Patrick's Pet Care

I had just moved to dc and have been searching far and wide on the internet for a groomer that knows how to cut Pomeranian specific hair and does one on one grooming sessions since she does not do well with other dogs. Patrick’s pet care was the second place I tried after the first groomer was too overwhelming for my senior pup and I am so happy I found this place! Melissa did an amazing job and provided multiple updates throughout my dog’s grooming process such as report cards, pictures, and videos which made me feel less anxious. I highly recommend!

Wonderful experience! My dog had had problems with separation anxiety at other groomers so I was a little nervous at first. As soon as I got to Patrick’s, they took us into a little area for an interview, got to know my dog, gave her some treats, and gave her time to adjust. They explained their process in detail and asked a lot of Qs, including if she had any sensitivity to being touched in certain parts of her body. I really felt like they were prioritizing my dog’s needs. I picked her up a few hours later and received a detailed report card with photos of how well she did. All in all, a great experience. We will definitely be back!

If you’re "on the fence" about booking an appointment with Patrick’s Pet Care take this as a sign take the plunge! They are incredible! Our 6 month Portie has been there twice now and pretty much jumps into the arms of the groomers for drop off. They are pricey compared to near by competitors but I think the price is worth it! Groomers are excellent at meeting your pup where they are. Meaning they have force free counter conditioning for grooming and they always provide a report card on how our girl did. They often take breaks and treat for ideal behaviors. This is extremely helpful in our overall training as we are trying to promote calmness for a very active and energetic puppy. This type of detail and commitment to your pup cannot be found at any other groomers.

I highly recommend Patrick’s Pet Care for dog grooming. My dog can be anxious about being bathed and groomed, but his groomer Melissa and the grooming techs make sure to go at his pace and keep the experience comfortable and positive for him. He always comes home looking and smelling great, and I love the report card, photos, and video recap I receive after each visit. I always know that my dog is in good hands with Melissa and team!

My Great Pyrenees mix had his first ever grooming experience at Patrick's Pet Care. The staff was so welcoming and receptive. The lunchtime text update made me feel secure. The report card helped me fully understand the value of what I paid for while giving me a perspective on my dog's behavior away from home. And the end result was a clean, fluffy, happy boy! I recommend this place to everyone I know! <3

Patrick’s is a leader in the DC community. I’ve been to the gamut of conventional doggie daycare places and they are the best. The truly individual attention my pup receives gives me peace of mind while at work. The personalized video report cards and photos at daycare also give me a chance to see just how joyous his day was. You can really tell that dog development is their passion. It comes through in the quality of service and great care they take with your dog family. So happy to have found them!

Major shout out to Dakota! This was my first time working with someone regarding dog training and his training has been exceptional! Kind, understanding, and observant. Dakota was able to assess and listen to my concerns and Sophie’s needs. Throughout his sessions with her, he has been able to help her regulate some of her urges to bark and pull on walks as well as provide her with a midday routine to burn off some of her puppy energy. During and after each training session he would provide insightful feedback to help tackle some of our every day problems. For context Sophie is a 7 month old miniature Australian Shepard puppy with lots of energy! She gets overly excited on walks which has led to frustration, barking and tugging. While she is a love bug I felt like I hit a wall with her training and didn’t know what to do. After lots of research I came across Patrick pet care and found that they offered in service walk and trains! I felt more comfortable having someone stop by and help Sophie adjust to city life and walks. Dakota made the process easy and has been super accommodating! Every check in video has brought me so much joy to know that she is having an amazing time! There has been a major change in her behavior and excitement! We are really sad to Dakota go, but we wish him the best in his journey! I highly recommend this service for first time dog owners whose pups are working through learning good leash etiquette. The program is very engaging and my pup just loved the turkey treats provided! I am very grateful for this program and look forward to continuing our journey with Patrick pet care! I have added photos from her walk and trains with Dakota!