Finishing Touches by Stephanie

Barbara Campbell

2024-04

Dog owners are understandably concerned about finding the best place for daycare.Look no more!Finishing Touches with Stephanie and Sonny is exactly where your dog belongs.Their daycare is professional, clean, and organized — all in a fun and nurturing environment.My mini-Cockapoo races through the door every time we arrive.I think that’s the best review of all.

John Orr

2022-05

Leaving our puppy at daycare with Stephanie and Sonny is the best decision we ever made. We love the small intimate atmosphere, and like that it is a smaller group for our puppy to play with. We had tried to leave him at daycare at other places with many more dogs and could tell that he was not happy.With Stephanie, our puppy had a small group of puppy pals that he plays with everyday and we can see how happy he is when is at home. He is much calmer, well behaved and social-able with other dogs.Stephanie has also groomed our puppy as well, and he always looks like a million bucks! Perfectly groomed, smells good and I can tell that Stephanie gives a lot of focus and attention to making him feel comfortable!We will definitely keep going to Stephanie for years to come!

Kristina York

2022-05

We absolutely love taking our puppy to Stephie and Sonny! They always do a perfect job giving our girl the best hair cut. Our puppy comes home happy every single time! We know she is safe and well taken care of when she is in for her day of beauty. Highly recommend!

Sarah Flores

2023-10

Finishing Touches by Stephanie has earned our complete trust! After doing extensive research online, my partner and I came across the facility because of the many great reviews and it was right down our block. From there, we decided to give this place a try since we wanted our 5-month-old puppy to learn how to socialize with other dogs in the neighborhood in the safest way possible while we are at work.Fast forward 10-months later, we are proud to say that Finishing Touches has greatly exceeded our expectations! The facility is clean, safe, and well-maintained, reflecting their dedication to providing a secure and comfortable environment for our dog. We really do appreciate the attention to detail they put into maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. One other thing we love is the maximum number of dogs allowed per day which creates a more personal touch for our baby and limits the exposure to other dogs who may not be as healthy.Additionally, the regular updates and responsive communication we receive from Stephanie and Sonny throughout the day provides us with a peace of mind. It's heartwarming to see our dog's joy through the photos and messages they share with us, reinforcing our trust in them. Their facility truly does set them apart from all other neighboring dog care facilities.We are so lucky to have found Finishing Touches, and our trust in them is unwavering. Highly recommended!

Judith Mirell

2022-05

Stephanie is a master groomer and is so knowledgeable about the proper way to groom a particular breed of dog. Sonny is so caring with Gracie that as soon as she sees him she can't wait to get inside. I have always been uneasy in the past leaving my dog with other groomers. But I have complete confidence that Gracie will not only be well-taken care of, but she will come out looking great. And she does!

Leilani Herzog

2022-05

Stephanie and Sonny are truly the best! My shy Cavalier King Charles puppy was nervous around other dogs after a few bad experiences; however, with continued playcare romps at Stephanie's, he has truly blossomed! Stephanie took her time to hear about my pup's background, observe his mannerisms and provided feedback to us daily via email and in person. Her pooches are all well trained, well cared for, and calm which has made the transition to daycare and socialization easier for our little guy. On top of that, he gets a personalized walk twice a day, his own water, and high quality treats. It's amazing to watch his transformation - he now pulls us to get to Stephanie's and walks in the door without looking back. Thank you for helping us Stephanie and Sonny!

Arielle Fishman

2023-11

Stephanie and Sonny provide better dog care than we ever could have imagined — they run an amazing small business, and provide so much value, and we feel soooo lucky that we found them.They are incredibly attentive, communicative, organized, and go above and beyond to make sure that each dog in their care is not only safe - but having a fabulous time.Our pug has some separation anxiety and has historically hated daycares but he LOVES going to Stephanie’s and runs right in. He has made many nice doggy friends (he has his favorite pals. Shout out to Benji, Gus, and Chicken Nugget), gets taken on private potty walks every day (no going inside on fake grass/fake fire hydrant), and I receive fun and hilarious email updates letting me know what he has been up to and who in the “pack” he’s been hanging out with.Initially, we felt nervous and even guilty sending our dog to a daycare, but we knew we had to do it to accommodate our work schedules. Now, we think of Stephanie’s daycare as the best possible enrichment for our dog.Finishing Touches is the best of the best and has my highest recommendation. I have full faith that their grooming services are top notch too, even though we have never used them as our dog has a short coat. The dogs in the “salon” seem very calm and content when I see them during drop off.

