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Town and Country Animal Care Center

Updated 2026-07-20 · 1,089 reviewed · 117 listed · Scored from 241 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(241) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Daycare & BoardingGrooming ServicesTraining ProgramsPuppy ProgramsCage-Free / Open PlayLive Webcam AccessPickup & Drop-offVeterinarianDog WalkerPet Sitter
Town and Country Animal Care Center
Services
Daycare & Boarding, Grooming Services, Training Programs
Reviews
241

What recent reviews say

Most visits go smoothly, with reviewers praising Dr. Merriman's care and groomer Brian's work. However, two detailed recent grooming complaints describe dogs being shaved against explicit instructions, followed by unapologetic staff responses and management dismissal of customer concerns.

Recent shift: Two significant grooming complaints within a year (identical issue: dogs shaved against instructions, dismissive staff response) suggest either a systemic issue or recent personnel problem with specific groomers. Both customers noted the same manager (Jenny) and lack of ownership accountability.

Praised for
  • attentive veterinarian (Dr. Merriman named)
  • skilled groomer (Brian named)
  • professional staff and facility
  • safe environment
Watch-outs
  • grooming mistakes and failure to follow instructions
  • no apology or accountability after errors
  • poor communication before grooming
  • dismissive manager response to complaints
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Best for: Owners seeking integrated vet and daycare with established relationships and willingness to stay long-term.
Think twice if: Grooming has had communication lapses; request detailed written instructions and confirm understanding before drop-off.

Strengths

  • Dr. Merriman's long-term care and client loyalty
  • groomer Brian's skill
  • integrated vet and daycare under one roof
  • range of enrichment activities (nature walks, pool time, paw beach pond)

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Merriman praised for years of continuity and care
  • Groomer Brian noted for quality work
  • Manager Jenny cited in complaints; family ownership (mother is owner)
  • Two Bernedoodle grooming incidents within a year involving over-shaving despite explicit no-shave instructions
  • 50% refund offered in both cases but no apology given

What reviews say by service

Grooming Services
Skilled execution praised for some dogs, but two recent cases shaved against owner instructions with staff refusing accountability.
Veterinarian
Dr. Merriman builds strong long-term relationships; other vets lack introduction and may appear dismissive to owners.
Daycare & Boarding
Limited review detail; one mention of dog seeming okay at pickup.
Dog Walker
Nature walks listed but not reviewed in detail.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.74 average across the 88 daycare & boarding businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 80% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 68
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
196
4
11
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9
2
5
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20

Contact

Address
2010 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27523

Last verified 2026-07-20

Opening hours

Monday
07:30-18:00
Tuesday
07:30-18:00
Wednesday
07:30-18:00
Thursday
07:30-18:00
Friday
07:30-18:00
Saturday
09:00-17:00
Sunday
16:00-17:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Home BoardingDoggy DaycareGroomingThe CatteryNature WalksPlay TimeTV & Sofa TimePool Time
Published prices
Group Play initial assessment
$10.00

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

What grooming services does Town and Country offer?
They offer bathing, cutting, nail trims, and other grooming; groomer Brian is named in positive reviews. Two recent complaints note grooming mistakes and lack of apology.
Do they have a veterinarian on staff?
Yes, Dr. Merriman is noted by long-term clients for care and compassion. Other vets on staff have been criticized for not introducing themselves to owners.
What enrichment activities are available during daycare?
Their website lists nature walks, play time, TV and sofa time, pool time, and access to Paw Beach Pond, plus additional potty breaks and group play.

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Last updated 2026-07-20