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Woof & Wander Dog Grooming

Pet groomer · Grand Rapids, MI · reviewed since 2020

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 55%77+42Reliability 24%72+17.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty86−1.4Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#108 of 188 mobile dog groomersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 43%
4.7 ★★★★★ 296 Google reviews · 24 photos
90%five-star reviews
4.88★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.5%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.
100%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Woof & Wander Dog Grooming at a glance

Customers frequently praise the staff's kindness, communication, and ability to handle difficult breeds, noting that grooming results are consistently good and prices are reasonable. Scheduling is described as flexible, and the owner responds to all reviews. However, low-star feedback highlights concerns about rising costs, unexpected charges for matted hair, and specific incidents involving dog injury or inadequate handling of sensitive breeds.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 296 reviews (90% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 296 Google reviews (222 with written comments, 45 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 30, 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.

Satisfaction77Reliability72Craft & service86Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 77 (median 85)Reliability: 72 (median 82)Craft & service: 86 (median 93)Value: 100 (median 95)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 50)
Woof & Wander Dog 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.Woof & Wander Dog Grooming: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.B
77
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.Woof & Wander Dog Grooming: 72/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.B
72
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.Woof & Wander Dog Grooming: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
86
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.Woof & Wander Dog 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.Woof & Wander Dog 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.Woof & Wander Dog Grooming: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.A
100

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Star ratings

296 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars26790%
  • 4 stars124%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star155%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 222 written reviews

  • Praise29296%
  • Complaints114%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1961%
  • Reasonable1032%
  • Overpriced13%
  • Not sure13%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude9732%
  • Quality & results6622%
  • Would recommend4615%
  • Price & value3712%
  • Speed & response3010%
  • Communication145%
  • Honesty & trust134%

What customers talk about

We read 222 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I have 2 Huskies which is already a groomers difficult patient, but my dogs quickly warmed up to the staff, they knew the dogs personally and were abl…”
  • “Took my small Breed miki there and they did a great job straightening her out!”
  • “I would highly recommend this place to have your dogs groomed”
    “Highly recommend looking elsewhere for your dog’s grooming needs.”
  • “The pricing is reasonable and they always give Teddy exactly what he needs.”
    “They already overcharge for services , and want to charge more and more every visit.”
  • “2 Huskies which is already a groomers difficult patient, but my dogs quickly warmed up to the staff, they knew the dogs personally and were able to fi…”
  • “They are excellent with the dogs and great at communicating.”
    “Yes, they did not communicate any of this when we picked him up.”
  • “My dog had a reaction to the shampoo, but the owner responded quickly and with genuine care.”

People customers mention

  • Bella 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Woof & Wander Dog Grooming for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

FredLocal Guide · 32 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 week ago★

This place just finds a way to charge more money at every visit. They already overcharge for services , and want to charge more and more every visit. Done with them. You lost me and multiple family members as customers.

OverpricedDog grooming
Alicia6 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Our experience here at woof and wander has been great! Our dogs look so good and we are happy with how they look every time they come out of there. We really appreciate how they care for our girls. We have had a not so good experience with another grooming company and so we have one that is terrified to go. She…

Customer photo from Alicia's reviewCustomer photo from Alicia's review
Reasonable priceDog full service grooming
Tyler3 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★★★★★

I could not compliment this place enough. I have 2 Huskies which is already a groomers difficult patient, but my dogs quickly warmed up to the staff, they knew the dogs personally and were able to find a way for my dogs to feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Service is absolutely top tier. And everyone…

Great priceDog ear cleaningDog groomingDog bathing and blow dry
Pink3 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★★★★★

I have taken my two dogs, River and Pixie, here twice. Both time I was BLOWN AWAY by their kindness, skill, and creativity!

Customer photo from Pink's reviewCustomer photo from Pink's review
Reasonable priceDog full service groomingDog grooming and styling
Taylor12 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★★★★★

I’ve been taking my labradoodle here since 2022. He saw Joe until he left the practice to pursue his education and now he sees Mandy. They are always so caring and attentive, and he always looks so great after he gets groomed! Highly recommend! Such a great company and great staff!

Great price
JessicaLocal Guide · 16 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★★★★★

Absolutely love this place. They take great care of my girl for years now. The staff are amazing. Services are reasonably priced. Highly recommend!

Customer photo from Jessica's review

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 296 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Fred GLocal Guide · 32 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Fred has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This place just finds a way to charge more money at every visit. They already overcharge for services , and want to charge more and more every visit. Done with them. You lost me and multiple family members as customers.

