4 Paw

I had a great experience with what I now refer to as the dynamic duo! April is awesome with nail clipping, I swear she could do it blindfolded and Aaron is so comforting and calming. I took our recently rescued pooch to get her nails trimmed and I don’t think she knew what was happening, I think she just thought she was getting some love. I’ve been telling everyone how wonderful and reasonable 4paw and it’s owners are.

Don’t write many reviews, but had to speak up on this one.
We’ve been taking our tiny, frail 13-​year-​old toy poodle to these guys for a haircut and a bath about 3 times a year for the past 5 years. Scheduling has ALWAYS been friendly and easy, the work has ALWAYS been quick, the cost has ALWAYS been fair and consistent (~$ 50 including tip), and most importantly– our old pup has always come out happy, refreshed, clean, and dapper. Worth every penny, because this is a task we have tried and failed many times to accomplish ourselves at home. I recommend them without hesitation.
A few relevant details:
Firstly, while I agree with Nicole H’s positive review, I have to point out that the owner’s names are Aaron and April Lynch, and yes they are the only one’s running the show. They are NOT brother and sister, at least I hope to god they aren’t, because they are happily married and actually just had their first child this past Fall 2014. Congrats guys.
Second, I have to emphasize their quality of service and care. On two occasions, our dog was brought in with fleas (Without our prior knowledge). Aaron and April gave him a flea-​bath, a nice close cut, and did not punish us via billing, despite our mistake requiring them to shop-​vac every inch of their shop and even cancel appointments. Maybe this is why they always remember us and our dog, but I have a feeling they make a point to remember everyone regardless. Unfortunately, our elderly dog has developed some pretty bad cataracts, to the point where he is almost completely blind – bumping into furniture and needing to be carried up and down stairs, etc. When I mentioned this to April on our last visit, she reassured me they have dealt with dogs w/​cataracts before, and will take extra care to make him feel comfortable during his cut. He came out this last time just as happy, and just as clean, and I trust her when she says they took care of him. These are examples of GREAT SERVICE, and it’s why we never call anybody else.
Maybe stop focusing so much on their phone etiquette and make the damn appointment before you rate and review the quality of their dog grooming business. Though I have NEVER had a bad phone experience, perhaps you called on the day my dog brought a surprise flea army to their shop? Fact is, they do a great job with dog care, and I could care less how they handle people care.

I understand they are groomers and used to talking to animals, but the pet owners are people… The husband is personable and understanding, but the wife is not. She sucks!

I am reading these reviews and am in disbelief at the good reviews this place has gotten. I gave this place 3 chances and there were issues every single time. The first time I got my dog back her face was nicked and bleeding, which they did NOT inform me of. The second time I took my dog there her haircut was completely uneven and my poor dog looked like she was butchered and the last and FINAL time as my dog will not be going back, I was snapped at by the woman behind the counter because I wasnt carrying my dogs leash when I walked in… my dog had her leash on, but I wasnt holding it because we were in the grooming place. I explained to the woman that my dog was fine and that she wouldn’t run off at which point she again firmly told me to hold my dogs leash (wouldn’t I know better then anyone if my dog will run off?) Then again I get her back after her appointment and she was butchered AGAIN. She has consistently been given bad grooming appoitments and I gave a more then enough chances only because the place is so close to where I live. I have a small dog, shitzu yorkie, the price of her being groomed is $ 44. Her grooming appointmetns typically last an hour. However, my dog isnt washed and cleaned, she is simply given a cut., The previous places I have taken her too charged between $ 38 and $ 4 and that included a shampoo and a haircut that was even and blended. I will also add that my dog haas been to the groomers on a consistent basis… she was TERRIFIED when I brought her in to 4PAW. She tried running out the door and then clawed me and was crying when i handed her over… my dog has NEVER reacted that way to any other groomer. I would strongly urge that any pet owner would steer clear of this place. I would have to say based on my experiences and feedback from my friends tthat have gone to this place that the other reviews on here are probably from people that know the owners of this place as I gave them 3 chances and they are not only bad, but consistently bad,

4 Paw is a great local pet grooming business in Shorewood. The prices are good and my dogs always get good cuts!

We used to take our dog to madra, but for various reasons we decided to try 4 paw out. Our Bassett hound, despite pooping out of nervousness looks and smells great. Super quick and really reasonably priced. 30 bucks for wash and brush, anal gland expression, nail trim, and teeth brushing. We will definitely be back, it’s worth the 1.5 weeks we waited to get an appointment.

I called this place to set up the first professional grooming for my dog. I explained breed, size, age, and that I wasn’t exactly sure what he needed. And what did I get? «Sorry dude, we can’t help you. Nope, not going to be able to help you.» Click. What a dick.

So I went to 4 Paw based on previous reviews including the GREAT prices. I agree the owners are nice because they were «so sorry» when I about dropped on the floor when I was told the price. $ 90. Yes, $ 90. I have never paid more than $ 65 for my dog and the usual price I pay is $ 53. Let’s not forget that my dog took them almost 2 hours to groom, but most places take 3 – 4 hours. The cut was not bad if you don’t mind cutting all of the missed long hairs yourself the next day, oh and cutting the hair around your dogs rear end because it seems they missed that part. Maybe he was dreaming of the $ 90 he was going to charge me. I am new in town and I called over a dozen shops since this last hair cut and all of the quotes were between $ 50 and $ 70. My dog is groomed every 6 – 8 weeks so at $ 90, I will not return.

I took my mini-​schnauzer to 4 Paw to be groomed for the first time last weekend. We have been to several groomers in the past, most recently PetCo or PetsMart or one of those chain places. This was by far the best cut to date. They were very familiar with the cut for this breed and did a perfect job plus the price was great. We are very particular too so giving a 5 star review means they wow’ed me.

Just saw Ryan’s review and was extremely mad at myself for not thinking to review this place before.
I unabashedly and wholeheartedly give 4 Paw 5 stars and would recommend them to everyone. I have never had a bad experience with them and they are always friendly and accommodating.
Now that I’m writing this I’m embarrassed to admit that I don’t know their names, but 4 Paw is owned and run by a brother sister team. They appear to be the only staff members and because of this you can sometimes call and will not get an answer or have to leave a voicemail, but they are always very, very good about calling you back. The voicemail message has the guy’s personal cell phone number on it and he returns calls quickly.
I take my dogs here exclusively to get their nails cut. Not only are they incredibly cheap (up to 66% less) compared to others in the area, but they are quick and careful. My dogs have never squealed, pulled away from them or bled. One my dogs is literally impossible to cut her nails at home, but she stands for these two like its no big deal.
If all the other things aren’t enough to convince you, know that I pay $ 5 a dog to have their nails cut. I’ve never seen it elsewhere for less than $ 8 and most places on the East Side are $ 10 or $ 15 per dog. Even when I give them a $ 5 tip (because $ 2 seems so cheap) — I’m coming out at the same price for both dogs as other places would charge me for one.
I only go every 4 – 6 weeks or so for my dogs nails, but they know both dogs by name and know who I am when I call. Sometimes I don’t remember to call ahead of time and will call over the weekend to see if they have anything open. Occasionally our schedules won’t mesh, but most often they find a place to squeeze us in, which they really don’t have to do. I appreciate their working with me.
They know their clients well. They make sure to keep all the animals separated and have even met me in the hallway to have me wait a second until they can put a dog away or have another owner leave so that the shop isn’t crowded and the dogs don’t tussle with each other.
It’s clearly a labor of love for them and I both appreciate and want to support that.