Lara Holmes

2021-05

Stephanie and Sonny are just wonderful and very caring. My dog is a rescue and Stephanie and Sonny take such good care of him. He always looks spiffy and proud after each grooming. I immediately got at ease with Stephanie because she is very detailed and specific, and clearly knowledgeable about dogs. She has been godsend. She walked me through the paperwork she needed before bringing my dog in, and I appreciate that she won't take non vaccinated dogs or not having the paperwork signed by the vet. She was upfront about cost and that depending on his coat's condition she clearly stated there could be additional charges. She is trustworthy and dependable. And she is the only groomer who actually cleans his teeth! She does a fantastic job. His ears and paw pads have never been cleaner. On his first visit Stephanie told me that something was going on with his pads, that there an unusual smell and she had to clear fungus. I can attest to this because his previous groomers didn't clean them deep enough. When I drop him off she gives me an approximate time frame when to pick him up and calls 30min before he's ready. She's available by phone and email. I highly recommend Stephanie if you want a peace of mind and have your dog look and feel great.Thank you so much Stephanie and Sonny!

Jessica Ariyaratnam

2020-05

Where do I begin! I happen to live across the street but actually first interacted with Stephanie over the phone. A dog walker I had used was seen dragging my poor little frightful pup by a neighbor and immediately alerted me while at work. I'm an ICU RN and couldn't leave work. I was frantic. My mother (who is out of town) actually first reached out to Stephanie and was amazed at her professionalism and willingness to get my puppy in as soon as possible. Before I knew it, I had the application sent to me and I was talking to Stephanie on the phone. She instantly calmed me down and I realized I was at the right daycare. My puppy was extremely anxious (had worms and digestive issues when I first brought her home so her socialization was delayed in those first crucial months). After the first trial day, Stephanie gave me a very thorough evaluation of my pup and gave her a full 4 days to continue to evaluate and then a typed, even more thorough evaluation of what she will need coming up. Long story short, my now 7 month old puppy is one of the MOST playful pups at daycare and has even made some best friends!!! Stephanie has also started grooming her and has her on a schedule to desensitize her to the whole process and she is phenomenal at it. I don't know what I would have done without Stephanie, Sonny and Kevin. My schedule can be erratic and very long hours and I NEVER have to worry about my little girl. AMAZING doesn't even come close to how I would describe this team!! Thank you all!!!

Caroline Ely

2023-11

Parker my pup LOVES doggy daycare here! I can’t walk by without him trying to run inside. Stephanie and Sonny are great at keeping me in the loop, sending pictures throughout the day, and updates at the end of the day. We have been to other daycares around the city and love that here the dogs actually get to do their business outside (2 walks a day). Others just let the dogs go inside and it didn’t help with potty training. Grooming: parker has had some rough haircuts in the past, but can say that every haircut he has gotten from Steph and Sonny’s has been 10/10.

Connor Mitchell

2023-07

Stephie and Sonny are both friendly, professional and overall fantastic! My dog has been going to day care and been groomed by them for over a year. My dog is clearly excited to join them each day, very happy when picked up and looks great after grooming. The team will share updates during each day, especially in the early stages of day care to let you know your dog is happy and doing great at day care. All the updates, including photos and videos, put me at ease to know my dog is happy. They’re the best!

Deno Zachary

2023-05

Great grooming shop on the UES! Stephanie and Sonny are friendly and knowledgeable. Stephanie is very detailed, grooming specifically to the dog breed and shape. We have learned a lot from her. Our dog always looks and smells great. Highly recommend.

Lauren Schaffel

2021-05

We brought our 9 month old mini Goldendoodle Latke to Finishing Touches, and we were so happy with our experience! Latke looks like a princess, this is by far the best haircut she's had. Stephanie was so thorough providing details before, during, and after the grooming, and gave me some very helpful tips and insights for taking care of Latke's coat at home. You can tell Stephanie and Sonny truly value and take great care of all their clients. High recommend them!

Darsey Luellen

2023-05

I cannot say enough good things about Stephanie and Sonny! I have been taking my French Bulldog puppy here and they have taught him (and ME) so much in such a short time! Stephanie truly cares about each and every pup in her facility. I appreciate her and Sonny's patience with my puppy. If you're looking for an awesome daycare, look no further.Bonus points: they even teach your pup tricks! Archie already learned touch & high five! :) and they send lots of pictures and videos!!

