Experts Reviews · 2026 Ratings

The Best Pet Grooming in Texas

We graded 10 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.

$43typical jobMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).
98%say the price was fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
4.81★average ratingPlain average of every Google star rating we collected for these companies.
2.9%bad jobs (1–2★, 2 yrs)Share of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.

From 23,101 Google reviews of 100 top-rated pet grooming nationwide; 10 of them in Texas. Updated October 29, 2026.

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1Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Hutto logoWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming Hutto★ 5.00 on this job17 jobs reviewedHow Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Dog grooming and styling”:Stars on this job 55%5.00★Number of such jobs 25%17Overall Experts Score 20%87Job match= 93Stars are pulled toward the category average (4.81★) 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.93
2Pretty Paws Dog Grooming logoPretty Paws Dog Grooming★ 5.00 on this job13 jobs reviewedHow Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Dog grooming and styling”:Stars on this job 55%5.00★Number of such jobs 25%13Overall Experts Score 20%100Job match= 92Stars are pulled toward the category average (4.81★) 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.92
3What A Dog Grooming logoWhat A Dog Grooming★ 5.00 on this job10 jobs reviewedHow Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Dog grooming and styling”:Stars on this job 55%5.00★Number of such jobs 25%10Overall Experts Score 20%96Job match= 88Stars are pulled toward the category average (4.81★) 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.88

Job match = this company’s ★ on reviews Google tagged “Dog grooming and styling” (shrunk toward the category average when there are few), how many such jobs it has done, and its overall Experts Score.

What customers said about dog grooming and styling

Kathleen3 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★★★★★
Pretty Paws Dog Grooming logoPretty Paws Dog Grooming

He was so kind and caring, let me know all he was doing, as it was her first haircut, I would 100% recommend him in a heartbeat.

Great priceDog ear cleaningDog anal gland expressionDog grooming
Ms.2 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★★★★★
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Hutto logoWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming Hutto

Another five-star service that our dogs enjoyed. Our dogs have a special affection for Mary, their groomer. Her attentiveness and dedication towards taking care of our dogs are truly remarkable. For those who haven't visited this place and are searching for a grooming and bakery establishment that actually cares…

Reasonable priceDog groomingDog flea and tick treatmentDog bathing and blow dry
AlfredLocal 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. · a month ago★★★★★
What A Dog Grooming logoWhat A Dog Grooming

I’ve been taking my dogs here for some time now and l have no complaints about the service my four legged friends get every time I bring them. Maddie has been taking care of my Shih Tzu since she was at the other place years ago. She does such a wonderful job with her and I wouldn’t want anyone else doing it. Kudos…

Great priceDog bathing and blow dryDog full service groomingDog grooming and styling
KathyLocal Guide · 30 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★★★★★
What A Dog Grooming logoWhat A Dog Grooming

We had such a wonderful experience with What A Dog Grooming! The ladies did a fabulous job with our Yorkie. He was extremely matted and definitely needed a good haircut, and they took such great care of him. The price was extremely reasonable, and I really appreciated that the staff was very informative and upfront…

Great priceDog ear cleaningDog bathing and blow dryDog full service grooming
BrittLocal Guide · 13 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★★★★★
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Hutto logoWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming Hutto

Sara is absolutely perfect when it comes to grooms ! She definitely knows her stuff and can groom your dog the exact way you want them that looks just like the picture . My baby boy loves her as she always greets him with a smiling face and makes him feel at home . Highly recommend Sara !!

Great priceDog groomingDog full service groomingDog grooming and styling
SoniaLocal Guide · 130 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★★★★★
What A Dog Grooming logoWhat A Dog Grooming

Took my dog for the first time here since it was recommend through Facebook group. I was able to get in on the same day my original dog groomer canceled without notice. They were very compassionate and very detailed with all their process. My German Shepard came out looking so handsome. I didn’t get to sneak a pic but I was very pleased with their work.

Reasonable priceDog ear cleaningDog bathing and blow dryDog full service grooming

Overall ratings

Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of pet grooming).

#CompanyScoreExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown.FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-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.Reliability (24%): How 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.Craft & service (0%): Google 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.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises 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.Replies to reviews (7%): How 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.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20.★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps.Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
1Pretty Paws Dog Grooming logoPretty Paws Dog GroomingHutto, TXA 100How 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%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 100Not 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.AA–AA–5.00—
2What A Dog Grooming logoWhat A Dog GroomingHutto, TXA 96How 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%97+56.9Reliability 26%91+23.7Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 96Not 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.AA–AA–4.97—
3Wholesome Doodle Spa logoWholesome Doodle SpaHutto, TXA 95How 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%98+57.5Reliability 26%95+24.8Value 15%87+13.2Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts 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.AAAA––5.00—
4Hip Hounds logoHip HoundsHutto, TXA 91How 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%95+51.8Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%35+2.5Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AA–AAD4.90—
5New Image Pet Grooming logoNew Image Pet GroomingHutto, TXA 89How 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%90+49.1Reliability 24%83+20.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty89−1.1Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AAAAAA4.88—
6Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Hutto logoWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming HuttoHutto, TXA 87How 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%76+18.4Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 87Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AB–AAA4.85—
7Amie's At Home Pet Care logoAmie's At Home Pet CareHutto, TXA 86How 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%89+48.5Reliability 24%77+18.7Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%72+5.1Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.ABAAAB4.92—
8Puppy Dreams - Round Rock logoPuppy Dreams - Round RockHutto, TXA 80How 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 64%87+55.3Reliability 28%78+22Replies to reviews 8%37+3Experts Score= 80Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AB––AD4.87—
9Paw Haven Animal Hospital logoPaw Haven Animal HospitalHutto, TXB 78How 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%81+19.6Value 14%79+11.2Replies to reviews 7%56+4Momentum penalty59−4.1Experts Score= 78Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.AA–BCC4.89—
10Shady Acres Pet Ranch logoShady Acres Pet RanchHutto, TXB 78How 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%76+41.5Reliability 24%66+16Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%89+6.3Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 78Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.BBAAAA4.80—

What jobs cost

What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.

JobLow25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this.TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this.FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.

Pet Grooming in Texas at a glance

How the 10 pet grooming we rated in Texas compare, and what customers praise most.

Experts Score grades

A = score 80+, F = below 20.

  • Grade A880%
  • Grade B220%
  • Grade C00%
  • Grade D00%
  • Grade F00%

Google ratings

Average stars per company.

  • 4.90★ and up550%
  • 4.80–4.89★550%
  • 4.60–4.79★00%
  • Below 4.60★00%

What customers praise

Share of Google review highlights.

  • Quality1,29728%
  • Professionalism1,27027%
  • Responsiveness1,07023%
  • Punctuality431%
  • Value96721%

Was the price fair?

All price verdicts left with reviews.

  • Great price1,47740%
  • Reasonable2,07356%
  • Overpriced872%
  • Not sure932%

Price verdicts by year

Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.

2025
2026

How we grade

Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-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.

Reliability (24%) — How 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.

Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google 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.

Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.

Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises 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.

Replies to reviews (7%) — How 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.