Cameos Pet Salon and Doggie Day Care

We took our four dogs to Cameos for grooming and play date again today. They all look gorgeous as always. Carrie and Tom are amazing, they always take good care of our fur babies and treat them like family. The dogs always come home mellow and relaxed after their spa day at Cameos!

I’ve been looking to find the right groomer for my little diva Lucy and while I’ve liked all the places I’ve taken her too, I just haven’t felt the «click» that tells me it’s the right fit, the last shop I was taking her to was very close to perfect but because of the distance, it just wasn’t a convenient choice.
Enter Cameos, after reading several stellar reviews as well as taking into account the more critical ones, I made the decision to make an appointment, they were very accommodating, drop off for the dogs starts at 8:30 on Saturday mornings.
The gentlemen greeted me warmly and I showed him proof of Lucy’s shots, which is needed as the dogs are able to play with one another in between grooming sessions.
I was equally impressed with the fact they asked me what time I was aiming for to get Lucy back, I let them know I was going to Santa Barbara later that day and they worked around my schedule, major kudos for that.
I’m not savvy with all the shih tzus sytle cuts, so I let pictures guide me, they have a regular visitor Bailey and that was my choice for my pup, they have a wall
Of local favorites.
While Lucy D is a social butterfly, I was nervous as to what to expect since she is an «only“dog but they reassured me everything would be fine … Sure enough when I got back I saw her through the window trotting around like she’d been there for years, and upon walking in they weren’t so sure they wanted to give her up, they said she was welcome anytime, any day and that she was a bundle of energy, they were amazed that she was 8 years old.
They charged me the quoted $ 45, but heed if your dog has matting they will increase the price, my total was going to be $ 52 because I have trouble keeping knots out of Lucy’s ears, but they honored the quote given over the phone and just let me know in the future it would be more if they had to remove any mats.
Lucy will be back, I I heard the click and I’m pretty sure if Lucy was capable she’d be posting selfies of herself with the way she’s been trotting around like the little Diva she is.

I have been taking my maltipoo here for three years. They do an excellent job on his cut, and have worked with me on finding the right shampoo for his sensitive skin. The price is exactly what I would want for a small breed and they are always very friendly to both me and my dog. Very happy to have them in the neighborhood.

My dog was traumatized for 2 days afterwards.

Staff is very friendly and loving! Great for grooming and daycare! Prices are really reasonable and love that it’s a carefree environment! We will be back for sure!

Always reliable and do good work, especially for the price. Also a fan of the no kennel policy, where the pups can run around inside and play (big dogs separated from the smaller dogs)… ***Note they now only take cash.

The best doggie day care & groomers ever! Buster loves to go to Cameos!

I love this business. I have been taking my dogs to them ever since before their current location on Main Street. Tom and Carrie truly love animals and are experienced in what they do. I am a typical nervous dog owner when it comes to my dog’s safety with other dogs. They have earned my trust with their discernment with who they allow into the common area where they all play/​get groomed. They take the necessary precautions to ensure client safety (not allowing a brand new animal to just jump in if the animal’s behaviour appears to be agitated, or distressed, or if it’s a breed they need additional talk time with the owner for, to try to meet that pet’s needs while still ensuring everyone’s safety) which means a lot to me and says a lot about them.
I recently took my new rescue in for her first trim/​daycare. I called ahead and asked if it would be too soon for her since she was still scared from being in shelters, and now my new home. Carrie advised I wait 4 weeks, so she could get used to us first. She did not just book my appointment to make a profit which I appreciated. I brought her in after 4 weeks with my current dog, both for a groom and daycare, and found out from Tom that he bathed them together which was awesome! He wanted my new little one (both small terriers) to feel more secure with her new «sister» in there with her. That made me really happy.
When I went to pick them up, just coming off a difficult day, I walked in, and they had beautiful calm music playing and all of the dogs were relaxed and calm, and some sleeping. I was amazed at how much better I felt walking in to that atmosphere, and I’m glad my pets get to reap the benefits of that there.
I feel compelled to briefly address some common sense things I feel other reviewers may have struggled with: Yes, they will probably have your pet most of the day which is common unless you specify a need ahead of time to see if they can accommodate that need, which they do as much as they can. They can’t predict your home or work life, so communication is key. Also, if you do not regularly keep up with your pet’s grooming, it is up to you to inquire how they will be groomed. They may have mats underneath or other skin issues where Tom and Carrie will do their professional best to give your pet the best outcome for their issue. I am surprised at someone being surprised about a groom when they are not keeping up with the care of their animal.
I already addressed how much they care about client (dog, and owner) safety. If you have a breed that may require a consultation before hand, don’t be offended; they will give you the same customer service they give everyone.
They care about their clients and it shows! Thank you Tom and Carrie!

Called inquiring about pricing and received an incredibly awkward and unwelcoming response from whoever answered the phone — she didn’t introduce herself. «Well, first of all, we’re booked until next week.»
Why not try, «Thank you for your interest. I’d like to let you know that due to the busy holiday season, we are all booked up until next week. Were you hoping to book immediately?»
I was simply inquiring about pricing and didn’t need to book urgently. This inhospitable first impression leaves me incredibly happy to take my dog elsewhere, where both she and I can be treated to proper common decency and respect.
I never review businesses, but this interaction left me with such a sour taste in my mouth that I had to say something.

