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ESSENTIAL GROOMING

in business since 2006

Business Overview

customer rated

11 customer reviews

9 years on Angie's List

Contact ESSENTIAL GROOMING

Phone Number

(619) 334-1070

Address

9225 Carlton Hills Blvd Ste 22
Santee, CA
92071

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About Us

Essential Grooming is a full service salon for cats and dogs. We welcome all pets. The tiniest to the X-large. We use only the best and safest products. Your pets safety and comfort is what we are all about. Our groomers are highly skilled. The owner is a certified master groomer with 37 years of experience. We welcome you to come in for a tour of the salon.

Contact ESSENTIAL GROOMING

Phone Number

(619) 334-1070

Address

9225 Carlton Hills Blvd Ste 22
Santee, CA
92071

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Ratings and Reviews for ESSENTIAL GROOMING

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Review: Dog Grooming Service
4 years ago

We used Essential grooming to groom our dog.

The price is pretty high. The staff are friendly.
Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
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Review: Dog Grooming Service
5 years ago

I have them do a wash and cut. I usually have them do a good teeth brushing too.

I have a miniature golden-doodle, she has no fear going in whereas she had a lot of fear going into other places. The holding pins are larger then many others, she can move. They always do a nice job on her cut and do what is asked. Being a girl they put pretty bows in her ears. I enjoy the treatment and care they take with my girl. The staff is always nice and pleasant, easy to work with.
Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
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Review: Dog Grooming Service
5 years ago

This provider groomed and cut my dog's hair.

This business groomed my one-year old labradoodle in July 2013. My puppy seemed okay but a little sensitive when I got her home that Saturday. I am writing this almost nine months later because I am still in disbelief over what happened to my dog. One day later my dog started to exhibit red weepy eyes and and showing pain. I rushed her to the veterinarian who could not figure out what was wrong with her at first. He performed blood tests and other medications. Two days later I called him back as she could not open her eyes at all and they were horribly red. He told me to rush her to the Canine Ophthamologist. I did and he diagnosed her with burned corneas from the groomers drying apparatus. Apparently there are multiple people involved in the grooming process at this business. The person who shampooed my dog did not wash all of the soap out of my dog's eyes then placed her in one of these drying cages. I took her back to the vet a week and half later and thank goodness she was on the mend. I called the groomer's business and left her an emotional message of how my beloved dog was injured. She did call back with her sympathies and I told her I would call her when I was back in town a week later. I visited the business upon my return and instead of a caring person, she stonewalled and patronized me while she kept on grooming another dog. I have to say she did not hesitate to pay the vet bills when I sent her the invoice. Please don't let a groomer use these dryer cages on your pets. I am still worried that my dog who is almost 2 now may have eye isses in the future.
Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
A

Review: Dog Grooming Service
6 years ago

Dog grooming

My dog, Onyx is usually well behaved and very calm and friendly, however when I try to cut his nails he acts like a crazed maniac on bath salts. I have no idea what they put in the water at Essential Grooming but Onyx calms right down and lets them trim his nails without much fuss at all. Onyx gets his nails cut, a nice bath, and I can avoid dealing with beast for 30 minutes. The best part is that they accept walk ins! I am in and out with my dog looking like a million bucks! Thanks again Essential Grooming you guys rock!
Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
A

Review: Dog Grooming Service
7 years ago

My dog was bathed, given an excellent puppy cut, her teeth were brushed, and nails clipped

I've been using the services at Essential Grooming every 6 weeks for the past 5 years.. Laurie Jennings is the only groomer I'll have for my 51/2 yr. old Shih Tzu, Ruby. Her staff is caring and professional, and the salon is bright, cheerful, and clean.
Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
A

Review: Dog Grooming Service
7 years ago

My last report on this company was the first time I used their services. This report is a follow up. My Chi-Chi (Clyde) needs regular grooming as he is a "designer dog", half Chihuahua and half Chinese Crested Powder Puff (hence the name Chi-Chi, LOL). The coat on Clyde is more like human hair without an undercoat and his skin is very sensitive to over stimulation from brushing and allergies. The "hair" gets matted easily and though I do brush him out at home, he needs a bit more attention to keep his appearance up. I am absolutely delighted to find Essential Grooming! They listen to what you ask to have done, make suggestions and pay attention to the individual dogs' needs! Prior to this scheduled appointment I was called two weeks out. Laurie J was going on vacation and "would it be ok if another person groomed Clyde". I agreed, however, have you EVER heard of a grooming company that takes that much pride in their customer service as to offer you a choice? It is "priceless".

I arrived at 8AM and dropped Clyde off with a large Siberian Husky in front of me and a Cocker Spaniel behind me. With great patience the groomer took each animal to their designated areas and assured us she would be calling before 12. I received the call at 10:30 to come pick Clyde up. I arrived, paid for the services and out came the cutest bear faced Clyde, prancing like a very proud boy! He was so proud, so handsome and happy! The experience continues! Clyde and I are VERY pleased customers!
Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
A

Review: Dog Grooming Service
7 years ago

I have a Pembroke Corgi (which had been to a groomer in the past) and a Chihuahua/Chinese Crested Powder Puff (1 year old) which had never been to a groomer before. Services were simple for the Corgi, bathe, brush and use Furmonator to expel the unwanted guard hair which Corgi's molt twice yearly. However, the mix had never been groomed properly, had matting and was in need of a "bear face" grooming, including bathing, brushing, clipping and tender loving care during his trip away from home. He also has very sensitive skin, so using a matting comb might be a bit harsh, and shampoo would need to be very mild. The ladies took all of my concerns down and said they would call me as soon as they were finished.

I was absolutely blown away from the first phone call made to make the appointment to picking them up and putting them in my car to bring them home. Laurie Jensen (owner) has the best grooming shop I have found in over 40 years of owning animals and having them groomed. Her employees are friendly, cooperative and are attentive to what needs you and your animals have! I was greeted with a smile when I arrived with my dogs and asked many questions on what I would like done! Wow! Employees that listen AND have a warm welcome for their customers and especially their beloved pets! I left my dogs in VERY capable hands! When I was called to pick my pets up, it was with a smile and happy attitude! My Corgi has never looked better, her coat shone and glistened, her nails were cut perfectly and she was a happy girl! My Chi-Chi was just as cute as could be! He had his little bear face as asked to be done, he was fluffy and perfectly groomed! He was NOT trembling or unhappy, just the opposite! His skin was in beautiful condition and is scheduled for a once a month grooming to keep up his gentlemanly appearance. There were no bows or scarfs or added and quot;cutesy stuffand quot; because neither one needed anything else! They were both very proud to walk out of the groomers, heads held high and prancing as though they both knew they were and quot;the cat's meowand quot; (pardon the tongue in cheek, LOL).
Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
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Review: Dog Grooming Service
4 years ago

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Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
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Review: Dog Grooming Service
4 years ago

Nail trim

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Services Performed
- Dog Grooming
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Review: Dog Grooming Service
4 years ago

Bathe and grooming which included removing mattes on a 12lbs fluffy white dog. Also did blueberry facial.

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Services Performed
- Dog Grooming

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ESSENTIAL GROOMING

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