Best grooming services in Raleigh, NC
These are the seven Raleigh businesses that treat grooming as a core service, not an afterthought, ranked by our methodology using ratings, review volume, recency and sentiment.
Looking for daycare instead? See our separate list of the best dog day care center overall, which ranks day care as the primary service rather than grooming.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to grooming services, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort | 90 | 4.8 (277) | — | Reactive or anxious dogs |
| 2 | West Street Dog | 89 | 4.8 (138) | — | Owners who want to socialize while their dog is cared for |
| 3 | Dog Holiday Resort | 85 | 4.5 (127) | — | Families wanting a personal, long-term relationship |
| 4 | Pup's Day Out | 83 | 4.6 (96) | — | Budget-friendly grooming with a personal touch |
| 5 | RDU Pet Resort | 77 | 4.6 (201) | — | On-site vet access alongside grooming |
| 6 | Suite Paws Pet Resort & Spa Raleigh | 77 | 4.5 (424) | — | Report cards and webcam-checked grooming visits |
| 7 | Dogtopia of North Raleigh | 77 | 4.5 (397) | — | Daycare regulars who also want spa services |
1. North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort
4.8 (277 reviews)score 90/100
This is a full-service animal hospital and resort where grooming sits alongside boarding, daycare and veterinary care, and reviewers single out the staff's skill with reactive or nervous dogs as a standout. Nearly 280 reviews at a 4.8 average, with a decade-plus of loyal clients around vets like Dr. Neligon and Dr. Stephan, back up the consistency.
- Long-tenured vets with strong repeat followings
- Staff specifically skilled with reactive and anxious dogs
- Grooming, boarding, daycare and vet care under one roof
- Online booking with flexible check-in, including car check-ins
Watch out: Parking can get tight during late-afternoon pickup times.
Services: veterinarian, daycare boarding, grooming, dog walker
2. West Street Dog
4.8 (138 reviews)score 89/100
West Street Dog pairs day care with a bar so owners can hang around while dogs get worn out playing, and reviewers describe staff going as far as after-hours emergency vet transport. With 138 reviews at 4.8, the sentiment is strongly positive though the review base is a bit smaller than the top spot.
- Staff treat dogs like their own, per reviewer accounts
- Cage-free indoor play throughout the day
- Handles after-hours emergencies with vet transport
- Hybrid bar and daycare model for multi-service visits
Services: daycare boarding, grooming, cage free, veterinarian
3. Dog Holiday Resort
4.5 (127 reviews)score 85/100
Owner Brian is the throughline in review after review here, with families describing multi-year loyalty built on personal attention to each dog. At 4.5 from 127 reviews, it's a smaller operation than the top two but the sentiment (0.81) is among the strongest on this list.
- Owner Brian known for personal attention to each dog
- Clean, well-maintained facility with active supervised play
- Flexible around schedule changes and pickup times
- Multi-year repeat families
Services: daycare boarding, grooming, dog training, cage free
4. Pup's Day Out
4.6 (96 reviews)score 83/100
Staff here greet dogs by name and reviewers consistently mention fair pricing on grooming and baths, making this a solid pick for regulars who want a familiar face at drop-off. At 4.6 from 96 reviews it's a smaller sample size, and one older complaint about an injury and parasites is worth knowing about even though recent reviews don't repeat it.
- Staff know dogs by name and build personal rapport
- Reasonably priced grooming and bath services
- Clean, inviting facility
- Responsive to owner concerns
Watch out: Hours can be limited on early mornings or weekends, and there's one older report of an injury and parasites.
Services: daycare boarding, grooming, dog training, puppy daycare
5. RDU Pet Resort
4.6 (201 reviews)score 77/100
RDU Pet Resort has an on-site vet, which reviewers call a real advantage for emergencies, and most recent visitors report dogs leaving happy at good value. The 201-review base is solid, but a cluster of serious complaints from about three years ago (tiny enclosures, extended crating, surprise fees) drags the confidence down even though newer reviews don't mention these issues.
- On-site vet convenient for emergencies
- Staff tailor play groups to individual dogs
- Good value for the price
- Quick to accommodate last-minute bookings
Watch out: Older reviews (roughly three years back) describe small enclosures, extended crating and unclear fees; more recent reviews don't repeat these.
Services: daycare boarding, dog training, puppy daycare, transportation
6. Suite Paws Pet Resort & Spa Raleigh
4.5 (424 reviews)score 77/100
With 424 reviews, this is the largest review base on the list, and many owners like the detailed daycare report cards, posted photos and professional grooming staff. Sentiment is mixed overall: the experience depends heavily on which staff member handles your dog, and recent complaints point to communication gaps during medical situations and surprise add-on charges.
- Webcam access into suites
- Detailed report cards and photo updates
- Professional grooming staff
- Enthusiastic staff rapport with returning dogs
Watch out: Recent reviews cite surprise charges for things like photos and pills, plus inconsistent communication during medical issues.
Services: daycare boarding, grooming, puppy daycare, transportation
7. Dogtopia of North Raleigh
4.5 (397 reviews)score 77/100
Dogtopia of North Raleigh bundles grooming and spa services with daycare, live webcams, and staff who reviewers say personalize play for shy or senior dogs. It's a high-confidence, high-volume listing (397 reviews), but sentiment is split: daycare regulars who watch the cameras report good experiences, while boarding customers describe inconsistent handling and unclear communication.
- Live webcam monitoring for peace of mind
- Staff adjust play groups for shy or senior dogs
- Open seven days a week
- In-house spa and grooming services available
Watch out: Facility odor and inconsistent care quality between staff are recurring complaints, especially for boarding stays.
Services: daycare boarding, grooming, cage free, transportation