Marc Stern

2023-06

Stephanie and Sonny are simply the best. Tremendous knowledge, great grooming, and genuine care for their doggy clients! We have been bringing our dog to them daily for years. Their services aren't inexpensive, but in our minds Stephanie and Sonny are well worth it.

Jenny L.

2023-05

Stephanie and Sonny take absolutely the best care of my little guy! He LOVES coming to daycare everyday and is always wagging his tail when he sees them. Stephanie sends lots of pictures and videos and my pupper is always having the best time in every time. He’s super tired by the end of the day - evidence of a great day! So glad I found Finishing Touches!

Antonia K.

2016-05

I have been taking my 5 month old puppy here regularly for daycare for almost the past month. I cannot say enough positive words about this place. He has the most amazing time! He runs in as soon as we get near the door because he can't wait to play with the other dogs! The play area is always kept very clean and all of the dogs have always been well behaved and playing nicely with each other when I go inside.My pup has also had a few grooming sessions already and looks amazing and smells so clean every time.Stephanie has gone out of her way on many occasions to offer tips and advice on training and other puppy matters. You can tell that she cares so much about animals. It is also obvious that Stephanie and Sonny are very kind and loving with the animals because I'm sure my little guy would not be running in with excitement to the place he gets groomed if they were not gentle and kind. I can also tell that since he started going to daycare here, he is better behaved at home and is eating and sleeping so well.

Kalee Shah

2023-05

We are so glad we found Stephanie and Sonny to take care of our baby Gus. He is a mini dachshund puppy and every bit rambunctious and stubborn as the breed's reputation! We were worried sending him to daycare because we heard that many puppies pick up bad habits. He has been going now for 4 months and we can say that he is probably better behaved because he goes to daycare! The center is small and intimate and the dogs are watched very closely.Gus loves his daycare pack. Whenever we turn the corner he runs to the door excited for the day ahead! He comes home tired, happy, and cuddly. My husband and I love getting emails "from" Gus with photos and videos of all the fun he is having.Highly recommend.

Jamie Giardino

2017-05

We have been bringing our two dogs to Stephanie for well over two years.... She and Sonny are beyond excellent, provide incredible care and genuinely go above and beyond for each dog as if it was their own. I have experienced recently while traveling, Lola had an infection and Stephanie was great. She kept me informed at all times, sent pictures and was extremely attentive to Lolas needs. Both dogs love coming here and it's obvious Stephanie loves having them!! I would definitely say of all the places I have used for daycare/boarding, this is by far the best!!

Andrea Fisher

2022-05

I have been sending my Havapoo to Stephanie and Sonnny for a few months, and I am so impressed with how well they take of him. We wanted to make sure he got enough socialization as a puppy, and with Stephanie's constant updates and advice, we feel that our dog is always in excellent hands. I definitely recommend Stephanie to anyone looking for a day care because she is experienced, caring, and always attentive to my dog's needs.

Samara Nelson

2022-05

This is THE place to take your pup to for daycare. Benson has only been going for about two months, but you'd think he was going for years! He RUNS down the street to daycare and as soon as he's let in he doesn't look back. Stephanie, Sonny & the whole team have been amazing to work with - sharing updates on him during the day via email, video & pictures. He was a bit anxious at first, but quickly adapted thanks to the team at Finishing Touches. I wish I had started taking him sooner, but am so glad he's made friends with the other dogs and enjoys being away during the day. If you are in the area and have a dog, I highly recommend taking them here!

Edward Olanow

2016-05

What can be said that hasn't already been said? Simply put, Finishing Touches is a life saver. Without any doubt, Stephanie and Sonny are amazing people. They were recommended to us by an acquaintance in our building. First, the daycare facility is meticulously kept, very clean and well organized. Second, dog walks are included in the monthly packages to ensure that your pet is well exercised during the day. For my part, this was really important for my puppy since I didn't want her playing for 2 minutes and then napping the entire day. BUT, the singular distinguishing characteristic is how much they care about the dogs. They are critical about which dogs will well integrate with the others. Stephanie goes out of her way to always answer my concerns when my little pup is under the weather and to give great pointers in her obedience training. What it really boils down to is the high level of trust that everyone at Finishing Touches imparts on the owners and the dogs. It makes being away from them actually feel like a treat...like the dogs are in camp. So, if your little loved one does pass their muster, there is no better place in the city for daycare and grooming.