DO NOT SUPPORT THIS BUSINESS.
Fortunate for us we don’t typically encounter ignorant business owners. Although this place was the exception. I attempted to take my Staffordshire Bull Terrier to Cameo’s pet spa today to have his toenails trimmed when the woman asked if he was a «pitbull» and whether or not he could bite her or the dogs being groomed with his «lockjaw.» First things first, you’re a groomer, you’re in the pet industry, be a little educated about your own industry. Know your dog breeds. These are not the same as pit bulls. Second, no dog has the ability to lock it’s jaw. Third, all pitbull’s are not aggressive even if these were «pit bulls.» If you made the same type of allegation and assumption relative to a human race, gender, or sexual preference — it’s called being a bigot. Being educated about your own industry should be paramount. And by the way, had you simply said you had a prior bad experience and wanted to meet my dog first I would not be placing this negative review. Most importantly, this would’ve been the third time you’ve clipped my dogs nails. It wasn’t my first visit. — DO NOT SUPPORT THIS BUSINESS.
DO NOT SUPPORT THIS BUSINESS–
I am disappointed to see your response. This would’ve been an easy opportunity as the owner to change my perspective of your business.
I find it interesting that you could judge the temperament of my two dogs in less than 10 seconds. We had not approached the gate nor tried to open it. In fact, we had hardly crossed the threshold of your door when you asked if these were «pit bulls».
So what you are saying is that you were clearly not concerned for the «safety» of the animals in your shop the last three times we visited your grooming business?

Our pug Sophia Loves seeing Carrie and Tom. They do a great job trying to fit her in last minute, grooming & caring for her in doggie daycare. I wouldn’t take her anywhere else. In fact she’s seeing them today :)

I have been bringing my dog «Sue» (Maltese/​Shih Tzu) here for a little over a year and every time they do an amazing job! The owners are super friendly and their set up is great because your dog is free to socialize with others while waiting to be groomed instead of being locked up in a kennel. This is the first groomer I have ever taken Sue to where she is actually excited to go in! The cost is also very reasonable. I highly recommend giving them a try!

Love Cameo’s! I take my little Yorkie and Morkie pups here to get groomed and for occasional doggie day-​care. She does such a great job with my little guys, definitely «styles» em’ ;) not just a generic shave. They always come back smelling amazing and stay smelling fresh all week. Very fairly priced and wonderful customer service. The dogs get to run around all day and play, the kennel-​free policy is such a plus! I love that it is family-​owned and you sure get to see some cutie pies every time you go in!

We have been taking our Australian Shepherd Moose to Cameos for over 3 years. Their location is very pampering and safe and I’m happy to leave my dog there for hours for them to work on him. Tom and Carrie have always been very accommodating and professional. We always pick up Moose happy and healthy with a great buzz cut. I would recommend Cameos to anyone in the area!!!

I learned of Cameo’s through a coworker’s recommendation and I am very grateful. When I originally started taking my beloved cocker spaniel to Tom and Carrie, they were in a small shop by the beach. Since then, this family owned and operated business has moved to a larger location on Main Street which allows the dogs room to run around all day. When I bring my dog home, she is gorgeous, clean and exhausted — a fabulous combination.

I have been bringing my Shih-​tzu here for almost 3 years. Bayley had her first grooming here and will have her last one here! She also goes to doggie day care here. I feel like Tom and Carrie love my dog as much as I do! They do an awesome job with the grooming and are super friendly EVERY time I come in. If you want your pet to look and smell great, and cared for in between, go to Cameo’s!

They do an OK job but they cost a little more than they advertise (they find ways to pad their bill). Otherwise they do an adequate job!

My little guy Franky LOVES Cameo’s. He has made so many doggy friends and thinks of Carrie and Tom as his god parents. Franky runs as fast as he can up to the door and is well exercised and socialized when we pick him up at the end if the day. Before Franky came to Cameos he was acting out, chewing a lot and being a little pain in the butt. Tom and Carrie did a great job of training him to interact with the other dogs. Franky is now an angel at home.

This salon is awesome! My wife and I are traveled up to Ventura County for a weekend trip and we wanted to bring our pom/​dox mix along. Kerry was very nice and informative on the phone. We were afraid our dog wouldn’t get along with other dogs but Kerry was so good at getting him accustomed to the other animals there. They even have separate sections for big dogs and small dogs!
What was really great was that Kerry helped Dash get accustomed to the other dogs in a very safe way. She first leashed up with other dogs and let Dash explore them and so that he could run away if they tried to chase them or anything. She said that after an initial sniff he was all ready to play with the other dogs.
We picked Dash up at the end of the day and he definitely looked like he was having a great time.
Only wish there was a Cameo’s in LA!

I brought my dog here for her first grooming in a long while and the owner/​operators were so nice to me and my dog. I’ve been to so many bad groomers who have bad attitudes and treated my dog badly – that is why I had stopped going to groomers altogether.
I drove past this place a few times and saw all the cute little dogs running around in the play area so I decided to give it a try. Plus, it was $ 42 which was a good price for me.
My dog is very shy with other dogs (she was attacked by a «friendly» Corgi once), so the social area where the dogs hang out together while waiting to get groomed was probably not her favorite part, but I know that the social time was good for her and is so much better than being in a cage. I noticed that the other more social dogs there were having a great time, so I hope that my dog will eventually make some friends there.
At the end of grooming, they gave my doggie a nice cookie and there was a cupcake for me!
I can’t imagine a better grooming experience!