Squeaky Clean Dog Grooming

The best dog grooming experience we have had since coming back to NYC. Larissa is so gentle and understanding with dogs, she put our pup right at ease and did a wonderful job grooming her. Talia, our dog, had soooooo much hair and it had gotten matted under her legs, but she came home looking great. It is very clear that Larissa cares about the dogs that are put in her care. She treated Talia as an individual with her own personalities and needs. We could not be happier to have found Squeaky Clean Dog Grooming.

Since I have been dealing with illness, I had to use a mobile groomer for my 2 Shih Tzus. For whatever reason, my dogs did not do well and were actually frightened more and more each time. They became increasing difficult to groom not only by the groomer but by myself as well. I read about Larissa here and reached out to explain my problem. She has really gone above and beyond offering her care in this unique situation. I don’t know ANYONE who would show such kindness to a total stranger. When she is around my dogs her loving demeanor is almost palpable! Taking such good care of my guys is a priceless gift she has given me. Aside from being a proficient groomer she is an exceptional human being.

Let me preface my review by saying this has been the best grooming experience and haircut my dog has ever had.
Larissa, the owner of Squeaky Clean Dog Grooming, is simply the best. I have a very small, very hairy 3.5 year old Pomeranian named Honey Pompom. I am very protective and cautious about who I trust to take care of her. I decided to find a local groomer after seeing negative reviews accumulate on Unilocal in regards to the Long Island Pet Smart I had been bringing my dog to since she was a puppy.
After one visit with Larissa I don’t know how I ever brought Honey Pompom anywhere else. Larissa works out of her lovely, clean apartment in Queens. She took her time on my first visit to get to know Honey Pompom and familiarize herself with her grooming and health history. Larissa is not only skilled at what she does but she has created an environment that is so welcoming and not stressful for the dogs coming in to be groomed that Honey didn’t even notice or get upset when I left her there!
I’m very happy to have found Larissa and Squeaky Clean Dog Grooming. I only hope we can still get appointments with her once other dog owners in the neighborhood catch on.

We want to thank Larissa for grooming our two dogs Seamus & Brodie. She does a great job on both but especially on Seamus the labradoodle whose coat gets matted easily. I know she goes above and beyond because their coats can be quite difficult at times. Larissa is a patient and caring individual who pays very close attention to my dogs and for that i am very lucky we found her in our neighborhood!

My experience getting my dog, Alfredo groomed was so amazing. He is a rescue, and has some issues — getting picked up and handled in particular — so grooming has always been kind of a nightmare. After reading the glowing reviews and how Larissa regularly works with rescues, I was very hopeful. Let me say, the reviews were on point! When I called to make the appointment, I was upfront about his issues so that she would be aware of them, which she appreciated. Larissa was extremely thoughtful in her approach to grooming, and let Alfredo just hang out and get comfortable in the apartment while she went over everything. She asked a ton of questions about his behaviors so that she could be prepared. I was nervous, but he did great! She told me about everything that happened and how he was during each part of the grooming. For a dog that doesn’t like to be handled, she was able to not only wash him and give him a haircut, but also trim his nails and clean his paws — with him relaxed, which was the most important thing to me. After coming here, I can’t imagine going anywhere else! Larissa is the best!

This is my second time bringing my dog Mylo to Larissa and he looks just as wonderful as the first time! Larissa is so sweet and makes Mylo feel so comfortable and does such a great job each time! Glad I found her!

Larissa is the best of the best. She grooms out of her home so my pup is never kenneled and drags me inside when she realizes where we are going. Larissa really cares about everyone’s dogs and puts so much passion and love into her work. I was referred to her originally from someone I volunteer with and found out Larissa has donated many haircuts and nail trims to homeless dogs who need a little help looking spiffy for adopters. She has a heart of gold and I would rather travel for 3 hours from long island (If I ever moved back) then get my dog groomed everywhere else. My first year with her I even commuted from Manhattan but it was worth the trip. She goes above and beyond and you feel more like a friend than a client. My shy and anxious pup comes out of her shell when she sees Larissa or her apartment. Larissa also has no problems like other groomers have had with cutting around the area of my dog’s bad leg (she has 1 unusable leg from before she was rescued from a puppy mill). She also keeps great records of past grooms so she can replicate haircuts or know how much more or less to take off next time. Besides Larissa being generally amazing, her prices are also super reasonable. Nothing not to like though, grooms out of home, amazing and talented groomer, more of a personal experience and most importantly, my dog is happy.

Larissa is really as good as it gets. I wouldn’t take my dog anywhere else — she gets it right every single time (probably because she keeps a record of each cut that she does and how it turns out.) She’s also beyond accommodating of my hectic work schedule. If not for her, Leonard would look like an enormous cloud made of fur.

Larissa is amazing! I brought my wild and crazy puppy to her a few times now and she did a great job each time! She is so sweet and patient and you can tell she really loves dogs! Wouldn’t bring my little guy anywhere else!