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Services: Dog grooming
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that you're disappointed with our pricing, and we'd like to provide some clarification regarding your recent visits. According to our records, your grooming appointments and their associated costs were as follows: - September 4, 2025: $59 - February 2, 2026: $65 - June 15, 2026: $65 - October 12, 2026: $75 The increase from $59 to $65 reflects our salon's pricing adjustment at the beginning of 2026. The additional $10 at your most recent appointment was not another price increase, but rather a charge for the additional time and labor required to demat your dog's head and tail. We were asked to maintain the fluffy appearance of these areas, which required extra attention to preserve the desired length rather than shaving them shorter. We recognize that we should have communicated this additional charge more clearly before proceeding, and we sincerely apologize for that oversight. While additional grooming time and labor may incur fees, we never want our clients to feel surprised by their final bill. We also understand that rising costs are affecting everyone. As a small, independently owned business, we are experiencing those same challenges through increasing rent, grooming supplies, and operating expenses. We make a conscious effort to limit our general price increases to approximately once every two years, while keeping our rates competitive with other independently owned salons and larger corporate grooming providers in our area. Our pricing reflects not only the grooming services provided, but also the individualized attention, quality products, and commitment to your dog's safety and comfort that we strive to provide at every appointment. We're disappointed to hear that you and your family have decided to take your business elsewhere, but we respect your decision and appreciate the opportunity to have cared for your pets. We wish you and your family all the best. — The Woof & Wander Team

Itzel Salas9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Itzel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Love this place, they love the animals.

Response from the owner · Edited 6 days ago

Thank you for taking time to give us a perfect review. Your feedback means a lot to us and we really appreciate it.

Alicia Gleason6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alicia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Our experience here at woof and wander has been great! Our dogs look so good and we are happy with how they look every time they come out of there. We really appreciate how they care for our girls. We have had a not so good experience with another grooming company and so we have one that is terrified to go. She seems to be getting better every time we take her here. I would recommend this place to everyone. We will be coming back again and again! They even put little bows in their ears this time. ❤️ the pricing here is comparable to any other place we have looked.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog full service grooming
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

We are thankful for taking the time to give us a five-star review, it means a lot to us.

Tyler Coleman3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tyler has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I could not compliment this place enough. I have 2 Huskies which is already a groomers difficult patient, but my dogs quickly warmed up to the staff, they knew the dogs personally and were able to find a way for my dogs to feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Service is absolutely top tier. And everyone fears what that comes with, the price...wait they are that affordable?!?! Both of my huskies come in for seasonal grooms and for both of them together its only 150 normally! This place truly care and works with the dogs, and have some of the best prices to boot. We are immensely sad at our move to loose such a perfect groomer, but we hope this place the absolute best and PLEASE support this business, they are the absolute best! (Also the bandanas after the washes are so cute!!!)

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog ear cleaning, Dog grooming, Dog bathing and blow dry, Dog full service grooming, Dog nail trimming
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Thank you for taking time to give us a five-star review. Your feedback means a lot to us and we really appreciate it.

Pink Paw Patisserie Dog Treat Truck3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Pink has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I have taken my two dogs, River and Pixie, here twice. Both time I was BLOWN AWAY by their kindness, skill, and creativity!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Dog full service grooming, Dog grooming and styling
Response from the owner · a month ago

We really appreciate your positive feedback and we are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us.

Taylor Elise12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Taylor has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I’ve been taking my labradoodle here since 2022. He saw Joe until he left the practice to pursue his education and now he sees Mandy. They are always so caring and attentive, and he always looks so great after he gets groomed! Highly recommend! Such a great company and great staff!

  • Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for taking time to give us a five-star review. Our business depends on customers like you and we really appreciated your help.

tanya squiers8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews tanya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Been going to them for years. They r so great and nice to our dogs

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

We really appreciate your positive feedback and we are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us.

Dora Grondsma7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dora has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They are fantastic and my dogs love going there. Very trustworthy

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you for taking time to give us a five-star review. Your feedback means a lot to us and we really appreciate it.

Jessica MilliganLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Absolutely love this place. They take great care of my girl for years now. The staff are amazing. Services are reasonably priced. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

We really appreciate your positive feedback and we are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us.

InsomniacBarbieLocal Guide · 204 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews InsomniacBarbie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The team here is amazing, I have zero complaints. They are excellent with the dogs and great at communicating.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Dog anal gland expression, Dog full service grooming
Response from the owner · Edited 3 months ago

Thank you so much for your generous feedback. Hope to see you again soon.

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