picked him up. My golden works come back from them with bumps all over her skin. I am highly suspicious that they are not bathing the dogs with fresh water. Needless to say, I have found another groomer that does a much better job and the dogs come home a lot happier.

Linda Sherman6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had my 2 pom/yorkie mix pups groomed here today for 1st time. Service was excellent and my pups look great. I'll definitely bring them back here.

BelleMare EssentialsLocal Guide · 27 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews BelleMare has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They always take such good care of my fur baby. And she is always so beautiful after she is trim and cleaned up. Thank you so much.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog ear cleaning, Dog anal gland expression, Dog grooming, Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog full service grooming, Dog nail trimming
Laura NietoLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They do a great job my dog loves them and totally cooperates

Michelle Rae7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

It is so hard to find a cat groomer. These people know how to calm my high strung longhair enough to groom his fur down to almost nothing. As a welcome bonus they are HAF as much money than anywhere else I called. And you can drop in and they will clip his nails while I wait. When Bubbles tries to "escape" Bobby softly tells him to stand still Bubbles ACTUALLY DOES IT! Great place. Great people. Great job. And GREAT PRICE.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Cat grooming, Cat nail trimming
Linda Dalzell2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

These groomers by far deserve 10+ stars in my experience here. My little girl came home with painted nails, as well..

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog ear cleaning, Dog anal gland expression

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