The Groove Hound

"The Groove Hound is a gem in Fishtown. A grass roots operation run by Gert, the owner and pack leader, they truly care for their animals. The dog day-boarding services are fantastic and are the only place in the area with an outdoor yard so your furry friends don't pick up bad habits of using the bathroom indoors. The "pack" is carefully selected to make sure the dogs get along and are able to play hard without breaking into fights. My very timid rescue found her second home at the Groove Hound. She cowered around the city for the first few weeks after we moved into the neighborhood, but once she started interacting with all the other dogs at the Groove Hound she really came out of her shell. Gert is super reliable and a pleasure to work with, and the rest of the staff really care for the dogs like their own. Can't recommend it highly enough."

"The Groove Hound is the most amazing place! Gert and her team take such good care of our dog both for daycare and grooming. She is so knowledgeable about dogs and you can tell this business and dogs are her life’s passion. We wouldn’t take our dog anywhere else."

"Highly recommend! We took Great our Pyrenees puppy for his first groom last month and he had such a positive experience --not only did they fully walk us through the process and alleviate any concerns but they did such an amazing job at getting his undercoat out and making him feel so so much better! He's been itching less and he just seems happier after the groom so it was well worth the $$ Very experienced groomers who know the right cuts for each breed/lifestyle but also they just understand dog behavior and non verbal communication and they go slow and make sure your dog is comfortable and happy."

"My dog is CRAZY about this place and so am I! Gert the owner is not only great with dogs, but she runs a great business. The dogs have an awesome outdoor area to play in all day (they are in and out all day, all weather), the staff is attentive to make sure everyone is behaving themselves, and the dogs enrolled are carefully selected to make sure all the dogs are part of a great pack! Besides taking my dog to work with me when I can, this is one of the best decisions I have made for my dog to ensure he gets proper socialization (way better than the dog park!). Not to mention, on busy days of work, I know he is getting plenty of exercise. Lastly, they offer some of the best grooming services around. So if you really are looking for the best place to groom and send your dog to "school" I can not recommend the Groove Hound enough!"

"Groove Hound is by the far the BEST groomer in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas! They are professional, clean, extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. My dog is super anxious and not the easiest to handle, but Gert and staff are great with him and handle him amazingly! I feel super comfortable dropping him off, knowing that he is in their care! I would give more stars if I could!!"