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Designer Paws Salon 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%82+44.7Reliability 24%78+18.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty90−1Experts Score= 84Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE

Designer Paws Salon

Columbus, OH · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #68Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 139 mobile dog groomers · 4.8★ from 428 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other mobile dog groomers (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 momentum; weakest: reliability.

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.Designer Paws Salon is better than 82% of mobile dog groomers.A
82
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.Designer Paws Salon is better than 78% of mobile dog groomers.B
78
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.Designer Paws Salon is better than 90% of mobile dog groomers.A
90
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.Designer Paws Salon is better than 100% of mobile dog groomers.A
100
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.Designer Paws Salon is better than 100% of mobile dog groomers.A
100
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.Designer Paws Salon is better than 100% of mobile dog groomers.A
100

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Customers hired Designer Paws Salon for 8 kinds of job.

Designer Paws Salon for dog full service grooming

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.16
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 84/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Dog full service 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.#12 / 52
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 16 Google reviews tagged “Dog full service grooming”

Nicole3 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 day ago★★★★★

Designer Paws Salon does an amazing job. I have never been disappointed with my puppy’s haircut. The staff is very professional and most importantly, my puppy loves going there. Definitely have to give them 5 stars!

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Dog groomingDog full service groomingDog grooming and styling
Joyce13 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 a month ago★★★★★

My dog always is so pretty when she visits. Thank you!

Reasonable priceDog bathing and blow dryDog full service grooming
Katie4 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 take my two golden retrievers here and love it. They always come back smelling fantastic (for days) and super soft. The cuts are perfect. 100% recommended.

Reasonable priceDog anal gland expressionDog groomingDog bathing and blow dry
Debbie8 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★★★★★

Misty at Designer Paws is the most talented groomer I’ve ever known! Her salons are gorgeous, clean and spacious, and her skills are very impressive. She knows my breed and gives her excellent care.

Great priceDog groomingDog bathing and blow dryDog full service grooming
Brenda7 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★★★★★

Kayla showed great concern and patience for our elderly pet. He was relaxed, comfortable and looked marvelous following his grooming!

Reasonable priceDog groomingDog bathing and blow dryDog full service grooming
Jo8 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 3 months ago★★★★★

Wonderful groomers!!! Can not say enough about this place. My Sally loves it and so do I!

Reasonable priceDog bathing and blow dryDog full service grooming
Linda13 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 toy poodle looks amazing after Emily groomed him. Awesome job and exellent communication.

Dog ear cleaningDog anal gland expressionDog full service grooming
Linda10 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 6 months ago★★★★★

Very good experience from start to finish. My little dog looks adorable! I highly recommend Remy.

Reasonable priceDog groomingDog full service grooming
Caroline2 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★★★★★

As the human of an anxious dog, I am fortunate to never have to worry about the care she receives at Designer Paws. Kayla has continuously gone above and beyond to make her comfortable and keep her stress level low. Kayla lets me know how she does during the session, and Daisy genuinely seems to be excited to see…

Reasonable priceDog full service grooming
BarbaraLocal Guide · 19 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★★★★★

Our dog went into the salon looking like a ragamuffin and when I went to pick her up, she looked like a sweet prize winning dog! She’s so soft and beautifully groomed and she knows it. I am very pleased with Emma’s care and Piper seems to be also. The price is more than I’ve ever paid for grooming but it may be…

Not sureDog full service groomingDog nail trimming
EmilyLocal Guide · 14 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

First time client today at designer paws! My dog Goose looks and smells wonderful. Friendly service, reasonable prices, and wonderful staff! Will definitely be returning! :)

Great priceDog groomingDog bathing and blow dryDog full service grooming
Sandra1 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. · Edited 9 months ago★★★★★

Misty does a really great job on my dog, Addis. He gets so many compliments after leaving the groomer's

Reasonable priceDog full service grooming
Jennifer5 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

The staff at Designer Paws is super friendly and truly loved the dogs they were working with. My furbaby looked and smelled beautiful!

Great priceDog bathing and blow dryDog full service grooming
AlisaLocal Guide · 49 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 year ago★★★★★

I switched to Designer Paws after getting my toy poodle puppy, and I also bring my senior poodle mix here. Compared to PetSmart Grooming, Designer Paws offers a much less stressful environment, which makes all the difference for both my dogs. The groomers are true professionals, delivering flawless haircuts with no…

Reasonable priceDog full service grooming
BhavikLocal Guide · 11 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 year ago★★★★★

I brought my pup, Leo, to Designer Paw Salon on Fishinger Road, and Ema did an outstanding job with his haircut! She gave him the perfect look — neat, stylish, and absolutely adorable. Leo came out looking like a little show dog, and he was so happy and comfortable the whole time. Ema is not only talented but also…

Reasonable priceDog full service grooming
Jeanette2 weeks ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceDog full service grooming

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

Great price 25%Reasonable 72%Overpriced 2%Not sure 2%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Dog grooming32—
Dog full service grooming16—
Dog bathing and blow dry14—
Dog nail trimming10—
Dog anal gland expression8—
Cat grooming and styling6—
Dog ear cleaning5—
Dog grooming and styling4—

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