I’ve been meaning to write this review for Larissa for awhile now, especially since I’ve already taken my dog JoJo three times to her (March, May, and July). She’s simply fantastic. I had searched long and hard for the appropriate groomer for my Shih Tzu mix because the first time I tried to get him groomed at another place was a complete fail. My dog wouldn’t let the groomer get near him; he didn’t even get a bath. After reading the Unilocal reviews about Squeaky Clean Dog Grooming and Larissa’s patience and kindness, I made an appointment. We spoke at length before JoJo’s appointment, both on the phone and at her home before he got groomed. She did an amazing job; he looked and smelled great. Even more importantly, he was happy and unafraid. She took great care and time to ensure he was comfortable and at ease. I can’t recommend her enough.

Larissa did a wonderful job on my Maltipoo Larry. He’s a 4 month old and this was his first time to be groomed and I’m sure he was a handful, but he came out very handsome and happy. Awesome service as well. We give her 5 paws!

Great service and my American Eskimo looked great afterwards. Very attentive and pay attention to details, would definitely take my pet here again!

I just moved to Astoria and looking for a new groomer. I have a shih tzu and he had the same groomer for 7 years. So i was a bit nervous finding a new one. Larissa did an excellent job! I like that she grooms from her home because i feel like they give more attention rather than the bigger dog grooming places. I gave her Sebastian’s shot records and she asked me many questions s about him… allergies, medical conditions, etc. She listened to what i wanted and he was perfect! Very fluffy and white! She keeps records of the grooming g so if you like it she can always reference. Very happy to have found her. Thanks Larissa!

Larissa is amazing! Very sweet, genuine and friendly, I felt 150% comfortable leaving my little yorkie, Sprinkles, with her (and I don’t trust many people with my dog!) She asked several questions about Sprinkles so that she knew everything about her from issues with her back leg from recent surgery to senior dog issues since my fiancé and I rescued her about a year ago. She took everything into consideration and really cared for her as if it were her own dog. Once grooming was finished I received a call that she was done and ready to be picked up! I walked in to see Sprinkles roaming around as if it were her own home playing with Larissa’s two dogs. She looked AMAZING too, absolutely adorable, her cut was perfect & I can say that thankfully I’ve found our groomer :) Thank you again Larissa!!! Highly recommended!

You can totally trust owner. She is professional, sweet and treat my puppy well. I am very happy to find her as my puppy groomer!

Larissa is the best groomer — she is kind and efficient and genuinely cares about your dog having a pleasant experience. My dog is a rescue and gets nervous — she loves Larissa. Highly recommend.

Writing a review on behalf of my 5 shih tzus. Larissa literally lives right across the street from us and grooms our dogs at her humble abode :) we’ve been to several groomers but Larissa has honestly been the best one. She’s sweet and gentle, and although my dogs may give her a hard time she never fails to lose her patience. My mom adores her too and wouldn’t trust anyone else with our pets. She also offers affordable and reasonable prices. Amazing groomer overall:) –the Celi family

What a gem! Larissa is clearly a dog lover and she takes time with your pet. You have to call to make an appointment, but she was luckily able to fit us in for the weekend. My yorkie-poo’s hair was getting rather unruly, and she took care of him with such ease. He’s now ready for the summer and is looking like a prince!

I am a volunteer adoption coordinator for a rescue out of Oklahoma City. Larissa has been grooming all our rescue dogs that are fostered in the Astoria area. The majority of our dogs are scared, timid and skittish; Larissa works out of her home, she lets her canine clients hang out for a bit until they are more at ease and she only takes one dog at a time so your pet is getting her undivided attention. Larissa is patient, has a very good energy about her. Larissa doesn’t rush when grooming she’d rather take a little longer and make sure that our rescues, and my own two Schnauzers come back relaxed, smelling great, looking amazing and what is MOST important to me, they do not come back traumatized; something I’ve experienced from most local groomers.

I was introduced to the wonderful services of Larissa Baczyk, Certified Pet Groomer, by the animal rescue I volunteer for. I took in a foster who was a mess and they sent Larissa to pick her up for a grooming.
This poor spaniel mix had a rear end that was sopping up urine when she peed and was generally unkempt. Larissa came to my house and Cookie, the foster, was of course terrified being a recent owner surrender.
Larissa was warm and caring in coaxing Cookie out from under the chair where she was hiding and was positively wonderful with her! (The pick-​up was a special case for the rescue)
You know how you can just tell that people are excellent with animals and truly caring souls and LOVES dogs? Larissa is one of those people. Cookie came back to me just a few hours later looking and smelling fresh as a daisy, all perky and happy. Larissa was kind and gentle when meeting my own dog who is a fearful puppy mill survivor and cooed and cuddled her just because she was there.
About two weeks later my own dog needed a grooming very badly, since her poodle ‘fro was getting out of control. Larissa to the rescue! She was an absolute dream with my Gemma. I’m one of those neurotic pet parents who doesn’t trust ANYONE with my dog, especially not the local groomers who basically have the dogs on a human conveyor belt and believe in quantity over quality. Larissa takes one dog at a time and truly shows love and affection for her clients. Her card even says «Free belly rubs and kisses included with every grooming.» Gemma came out looking adorable and fabulous. Larissa made sure to use hypoallergenic bath products as I requested for Gemma’s itchy skin.
Bottom line, this woman loves dogs, she will love your dog and is good at what she does.
You will not find a better groomer who takes more time and caring with your pet, believe me, I’ve tried them all!
Note: Squeaky Clean is by appointment only, no walk ins.