Stinky Pete's Pet Grooming

Pet groomer · Grand Rapids, MI · reviewed since 2022

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 59%94+55.2Reliability 26%93+24.3Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 95Not 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.95SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#31 of 188 mobile dog groomersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 84%
4.9 ★★★★★ 75 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%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.
1%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Stinky Pete's Pet Grooming at a glance

Customers praise the one-on-one grooming approach, which creates a calm environment for anxious pets, and highlight the fair pricing for services like baths, nail trims, and haircuts. Reviewers frequently mention the owner's patience, kindness, and effective communication via text or phone. One low-star review cites repeated rescheduling, a price increase, and limited staff availability as reasons for dissatisfaction.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 75 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 75 Google reviews (67 with written comments, 14 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 13, 2026.
  • Service: Mobile Dog Groomer serving Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other mobile dog groomers

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 momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction94Reliability93Craft & service–Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 94 (median 85)Reliability: 93 (median 82)Value: 100 (median 95)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Stinky Pete's Pet GroomingMobile Dog Groomers 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.Stinky Pete's Pet Grooming: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
94
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.Stinky Pete's Pet Grooming: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.A
93
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 93.–
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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.Stinky Pete's Pet Grooming: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.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.Stinky Pete's Pet Grooming: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 50.–
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Star ratings

75 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars7499%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 67 written reviews

  • Praise8099%
  • Complaints11%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price770%
  • Reasonable330%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude2126%
  • Price & value2126%
  • Quality & results1721%
  • Would recommend1417%
  • Speed & response45%
  • Communication45%

What customers talk about

We read 67 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “On top of a great groom, Lady smelled incredible, like sweet vanilla and got a super cute bandana.”
  • “I would reccomend Stinky Pete's to anyone looking for nice, simple, and affordable place to get their dog a haircut.”
  • “We had an amazing experience taking our nervous Chihuahua here!”
  • “if we ever move to grand rapids stinky pete’s will be our go-to!”
  • “The business is clean, quick, and prices are extremely reasonable.”
  • “I also like that you can communicate through text or call.”

People customers mention

  • Charmaine 9 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Stinky Pete's Pet Grooming for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

MadalynLocal Guide · 22 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Best groom yet! Brought our mini Aussiedoodle here for the first time due to our regular grooming closing down. She was incredible start to finish. Our doodle is anxious during grooming and she took many steps to calm her, greeting her on the couch, setting some calming music. On top of a great groom, Lady smelled…

Dog bathing and blow dryDog grooming and styling
brookeLocal 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. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Personal one on one groomer, quiet environment. Groom was beautiful and our dog seemed relaxed when she came home. Thank you SPs!

Jennifer3 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★★★★★

Our 55lb labradoodle went from ‘hippie’ to ‘sleek’! This was our first experience and will return.

Dog grooming and styling
MakenzieLocal Guide · 8 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★★★★★

We had an amazing experience taking our nervous Chihuahua here! The owner is incredibly kind and had so much patience with our little girl. We will definitely be back.

kierriakus5 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★★★★★

They are very professional and loving towards animals and people. I really appreciate their services. They're the est😁

Customer photo from kierriakus's review
Dog nail trimming
Holly3 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★★★★★

Got my pomeranian Foo his summer haircut today and as usual he came out looking very cute, smelling good and fully refreshed. He got the whole works done: bath, nails, ears, and haircut and he is a happy boy ready to take on the summer activities. Thank you again 🙂. I would reccomend Stinky Pete's to anyone looking…

Customer photo from Holly's reviewCustomer photo from Holly's review
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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 75 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Madalyn SpohlerLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Madalyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Best groom yet! Brought our mini Aussiedoodle here for the first time due to our regular grooming closing down. She was incredible start to finish. Our doodle is anxious during grooming and she took many steps to calm her, greeting her on the couch, setting some calming music. On top of a great groom, Lady smelled incredible, like sweet vanilla and got a super cute bandana. We really appreciate Charmaine. It can be nerve-racking to drop your dog off with someone that you don't know but I was so happy we chose her. We will using her for our grooming from now on!

  • Services: Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog grooming and styling
brooke mauriceLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews brooke has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Personal one on one groomer, quiet environment. Groom was beautiful and our dog seemed relaxed when she came home. Thank you SPs!

Jennifer Maurer3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Our 55lb labradoodle went from ‘hippie’ to ‘sleek’! This was our first experience and will return.

  • Services: Dog grooming and styling
Makenzie GaffneyLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Makenzie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We had an amazing experience taking our nervous Chihuahua here! The owner is incredibly kind and had so much patience with our little girl. We will definitely be back.

kierriakus Peterson-Lee5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews kierriakus has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They are very professional and loving towards animals and people. I really appreciate their services. They're the est😁

  • Services: Dog nail trimming
Holly Kramer3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Holly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Got my pomeranian Foo his summer haircut today and as usual he came out looking very cute, smelling good and fully refreshed. He got the whole works done: bath, nails, ears, and haircut and he is a happy boy ready to take on the summer activities. Thank you again 🙂. I would reccomend Stinky Pete's to anyone looking for nice, simple, and affordable place to get their dog a haircut.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog ear cleaning, Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog grooming and styling, Dog nail trimming
Andrea Robberson4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Our dog is always so well taken care of and beautifully groomed for a super fair price!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog grooming and styling, Service not listed
Curran Schoff4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Curran has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Absolutely amazing! She did an amazing job on our 5 year old golden. Our little one has never been to a groomer and Charmaine treated the her with love and respect as if it were her own dog. Would recommend to anyone.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog ear cleaning, Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog grooming and styling, Dog nail trimming
Vern Brink11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Vern has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great job nail trimming!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Stacie belongaLocal Guide · 33 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stacie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I brought Tilly in to help with her crazy hair issue and she looks like a different dog. And smells amazing. Thank you so much for your beautiful job on Tilly.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog grooming and styling, Dog nail trimming

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