That Dapper Pet

By far The Best pet groomer I’ve ever taken my cat-​KiKi to! KiKi got a «lion cut» and it came out picture perfect, besides smelling so fresh&clean! His fur to this day is still so very soft! And he was last groomed at the end of December. Also, KiKi and myself was put to ease with the caring& accomodating way of the owner. I highly recommend That Dapper Pet!

These guys are the most awesome groomers I have EVER had the pleasure of meeting. I just moved to Bloomington from Columbia, MO. I was used to taking my 2 Shih-​tzu to my groomer in Columbia and having them come back with those annoying bandanas that looked like someone just cut a length of cloth haphazardly. If I wanted bows or anything put in my little girl’s hair I had to pay extra. So, color me shocked when I picked up my babies and not only did my little girl have two beautiful bows in her hair, but my little boy had a dapper little bow tie around his neck. They did a beautiful job. I know it had to be rough going for them too, as it had been over 6 months since they had been to a groomer and I had been sick the past few months so I was not able to brush them out as I had liked before grooming. Thus, they were a little matted. But they did a glorious job of cleaning them up very nice and I intend on making MANY more appointments in the future. They even shaved down my little ragdoll cat and she looked gorgeous (and the fact that the groomer still had their hands intact tells me they know how to handle cats as well as dogs). She had never been shaved down before, so I was unsure of how she would deal with it, especially seeing as how she is terrified of new people AND loud sounds. I thought the mixture of those two things all at one time would send her back to me a complete basket case, but she was perfectly content when I picked her up. I would recommend this groomer to anyone. I don’t know how the costs equal out amongst other groomers since this is the first one I have used here in Bloomington. I know it is more expensive than the one I used in Columbia, MO, but EVERYTHING here in Bloomington costs more than it did in Missouri. But it was only a few dollars more expensive and that, to me, means they are pretty reasonably priced. Especially when you consider that they do WAY more than my groomer in Missouri did. Also, about a week after I got my babies home the bows in my little girl’s hair came out. I tried putting it back in but only ended up breaking the band. I called the groomer and asked her if they could put them back in for me. For only $ 4 they got me new bows and showed me how they put them in. I now have them ordering the tool for me that they use to put them in. It is a tool I have been looking for all over the place. I can also use it to pluck their ear hair in between grooming visits. These guys are wonderful and I cannot thank them enough for being so awesome with my babies.

I am in love with That Dapper Pet. They knew I was hesitant to bring my pampered himalyan cat to a new groomer but they treated him like he was their cat. It was the most beautiful grooming he has had to date. I can’t wait to take my Yorkie Poo there as well. Amy and her team clearly love animals and are so good with them. I know the business is newer to the community but they have clearly hit the ground running!

I took my 3 year old jackrussel/​dauschund in for a nail trim and file on November 4^th. The store was small and quaint I did have a good conversation with the owner who was very friendly. Lexi was taken to the backroom for her nails while I browsed the store.
Selection was limited but being a fairly new store still and Bloomington market not exactly like Chicago I think it was a good fit.
I paid my ticket before she was done. Nail trim plus file. No extras. I was charged $ 20 plus I gave a $ 5 tip. After I paid she was brought back out I felt her nails they were still rough around her front edges and they were barely trimmed.
I had my 5 year old son with me and then owner and employee both seemed very rushed so we left.
After reviewing the trifold which goes over various grooming options offered I noticed the nail trim was supposed to have been priced at $ 10 and the file is an additional $ 5. Equaling $ 15.
Not only was my service unsatisfactory but I was overcharged.
I am very disappointed I specifically avoided a large box store and was hoping a locally owned boutique would have taken better attention to detail.
All together the front of the shop was clean and organized. I did not see the grooming room so I can’t speak on their cleanliness.
Needless to say we are still looking for a local person for her nails. In the meantime we will continue to go to Chicago for all her bathing, hair color, and grooming needs.

That Dapper Pet is basically my puppy’s second home! I take her here for all of her grooming/​baths/​teeth brushing/​nail filing AND also regularly for doggy day care! She has so much fun and is never anxious to get groomed :) The environment is great for a young dog to learn how to socialize with other dogs. I also love the assortment of high-​quality treats and dog accessories/​clothes/​shoes that can be found here — only the best for my little pup! As well, I can only say great things about the owner Amy and her staff — they really give the dogs personalized attention and are very accommodating. I trust them with my dog and recommend them to all dog owners I know :)

My dogs have never looked better! I was a little hesitant to try and new grooming place but Mieko was fantastic! She truly listened to what we wanted and she did not disappoint. My dogs loved it there and they made me feel great! We will be back for sure! Please give them a shot, you will not be disappointed!

Awesome service. My Jack Russell/​Shih Tzu mix went today for a grooming and I am super pleased. First of all I called for an appointment yesterday and they were able to fit me in which is almost unheard of for a grooming in this town! When I arrived it was a cute little store front and it was apparent they loved the animals they services. The groomer Meiko came out and immediately began talking to my pup and she took good care of her. I am very pleased with the service and good conversation I received today and will definitely patronize with them again! Good job ladies. Keep up the good work!

That Dapper Pet is wonderful!!! I had taken my Maltese mix to another groomer recommended by some friends with large dogs and it was a nightmare experience for my rescue dog and me.
Dapper Pet was the opposite. They took lots of time with her and she had a wonderful time playing with the other dogs… no kenneling as at the other place. She was happy when I left her and still happy, not traumatized, when I picked her up. The staff was great! Obviously truly loving animals and what they do! The other pet grooming place did not really seem to like animals or their job. The store was very cute and clean and has some great, fun merchandise for pets. I would recommend The Dapper Pet to anyone.
Their Spa menu is fun, clever and well thought out with a variety of services reasonably priced.