Central Park Pet Spa

I’ve used several groomers throughout my dog Sadie’s life here in NYC and this is hands down the best and most professional. Judy and her staff are extremely attentive and careful with my Maltese and her cuts are always beautiful and detailed. I know Sadie is well taken care of when I drop her off. It’s worth every cent for the service and peace of mind. I can highly recommend this business.

My 10 lb shihtzu Maltese had the best grooming of her life here. Never received so many compliments. When I dropped her off there were lots of little dogs running around but there were also large kennels for the new dogs to sit in while waiting for their groom, which I liked, because I didn’t want my dog running around with the other dogs. I can’t wait to take my dog back there for another grooming.

I have been bringing my Shih Tzu Pulgas for about 4 years now. They do an amazing job at grooming her according to my requests and she smells really nice for days… The other groomers I previously tried, would never leave her as cute and she would quickly loose the shampoo smell and it would usually be the same price as here. Central Park Pet Spa really delivers, even though they can take a long time to have her ready I dont mind the wait because I know she’ll come out looking perfect!!! Definitely recommend this place!

Fantastic groomers. Judy is wonderful. I am extremely protective of my dog and feel completely at ease when dropping my dog off to get groomed here. They really seem to care about the dogs. Highly recommend.

Excellent Service, this place has become a second home to my dog,

I have been having my shih tzus groomed there for the past 10 years and they are «the only game in town» as far as I am concerned! I now live in the Hudson Valley 100 miles North of NYC and make the two hour trip to the spa. The kids love it – they take such good care and they come out gorgeous and smelling like roses every time! Bravo!

THE BEST!!! Reda is extremely talented and my Yorkie came out of his salon with a dog-​show quality haircut! My Pebbles has floor-​length hair and it takes a lot of care, but it’s been extremely hard to find a stylist who understands the breed and the specifics of her hair type. Until we met Reda, that is! Her haircut was botched a year ago, and we’ve been growing out the disaster ever since. The fact that it took him one glance to tell me what was wrong with that cut and how Yorkies have different coat thickness at different places on their body, which should be addressed differently (the first to ever say that!), how the hair on her face should have never been touched and how of course the ears should be tipped was like someone reading my mind. I mentioned how I needed some of the length off but I still wanted some hair to cover her legs (I hate the straight line cut leaving her legs sticking out and looking like little twigs), and all he said was «trust me», and I did! She’s had good haircuts before, no doubt, but OMG — this time she came out looking like she was ready for Best in Show (and acting the part too:) Incredible! Haircut was tailored not only to her breed but to her specific features, and that’s unmatched! Her coat is as shiny as it’s ever been and even people who see her every day can’t stop complimenting how beautiful she looks — every day! Highly, highly recommended!

The best of the best! Reda is a natural dog whisperer. He handles your beloved as if it was his own. He uses the best natural products and takes the time to do the best grooming I have ever seen. Central Park Pet Spa– beautiful experience for my «Sweethart». She has very sensitive skin and he healed her by reconditioning her coat. Reda is extremely kind & treats my dog only with kindness, a beautiful person! The day spa is also just too cute!

I can’t say enough good things about Central Park Pet Spa! I have been bringing my Shih Tzu Charlie here for the past 5+ years and have never been disappointed with the service. The facilities are always clean and I like that you can see back into the grooming area from the front desk.
Reda does an incredible job grooming and Judy does amazing work bathing and handling the dogs. I am always happy to see her when I drop Charlie off. In the last year I have moved away from the area but continue to bring my dog uptown as I trust the team with my dog and he loves going and hanging in daycare.
Highly recommend!

I got Rosie when she was 4 months old. She is a gorgeous very long haired rescue. She is now 4+ years old and I have been taking her to Central Park Pet spa since her very first haircut. I have had many dogs and I would never take her to anyone but Reda for a haircut. When she comes out of there she looks amazing. Reda is an extremely skilled groomer with extensive knowledge about dogs. And they are so good to her … She is in love with both Reda and Judy, and looks forward to every visit. She is so happy to see them she goes crazy when we meet them on the street Everyone I recommend loves them too.

Highly recommend. The receptionist was prompt, caring and courteous.
The groomer did an exquisite job on my Scottish Terrier.
I will be back.

Reda is by far the BEST groomer ever. I have never seen anyone groom with such prevision. He has great skill with b the dogs. He even has an amazing video on YouTube. I HIGHLY recommend him to everyone I come across.

Careless and poor service. My dog ‘s got injured seriously during grooming and their response was so rude and irresponsible. Terrible experience. I’m not recommend this place!

I went into this place as well to get a quote for my soon to be 9 week old chocolate Cocker Spaniel.
Upon entering the door the owner/​groomer guy at the frontdesk looked at me as if I’d made a mistake by walking into his business with a slow apprehensive «hello?, may I help you with something?» now stop! If I’m walking into a dog groomer, I’m coming in to inquire or to pick up a dog. Not having a dog here already you should assume that I’m coming to learn more about your business, not question me with condescending tone.
I asked him how much for a traditional cocker cut and he gave me an absurd price in the ballpark of $ 130! And then followed with the question, «can you afford that?»
I would not reccommend supporting this LOSER’S business. Do your research and stay away from this place!

