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December 2023 by Mike B.
When we lived in North Oakland, we went to at least 5 different cage-free groomers with our old dog and there was always some drawback to each place (bad haircuts, or too pricey, one place made our dog bleed and didn't tell me when I picked him up, another place said they couldn't groom our dog anymore because he was too old and bumpy...), and we always had to book appointments at least a month in advance. I was thrilled when we moved to East Oakland two years ago and found Pet Choice, which is only five minutes from our house and they can always get our dogs in with just a couple of days notice. Freddy (the owner) is the nicest, friendlest guy who is always happy to see us come in. We've gotten good haircuts from all of the groomers there, but Jenny is our favorite. She is very sweet, shows real affection for my pups, she gives great haircuts, and they really seem to trust her (which is saying something because they are kind of neverous about everybody). The prices are very reasonable too, so I don't mind giving her a big tip (which you should too!).
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November 2023 by Bettye F.
I have been taking my finicky grandpups for grooming there for about 2-3 years. Elida (with dazzling pink or red hair) is my absolute favorite. She listens to my requests and never disappoints. My 11yo ShihTzu/Maltese surprisingly does not resist going to her (and he licks her hands). The owner is always very kind and accommodating when my schedule is tight. I highly recommend Pet Choice.
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November 2023 by Dan D.
The owner was friendly and dog was very well groomed. They also carry food and toys. Would visit again.
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May 2023 by Dan Sheel
Freddy is the best. He Carrie’s the essentials and my girls come back happy, fluffy, and looking great! 15/10 would recommend.
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March 2023 by Tick Bloch
Every time I visit Oakland from out of state I stop here to pick up supplies for my dogs. Friendly and wonderful. Always remembers me and it feels good to support a truly local business.
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February 2023 by Betty Carey
Today I took my fur baby (Prince) to Pet Choice in Oakland. The service was wonderful and the two employees I spoke to showed interest in how I wanted him groomed and was very courteous and friendly. I rate Pet Choice with 10/A+
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February 2023 by R
lovely store, friendly and very helpful. small local store !
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February 2023 by Juliana D.
Fabulous groomers. Always kind and attentive to my dog. Good selection of dog and cat food, toys, gear, etc. The owner is a sweetheart too. Appreciate this local gem!
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December 2022 by Sareena D.
I took my dog here to get his haircut. I asked the groomer for a trim and to keep his face long. That's exactly what she did! I was scared to take him here because this is our second time getting a haircut. The first place shaved him and left him uneven. This women did a great job and my dog looks so cute and smells great. Thanks!
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October 2022 by Melissa Archie
Small shop with the essentials on hand including super high quality dog foods. Had nice chat and help from the owner.
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July 2022 by Dr D.
I will not use this service again for dog grooming (haircut). I wanted to support a local, small business in my neighborhood to cut the hair of my 15 month old cairn terrier for the 1st time. I wanted to even out her hair on her body post-surgery. The front office staff (scheduler and front desk worker) were friendly and welcoming, but the groomer (sam, who said she was the senior groomer) ruined the experience because she COMPLETELY DISREGARDED all of my explicit directions about what and how I wanted my puppy's hair cut to be. I stated multiple times what I was looking for (e.g., even out body, legs, feet; NO face except a little around her eyes; NO ears; cut below the neck); she correctly, albeit succinctly, repeated back multiple times what I stated (even out body, no face) as I checked for understanding. When I picked up my puppy post-haircut, I immediately saw more hair had been cut in areas I explicitly said not to cut, areas that i asked to be cut were not cut or minimally cut so that it was not evened out, and the overall look where she was cut was choppy. I immediately expressed my dismay and frustration directly to her; her response was "it looked disproportionate so I evened it out." My response: "that was the point." I am APPALLED and angry that this groomer believed she could defy, disregard, and ignore my explicit instructions and do what she wanted because it didn't look "right" to her. I am paying her money to give me the service I ask for. This is MY dog, not hers. Had I not been consumed with the negative result of the haircut, I would have refused to pay for the service. The scheduler was present for all of this. Neither he nor the groomer offered to reduce or eliminate the cost of this very disappointing haircut.
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July 2022 by John Alexander
Great place to shop...Great owner and I love his house dawg!
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June 2022 by Kate M.
I started shopping here during COVID to support small business and to buy local. I love this place. Reasonable prices. Good cat food. The owner gave me some free cat stuff at Christmas time. He's always very friendly and chatty. His huge dog comes out from behind the counter to get pats from me. (the dog is shut behind the counter it isn't roaming loose, I just like to pat it). Today he really won my heart when he started ranting about how wrong overturning Roe vs Wade is, and moved on to wondering why people are anti-homosexual.
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May 2022 by Bailey C.
This place surprised me! I found it as it was near another errand I was running and I needed some chewy things and treats for my puppy. The kind fella was in the back when I first walked in but at soon as I called out for help he came up to the front to assist me. The shelves aren't packed to the brim but it has everything you really need! I told the owner I wanted something to give my dog for training, something with high value that will help him be obedient. And he pointed out this nice big bag of roasted beef lungs and oh my , my dog LOOOOVES them. I've never seen him be so obedient as he is with these treats around. Further, he guided me on some good bully sticks that will last awhile for a dog that can chew through anything, and told me about the ingredients too. I like the basic, pure meat, less processed, kind of digestible stacks for my doggy. This place is A hidden gem!! Make sure to ask for advice, he knows what he's talking about!
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February 2022 by Susan B.
My very fearful dog loves them! Me too. Looks 100% better after grooming, but still looks like himself