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Colby's Dogcare and Spa logoHow 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%83+45.3Reliability 24%81+19.6Value 14%80+11.3Replies to reviews 7%36+2.5Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORE

Colby's Dogcare and Spa

Washington, DC · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #82Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 136 pet grooming · 4.8★ from 278 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other pet grooming (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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

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.Colby's Dogcare and Spa is better than 83% of pet grooming.A
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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.Colby's Dogcare and Spa is better than 81% of pet grooming.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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.Colby's Dogcare and Spa is better than —% of pet grooming.–
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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.Colby's Dogcare and Spa is better than 80% of pet grooming.A
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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.Colby's Dogcare and Spa is better than 100% of pet grooming.A
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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.Colby's Dogcare and Spa is better than 36% of pet grooming.D
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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.30
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 82/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Dog grooming”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#18 / 77
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

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Connor4 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. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Colby’s is great, our pup has stayed the night and goes regularly for grooming. We regularly also bring her in for daycare and she always has so much fun!

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CandasLocal Guide · 12 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 month ago★★★★★

My one year old Shih Tzu, Rubble, loves his grooming sessions at Colby’s! The staff are professional, caring and experienced. I take Rubble to Colby’s for routine grooming, daycare and he’s even stayed oversight at the facility last Spring without incident. I trust the staff at Colby’s with my fur baby one hundred…

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Marleena1 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★

The only place I trust to take care of my dogs. 10/10 would recommend!

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Megan5 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★★★★★

Colby’s is the best! My dog Baker is always so excited to see all of his friends at Colby‘s. Every employee really cares about the dogs and they offer great services in the Noma neighborhood!

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Alex9 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★★★★★

We have tried a number of groomers for our 100 pound doodle in the DMV. We found Colby's after a few negative experiences at another local groomer and have taken our dog here for his last 3-4 grooms. The staff is very polite and welcoming and they give realistic estimates about how long it will take for grooms…

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Sean5 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. · Edited 2 months ago★★★★★

Best customer experience I’ve ever had in a business. My groomer Autumn is amazing! She does a real great work on my pups

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Michon7 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★★★★★

Kori is Team Colby! My 8 year old pup, Kori has attended Colby's for daycare, boarding and training since she was 5. She runs in the building because she loves the care she receives there and also runs to greet me whenever I pick her up to thank me for taking her there. Lol. The staff is kind and definitely…

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Valerie5 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

I’ve been impressed by Colby’s since my first phone call to schedule grooming - the attention and care they have towards pets is noticeable immediately as they asked me detailed questions about my pup, Winnie, and her temperament. I have now gone to Colby’s for two grooming sessions for Winnie with Autumn as her…

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Cory4 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Great place for grooming. Took care of both my sweet puppies! Keagan is fantastic, I would highly recommend

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Sarah7 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

My current puppy and previous dog have both adored Colby’s! Neither could walk past without trying to steer me there. :) Staff are unfailingly friendly and practical, and all clearly love pooches.

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LachelleLocal Guide · 28 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★★★★★

Colby’s is the safest place for your dog in Noma. My yorkie has been going there for a year now and it’s far better than other places in Noma we have tried. My dog is usually very nervous around people, but loves the Colby’s staff. They are also very mindful of each pet’s unique personality and well being. The pets…

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Victoria14 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. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

Always a great grooming experience at Colby’s 🥰 thanks to our groomer, Almaris!

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JazLocal Guide · 63 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. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

I LOVE my doodle’s summer cut! He looks great. Naked, but great. We’ll definitely be back for another grooming session here. His tail looks AMAZING: feathered to perfection. Other grooming places we’ve been to have left him choppy and uneven, but it looks like the groomers at Colby’s took time to carefully groom my…

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StephanieLocal Guide · 29 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

I recently scheduled my first grooming at Colby’s for my 6 year old bichon mix. Autum did a wonderful job and pup seemed to have a good experience. I also signed up for the daycare a while back and would consider signing up again. Will be returning

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VontaLocal Guide · 15 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

My experience was phenomenal and Ellie was super professional as well. She took her time with me and made me fell comfortable for my first time. Thanks again

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Sherri10 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I had an excellent experience and rate the overall service 5 stars. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Amaris the groomer, listened carefully and compassionately to my special requests; Hercules' sensitivity to nail trims due to a bad experience, as well as the specific Lion cut I wanted. Amaris absolutely…

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Paige3 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

They took care of my puppy when I was in a bind. They had empathy and moved quickly to accommodate him. They kept me updated and completely informed about his comfort and health and happiness. When I picked him up he looked so happy and healthy and had in a cute bandanna. The staff is amazing. Katarina, Mekhi,…

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Bernardo5 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Our pup, Archer, got a full groom from Autumn and came out looking great! Andrew at the desk was also very nice and treated our pup great

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Kindall6 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Colby’s Dog Care and Spa is hands down the best dog care in the DC area. Every single time I bring my dog in, she’s treated with so much care and attention, and it’s clear how much the staff genuinely love what they do. I always feel totally confident leaving her there. Today was a great example of why I love this…

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Michael2 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

My husky, Miranda, absolutely loves the entire Colby’s Crew. Miranda gives a special shoutout to the whole crew including Kat, Andrew, Kai, and her groomer, Maurice, among others.

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