My Siberian Husky always requires a very thorough grooming as the warm weather approaches (which is a bit later than usual this year!). In addition, he recently had surgery and has uneven spots (previously shaved) where his coat is still filling-​in. Kevin groomed him, and it was the best grooming my dog (8 yrs. old) has ever received. Honestly, he got him so clean and got all the old undercoat off, nails trimmed, etc. that my «senior» looks like a puppy again. The reason I gave «five Stars» (a first ever for me) is that my dog was very anxious when we arrived and very calm and happy when I came to pick him up. Kevin is strong and gentle and excellent at grooming. In addition, the owners take a lot of pride in their business and seem to really enjoy making dogs clean and beautiful.

Over priced. My dog is super friendly, and is usually super happy leaving and coming from a grooming. She did not seem her normal happy self. They seem more comfortable with small dogs. Additionally, they have a difficult time accommodating your dog if your dog does not want dogs running all around. Its awkward. especially if you have a dog that likes some dogs and not others. The time to figure out who will work well with others is not want i want to worry about when i just want m dog groomed and bathed. There generally are dogs all over the front area.

We took our two dogs to this groomer last week for the first time, as we found it was closer to our apartment than the groomer we had used in the past and the reviews were okay.
Getting an appointment was easy enough, and the place seemed decently clean/​friendly staff. However, when we picked up our dogs, the cuts were just so-​so. They shaved our Maltese in a few places really close to his skin so the cut looks uneven. A few hours after getting home when I was playing with him, I noticed a cut really close to his eye! Clearly someone got way too close to his eyes and made a mistake. I can’t imagine how traumatizing that was for him. Then, this morning, he woke up and has a ton of discharge from one eye and what appears to be an eye infection.
All in all, this place is less expensive and more convenient than other groomers in the area — but we will NOT be returning. They injured our pet and didn’t even say anything to us about it — and I don’t think its a coincidence that he has an infection within a couple of days of being groomed here. Very disappointed.

If you go here, make certain you specifically and repeatedly ask for the groomer you want. And even then, know that it might not turn out that way. The cuts are expensive, $ 95, with add-​ons like teeth cleaning an extra $ 10, and of course there’s tipping on top. I just had my two Shih Tzu done there, and the bill all in was $ 240. I’m really disappointed. The only reason why I’m not giving just one star is because I know the actual owner, Reda, is a rockstar with the scissors and his cuts are works of art. But despite making an appointment asking for Reda, dropping the dog off and consulting with Reda, and paying Reda’s fee, my dogs were cut by an apprentice of Reda’s– and it shows. There is nothing artful at all about the cuts, very utilitarian, no better than I could have gotten at any chain pet groomers. An expensive disappointment.

Central Park Pet Spa is run by Reda, a certified master groomer who has been in this business for a long time. Mediocre pet groomers are a dime a dozen in the city because most grooming salons are run as a volume business, but the truly superb master groomers are hard to find. Reda is the best I have ever personally worked with, because he truly cares about the animals and takes such personal pride in his handiwork.
When I first got a Maltese puppy, I tried every reputable groomer in Chelsea and the Upper West Side, and on that range of experience I decided Reda is the only person to whom I bring my dog for regular grooming. There is no one else who combines his precise and expert grooming skills, keen aesthetic sense, years of experience working with difficult dogs (and demanding human clients) in New York City, and gentle manner with animals.
Reda and his team hand-​shears my dog for a puppy cut, whereas most other places would opt for the quicker but sloppier electric clipper, and the difference is huge — the hair lies smoother, doesn’t frizz, and stays that way for much longer. In addition, Central Park Pet Spa is impeccably clean, spacious, well-​lit, and equipped with the best professional grooming equipment and tools. (I think they have that special washing tub that rinses the animal’s fur with water currents, like a jacuzzi; in any event, I can never get my dog as snowy-​white as when he goes to Reda’s.)
I like there is transparency into the grooming station in the back, and the assistant Judy is amazing at giving baths and nail trims to even the most finicky dogs. (Judy and Reda make a great team.)
*UPDATE ¹²⁄₂₀₁₂: Just wanted to check in here: After 3 years of taking my dog to Reda, I still feel so proud when my dog goes into Reda’s for a trim and emerges looking so snowy, well-​trimmed, and beautiful. Everybody comments on him for days after. If dogs could blush, he would.
To be honest, I have no idea why there are a couple of recent negative reviews on Unilocal,but I do think some dog owners in NYC are impossible to please. Having been to many different grooming salons, I’ve observed it’s the pickiest people who choose the nicer-​looking establishments, and that’s means there is built-​in selection bias. At any rate, I have had nothing but perfect experiences, every single time I have taken my dog to Reda’s over 3 years.

I live in the neighborhood so i decided to walk in to make an appointment for my puppy’s first dog grooming. Upon coming into the business, and inquirng about an appointment the owner (i believe) tried to beckon my dog to him with a treat. She didn’t go to him and appeared shy and a bit weary of him. This is odd since my dog LOVES and jumps to all people (except people i know that are dirtbags).
When the owner say her expression, he turned to me asked, «What’s wrong with her?» NOw i’m sure you’re with me all you other dog lovers, but if some scumbag asks whats wrong with your dog, you’d get kind of offended. He seemed to imply that she was traumatized and he recomended that she «needed work in the socialization area.»
Ewww. Is that what people said to your mom about you?
Needless to say, i didn’t go back and decided to give money to a business that wanted my dog there. See my CoCo and Toto review.
P.S Now i know there are a lot of other dogs in the area that go here but i just find it so gosh darn pretensious with its gray, cold marbled tile. We love our dogs, but seriously.