Pet groomer · Sacramento, CA · reviewed since 2024
iHow 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 59%87+51.1Reliability 26%77+20.1Value 15%100+15.2Momentum penalty71−2.9Experts Score= 83Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#65 of 171 pet servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 62%
4.9★★★★★42 Google reviews · 23 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.67★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Bark Boutique 4.9 out of 5 based on 42 reviews, with the owner responding to 98 percent of comments. Customers frequently praise the staff for handling anxious, senior, or difficult dogs with patience and gentleness, while noting reasonable pricing and clean facilities. Services include bathing, de-shedding, nail trimming, and sanitary shaves. One recurring criticism involves a poorly blended haircut that required additional expenses to correct, though this appears isolated among the high ratings.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 42 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 42 Google reviews (37 with written comments, 12 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
Most recent review: May 30, 2026.
Service: Pet Service serving Sacramento, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.
Score profile vs other pet services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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 satisfaction; weakest: momentum.
Bark Boutique Dog GroomingPet Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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 Boutique Dog Grooming: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.A
87
ReliabilityiReliability · 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 Boutique Dog Grooming: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.B
77
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 94.–
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ValueiValue · 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 Boutique Dog Grooming: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · 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 Boutique Dog Grooming: 71/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 47.–
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Star ratings
42 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars4198%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star12%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 37 written reviews
98%praise
Praise4398%
Complaints12%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price758%
Reasonable433%
Overpriced00%
Not sure18%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Staff & attitude1227%
Quality & results1023%
Would recommend818%
Price & value716%
Speed & response511%
Honesty & trust25%
What customers talk about
We read 37 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“She’s very patient and he always looks so handsome when we pick him up.”
“They do a great job at de-shedding, bathing, nail trimming, and sanitary shave/butt trimming.”
“I would definitely recommend this place to other dog owners, especially with the pricing it’s worth it!”
“Did I mention she’s reasonably priced, super friendly, and fast?”
“Amilia was responsive, accommodating, and wonderful with our pup.”
“We don’t trust anyone with our fur baby except for her.”
People customers mention
Amillia5 reviews
Park3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Bark Boutique Dog Grooming for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
XuanLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
We love taking Maisie here! They do a great job at de-shedding, bathing, nail trimming, and sanitary shave/butt trimming. Amilia and Britney are awesome and always so nice. Best to make an appointment!
Great priceDog bathing and blow dryDog full service groomingDog grooming and styling
KristinaLocal Guide · 47 reviewsiTotal 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
I have an amazing groomer i have followed for a long time..stacey works here now.if she is good im sure the others are as well..its a cute little spot.
Reasonable priceDog full service grooming
Davina1 reviewiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Excellent grooming! I have 3 girl dogs that have high anxiety whenever they’re leaving the house. I can always count on Amillia to make them feel comfortable when getting groomed. Plus she is so accommodating to all my girls needs.
Great priceDog bathing and blow dryDog full service groomingDog grooming and styling
Jessica4 reviewsiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Bark boutique and staff are amazing!!! Amelia does such an amazing job cutting my pups hair. She’s gentle and very caring when doing so. He’s a bit of a difficult pup, but she gets the job done with ease!
Great priceDog bathing and blow dry
GLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★
Decided to try this place out since it’s down the street from where I stay. BIG MISTAKE! They did a horrible job. Nothing is blended in, everything looks chopped. Looks like a toddler did it. I think my 10 year old nephew can do a better job. Now I have to spend another $70 to get whatever this is fixed because I don’t want them touching my dog anymore.
Not sureDog full service grooming
Alicia5 reviewsiTotal 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Amazing!!!
Before bark boutique I’ve always been told that my little nephew (sitzu) was aggressive and had a hard time getting groomed (I would get charged extra for this in pet smart) . My first appointment here I made sure to warn the stylist of his past and areas where he is sensitive. I returned to pick him up…
We love taking Maisie here! They do a great job at de-shedding, bathing, nail trimming, and sanitary shave/butt trimming. Amilia and Britney are awesome and always so nice. Best to make an appointment!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog full service grooming, Dog grooming and styling, Dog nail trimming
Kristina MartinLocal Guide · 47 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kristina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have an amazing groomer i have followed for a long time..stacey works here now.if she is good im sure the others are as well..its a cute little spot.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog full service grooming
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you for your review! Yes Stacy is amazing and we are lucky to have her❣️
Jason SinghLocal Guide · 25 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Excellent grooming! I have 3 girl dogs that have high anxiety whenever they’re leaving the house. I can always count on Amillia to make them feel comfortable when getting groomed. Plus she is so accommodating to all my girls needs.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog full service grooming, Dog grooming and styling, Dog nail trimming
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Thank you for your review! All the girls are so good❣️🐩🐶🐕
Jessica Sanchez4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Bark boutique and staff are amazing!!! Amelia does such an amazing job cutting my pups hair. She’s gentle and very caring when doing so. He’s a bit of a difficult pup, but she gets the job done with ease!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog bathing and blow dry
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Thank you so much for the review. He’s a good boy!!Looking forward to him again❣️
G MoralesLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews G has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Decided to try this place out since it’s down the street from where I stay. BIG MISTAKE! They did a horrible job. Nothing is blended in, everything looks chopped. Looks like a toddler did it. I think my 10 year old nephew can do a better job. Now I have to spend another $70 to get whatever this is fixed because I don’t want them touching my dog anymore.
Price assessment: Not sure
Services: Dog full service grooming
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Hello, so sorry you were unhappy with our service. Unfortunately, it is hard to make everything even when you trim straight hair doxie. Usually, they only get the paw pads and sani areas trimmed because it tends to leave a choppy appearance. If you change your mind about letting us try to blend it better we can.
Please come back for a full refund of your $65 including the tip you provided.
Alicia Hernandez5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alicia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Amazing!!!
Before bark boutique I’ve always been told that my little nephew (sitzu) was aggressive and had a hard time getting groomed (I would get charged extra for this in pet smart) . My first appointment here I made sure to warn the stylist of his past and areas where he is sensitive. I returned to pick him up expecting the same but turns out with the right stylist he is a total sweetheart. They take great measures to make sure he comes out beautiful and above all comfortable. I hate that I wasn’t able to get the stylist name but they’re all great! Do yourself and your baby a favor and visit bark boutique
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Dog full service grooming
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thanks for coming in and giving us a try. Stacy said he was a good-boy! Hope to see you again.🐾
Marilyn Vang1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Marilyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My little pup, Cookie got his first grooming from Amillia ! And I love how it came out. Amillia was super understanding abt his little puppy nibbling and was gentle! These are the before and afters. I would definitely recommend this place to other dog owners, especially with the pricing it’s worth it!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Dog full service grooming
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for the review! I enjoyed working with cookie today , such a sweetheart. I’m happy I was able to give him his first haircut . I look forward to seeing him again .
Desiree Peters6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Desiree has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
She is the absolute best! Ollie used to be stressed coming back from grooming appointments and I had hit or miss with different groomers I've tried over the years. With her hes bot stressed when I pick him up and always has an incredible cut that gets compliments. Very grateful to have found our groomer! Been a regular for almost a year now and happily so.
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you so much for review❣️Ollie is the sweetest. Looking forward to seeing him again!
