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Denise's Dapper Dogs

4.9 ★★★★★ · 83 Google reviews · 24 photos
Pet groomer · Harrisburg, PA

Denise's Dapper Dogs at a glance

Customers frequently praise the staff's gentle handling of anxious or special-needs dogs, noting that pets often return home happy and well-groomed. Reviewers highlight the facility's accommodating scheduling, reasonable pricing, and friendly atmosphere, which has led many to become repeat clients over several years. However, a recurring criticism from long-term customers involves inconsistent grooming quality, specifically uneven face cuts and incomplete ear trimming, alongside complaints about perceived rudeness when arriving slightly late.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 83 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 83 Google reviews (57 with written comments, 10 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 35% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 3, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Groomer serving Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.

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83 reviews on Google
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Dustin Betz4 reviews
★★★★★

They always take care of my pup, they’re all so nice in here ❤️

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog grooming, Dog nail trimming
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much!

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Tabitha StineLocal Guide · 17 reviews
★★★★★

I have taken my dog here twice. She is a rescue dog & is still nervous. Both times we picked up a very happy girl, that to me means Denise is doing something right! I was very nervous taking her to be groomed because of her anxiety however the reviews made me comfortable. Denise has been pleasant with every interaction I have had with her & that has been more than two times. It was actually quite a few, due to me worrying about my dog. To the people who read reviews like I often do. I would have a few thoughts to a recent negative review about this business. I work in a place where appointment times matter. If just one person is late it throws off an entire schedule & day. I would have to question how many times have you shown up late if you have been going there for 2 years & was it truly just "a few minutes"? If someone has been nice to you for 2 yrs every time but recently, there might be a reason why. Also if there is something you didn't like & it was going on for awhile did you express your concern? It just seems to me that Denise listens & takes good care of the dogs she sees. I will be bringing my dog back to Denise & I would recommend her to any one reading this! I think you will find that she does a great job!

  • Price assessment: Great price
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Suzanne Fickes2 reviews
★★★★★

Our little cutie Bindi has been with Denise for the past 5 years! She and her team are the best! Our girl is blind and she loves being there and gets the princess treatment!!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog full service grooming, Dog nail trimming
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Matthew PlottLocal Guide · 44 reviews
★★★★★

So we have been going here for two years plus. Used to be good. Missed things here and there and didnt worry about it. Lately it gets worse and worse. We have short haired dogs, ears are half done, faces are never cut even. Its like they cut a straight line across their forehead, one dog has long eye lashes. One was cut the other not. The attitude that my daughter was given for being a few minutes late is completely unacceptable. We are taking our business elsewhere. Numerous times id wait a week or more for a response to a message. That is not professional. Especially for a customer for more than 2 years every 6 weeks. It seems like they really dont care about their customers. Pet owners be warned. She is nice at first. Till she is not.

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Deana Kieffer8 reviews
★★★★★

Denise always does a wonderful job on Guinness William

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natashaLocal Guide · 26 reviews
★★★★★

Denise did an excellent job grooming my poodle. She is friendly and takes pride in her work. She's definitely gained a regular customer.

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G. MyLocal Guide · 43 reviews
★★★★★

We've been going here for a long time. Denise is amazing and very friendly. Her and her staff always take really good care of our dogs!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog grooming, Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog full service grooming, Dog grooming and styling, Dog nail trimming
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Shamyra Felix10 reviews
★★★★★

This is a really great place to go to! Denise does a great job, and she is always very accommodating when getting scheduled. Very reasonably priced as well! I’m happy to be a frequent customer and so is my dog! :-)

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog full service grooming
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Azure Maset2 reviews
★★★★★

Denise is the best!!!! We've been going to her for years, and even now that I live an hour and a half away, I make sure to coordinate my dog's grooming schedule for when I'm in Harrisburg because I don't want to use anyone else. Denise is affordable enough to go frequently (so thankful), and in times when it's been a while and my dog's looking rough, the way she transforms her into a beautiful princess is always stunning!

Response from the owner · a year ago

You so much! That’s what we strive !!!💜

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Brianna WhiteLocal Guide · 12 reviews
★★★★★

Does great work and well with fidgety dogs. The last groomer I went to charged extra for “difficult dog” and said she should have sedatives. She’s not mean, just squirmy. I was told they can handle her so I gave it a shot. It’s been a while since she was cut and she came out a completely different dog! Super soft and nicely trimmed face.

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