Soft Paws 76 Bowers Street, Newton, MA 02460

"Carlos is so AMAZING. He does a great job. My cat Fluffy is so happy after his appointment…Purrring loudly. He is the best groomer I have ever met. He genuinely cares for animals."

"13 years ago my mother-in-law started going to Carlos, 12 Years ago my mother started going to Carlos, and now I have been customer for the past 2 years as well. My whole family goes to Carlos. My family lives in Waltham, but I drive all the way from the South Shore to bring my dog to him, that's how much I love his job, that I am willing to drive about an hour each way. He is caring, patient, and does an incredible job (this coming from a very picky/particular person)."

"I've been going to Carlos for years. Every time, Lucy comes back beautiful and clean. I don't understand how he gets all the fur out. He trims her hair down perfectly, and she always comes back happy. She is a lovely, sweet girl and loves to see Carlos, and Carlos is always so gentle and kind with her. Grooming rates are on the cheaper side of competitive, and Soft Paws offers full services. Book in advance! This is a one (wonderful) man shop, and he's booked out more than a month in advance in some cases. That's because he is very busy, and that's because he is very good."

"Similar price as going to Petco/Petsmart, ~$70. My dog smelled great and felt soft. Owner is nice and I do like to support local, small businesses. However, my dog’s short haircut was a surprise at first. Samoyed/Eskimo owners know that this is not the “proper” way to groom a double coated dog. I grew to like it, but those who don’t want their double coated dogs clipped this short should probably skip trying out this groomer. Make your appointment 1-2 months in advance. He’s very popular!"

"Carlos is a god! My dog come back from his grooming session feeling softer and smelling better than ever. Normally when he goes to the groomer he sheds more than normal, but after seeing Carlos, my dog has barely been shedding! Also, my dog normally hates the groomer, but seemed at ease at Carlos's. Additionally, Carlos cleans animals teeth. My dog was very uncomfortable with the process and Carlos was very respectful of my dogs limits. I would recommend Carlos to anyone, he is fantastic!"