The Dog Studio

I follow their company closely on Instagram and decided to stop in today on my way home from work. This store is completely lovely and stocked with all of the best treats and toys. They carry the collars I love from my favorite dog Etsy shop and both of the owners were delightful in sharing their personal stories about the store products. This is a true independent and local store and I strongly encourage you to support your neighborhood community with continued purchases and smiles. Thank you so much!

Elizabeth and Scott are lovely people, and they are very responsive to questions and phone calls. They also have a beautiful shop and grooming salon. That said, they’re so popular now, that it’s pretty much impossible to get in, so make sure if you want your dogs groomed here you get them on a consistent schedule to book well in advance.
The actual grooming itself (based on the experience I’ve had with Elizabeth grooming my toy poodle 3 times), is what I’d call only «pretty good». It’s not the absolute best, and it’s not the worst. It doesn’t seem that she scissor blends the coat very well, and the final result is not as neat and smooth as I’m used to. She also doesn’t dremmel the nails, which is pretty standard practice for all high quality grooming, and is standard for most dog groomers to offer. It is not painful to the dogs, and is the best method for keeping the nail as short, smooth, and comfortable for the dog as possible. It also helps train the quick to stay nice and short. I keep my dog’s nails trimmed at home weekly, so since she only trims them with the same trimmer I use, it is kind of a moot point if she’s not dremmeling them (which I can’t do at home). Perhaps she has started dremmeling since the last time I was there. If so, please ensure you are requesting this service when you go, it makes all the difference in the world for maintaining proper nail length.
My dog has consistently received better blended and better looking hair cuts at You Dirty Dog in Newtown, and also Beechmont Pet Grooming off Salem Rd. I’d recommend either of those if you want something more than just «pretty good». I think a lot of these reviews are from folks who’ve never experienced better quality grooming for their small dogs. Specifically scissor cut and scissor blended oriented grooming. It can be found here in Cincinnati, and it can be found here in Cincinnati for cheaper than what I paid at The Dog Studio for a groom.
As for their store: Great and impressive selection of high quality items, BUT that is a lot of overhead for a grooming salon. I personally don’t have any interest in shopping for the same boutique items found at the many other small pet stores in Cincinnati when I come for a grooming appointment. Perhaps others like this option; I think it distracts from the grooming focus.
Perhaps they should just focus on getting the grooming to the absolute top level of skill rather than becoming just another pet store that also offers grooming. Whether or not it’s true, I felt like I was also partly paying for the overhead of keeping such a comprehensive store front operating when I paid my grooming bill.

I brought my pupp here because of 2 of my neighbors who recommended this place. We recently just relocated here from SoCal… I know I know why is the question… due to the hubby’s job. Anywho, I must say they book up a lot and pretty far out. I was put on their wait list, Scott kept in touch with me though out, and I was able to get in a month earlier (I know right? Yes a month earlier.)
Well I am glad we waited! Scott is awesome! He is so friendly and nice… great convo making. I am kind of surprise about what the other Unilocaler wrote (assuming they were talking about him). I brought in some pics to show the actual groomer of what I wanted him to look like… that is exactly what he looked like when I picked him up. I really like that they do NOT keep a lot of pupps there, it helps keep my pupp chill and relaxed. She told me he just hung out in the crate, which is such a relief for me. The groomer was super sweet and kind with him (I watched a little of his bath time [hidden of course, so he wouldn’t freak out lol]).
I am excited to have them as our new groomer!
*I have to say that I love Unilocal and try to remember to write reviews whether good or bad, but especially when good… since sometimes we might only want to write about the bad.

Such an incredible deal. $ 16.05 with tax for shampoo, colognes, misters and conditioners AND full use of a dryer with unlimited towels. Knowledgeable and helpful staff. Will definitely be back!

We just moved to the area and are living out of a hotel and I needed to wash my dog! I am so happy to have found the Dog Studio! I had a great experience. The owner/​manager was very nice and helpful. I informed him my dog is a little dog reactive and with out being judgmental he kindly reviewed their leash policy and set me up in the corner tub so we could be out of view of others if needed. The facility was clean and well stocked with supplies and the price for self wash is what seems to be the going rate in the area. Thank you!!!

I am crazy about my dog and because she’s so big, it is hard for me to wash her myself at home. I tried Petsmart for a while, but found them to be overpriced, difficult to work with on my schedule, and kind of aloof when it came to my dog.
The Dog Studio has been a lifesaver because now I have a place where I can take her whenever I have the time. The self wash aspect of the place is amazing. For about $ 15 I can take as little or as long as I need to get her clean. They even provide grooming tools, ear cleaner, a choice of scented shampoos, conditioner… You name it. Basically I can detail my dog for less than half the price of a visit to the Dog Studio.
Elizabeth and Scott are great people, too. You can tell they love dogs and that their customers really mean a lot to them.
I may move out of the area, but as long as I’m in Cincinnati, I will always go out of my way to patronize this shop over the corporate cookie cutter places I’m used to.
Keep up the great work!

Actually deserves 6 stars. I have finally found a place to take my golden retriever to get groomed that Im completely satisfied with. Scott and Elizabeth are friendly, knowledgable on all types of grooming, and the place is very warming. I was a little nervous about the location when I drove by, but never judge a book by it’s cover. Im very happy with my golden’s style and will return without a doubt. This is not your chain like Petsmart where they groom 200 dogs a day and have average cuts. This is owned by Scott and Elizabeth (who actually do the grooming) and they take their time on every dog making sure it meets your needs.
Price Point: Reasonable for the job they do.
They have an awesome self wash station at their location where you can just walk right in and clean your dogs!

Being the new kid in town, I feel like I struck gold when I found the Dog Studio. Elizabeth and her sidekick, Biscuit Jones, are top dog when it comes to grooming. My Oliver is a rescue pup and has anxiety issues, and Elizabeth is the only person I’ve been able to leave him with and come back to see his tail still wagging. She treats your dog like she would treat her own, and always finishes her styles off with a bow or bandana to fit your puppy’s personality. Oliver comes home handsome and happy, and I’ve gained two new friends in the process!

This is the best self serve dog wash we have come across from here to Santa Barbara, CA. Respectful, friendly, and honest people run this business! I highly recommend taking your pet there for either the self serve or professional grooming. I will continue to utilize this business even if I have to drive out of my way to bathe my 8 year old Newfoundland!