Barks & Bows Dog Spa 300 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, IL 60062

"They did an AMAZING job on my giant Great Dane. And he’s really giant, he hovers around 200 pounds. They cleaned up all his slobber, gave him a nice shampoo and deshedding, and handled his nails perfectly. His nails are so thick because of his sheer size, so it can sometimes be difficult. Not for Barks & Bows! They clipped and dremeled and did everything perfectly. When I walked in and was greeted, I told them his name was “Biden the Dog.” Everyone in the back was so sweet saying “the President is here!” and “Hi Mr President!” while giving him cuddles and love. They also had me in first thing in the morning so he wouldn’t have to go in a crate because he’s too big for crates. They’re really kind and loving dog people. Highly recommend taking your dogs of any size here. Biden the Dog and I will be back monthly!"

"Myong is a master at her craft!! She’s been grooming Archie since he was 6 months old and we refuse to go elsewhere. She is all business and does it well, and Archie is always so happy when we pick him up, and of course looks like a fresh angel. We will not take our maltipoo anywhere else and have referred all of our friends and clients to her."

"We love this place. Our corgi Pippa has tons of hair and she really shears her down good. Pippa has always been nervous or anxious at groomers — but not barks and bows!! Quick and efficient too. Highly recommend"

"I took my little dog for his summer cut last week and we had a great experience! The owner and master groomer fit him in same day, which was much appreciated but not expected. He had been there for the first time a couple months ago for just a nail trim and sanitary trim, and she threw in a mini trim for free! He came back looking like a star both times. She doesn't cage any of the dogs, they hang out with her and the other groomer in the work area. When I told her he might be scared of the bigger dogs, she tried to put him in his own space but he was so comfortable with the bigger dogs that I said if he's feeling okay that he can hang out with the other dogs. She has a firm but gentle hand with the dogs and there was no wailing or barking heard while I waited about 15-20 mins in the front. There are clean gated compartments behind the counter for dogs that might need to be secluded."