Maressa Criscito

2019-05

Absolutely wonderful experience at Finishing Touches! We started bringing our 6 month old puppy here after interviewing and visiting several other doggy day cares in the area. Finishing Touches was clean and it was clear from day one that Stephanie and Sonny care about their dogs as if they are their own! We loved that only a limited number of dogs were allowed per day to prevent over crowding! Also the fact that 2 walks are included in the daily sessions was incredible (!!!), especially for a puppy being potty trained. My husband and I also love our daily emails with photos and videos of our puppy, which truly brightens up our work day to see our puppy having the best time. Our puppy loves coming to Finishing Touches and sprints for their store whenever we turn onto their block! So grateful for their services and care for our dog! Thank you Sonny and Stephanie!

Abigail Klem

2021-05

I was recommended to Stephanie by my vet who told me that Stephanie was one of the few groomers to whom the dogs don’t mind going. It was the best recommendation that I have received for my one year old Coton! Not only did Stephanie do an excellent job grooming my puppy Posie, but we liked her so much that we started to bring Posie there 3 times per week for doggie daycare. It is a small facility but Stephanie and her colleague Sonny are so wonderful with the dogs. They are hands on and caring and also have helped tremendously with Posie’s training. I am so grateful to Stephanie for taking such good care of Posie and caring for her as if she were her own puppy!

Jayna Nelson

2023-05

I am so grateful to have my Teddy at Finishing Touches by Stephanie for day care. Not only can Teddy not get there fast enough but he gets so excited to see Stephie, Sonny and all his furry friends. Every day I hear about a new friend Teddy has made and it makes me so happy knowing I have somewhere clean, safe and FUN to bring him. Teddy immediately made this his little home away from home and loves to hang out with a small group of dogs during the day. Plus he comes home exhausted and ready for a snooze. If you are looking for somewhere from your furry friend, I can’t recommend this place enough!

Kelsey Karsten

2020-05

I am so thankful for the attentive care my puppy receives at Finishing Touches by Stephanie! He has been attending PlayCare for a few months and it has been a fantastic experience. He was also recently groomed for the first time and I was thrilled with the results. Stephanie and Sonny are truly wonderful people. I would encourage any doggie parent to consider their services!

Robert Freeman

2021-05

Stephie and Sonny are amazing attentive groomers offering a variety of services. I entrusted the pup with their care and despite terriers being notorious for disliking spa days, the pup did not want to leave. All communication was prompt, thorough and professional. I am lucky that the Salon is nearby as I wouldn't take the pup anywhere else.

Ellen Rosenthal

2019-05

When I moved back to NY I needed to find a place where I could leave my two dogs and know that they would be well taken care of.I went to seven places and the only option was one - Finishing Touches By Stephanie.Stephanie and Sonny were and are a a God send. They take outstanding care of my dogs.Stephanie stays on top of their vet needs and reminds me when I need to take them.I have been boarding with Stephanie for over three years.Sadly, I lost my little Yorkie who was 15 years and 10 months old. He had cancer and the vet I went to in FL told me he was not in good shape.I took my little Joey to a vet that Stephanie recommended. Joey still had over 3 years and was fine up to the very end. Stephanie takes care of my dogs with love and caring.Whatever she says goes. She was very strict with me when it came to my dogs meds and diet.Since I travel so much, Stephanie will send me texts with their photos and videos.Losing Joey was more than heart breaking.I was shredded and I was ridden with anxiety attacks. Stephanie listened to me and put everything into perspective. I still have my littleChiuaua and she loves going to Stephanie’s.As soon as she hears the Word Stephanie sheRuns around in circles and gets so excited thatIt is a challenge to get her harness on.I would never leave my dog with anyone besides Stephanie. Not even my friends.I Bless her every time I pick up my dog.Everything at Stephanie’s is immaculate and the same dogs are always there for day care and boarding. I am a Loyal Patron and Friend.I have done the work for you. Only leave your dog with Stephanie. Her grooming skills are outstanding as well.

Jean H

2015-05

My dog has been going to Finishing Touches for 2 years. Originally he went only for grooming, but since July he has been going to daycare twice a week. Stephanie has done a fantastic job of grooming him since day one, but the real added bonus has been the daycare. Sammy has gone from reluctantly entering the shop to bounding in, excited for his day of play. The change in his demeanor is evident in everything, including his encounters with large dogs on the street - a problem in the past. After a day with Stephanie and Sonny, he always returns home with a huge smile on his face!

Leslie Reed

2015-05

Stephanie is absolutely wonderful - caring & professional. She took the time to walk me through what she was going to do with my Pekingese and put my mind at ease about leaving my baby with her. My dog has never had a better grooming, and I've tried several locations in the city. A couple weeks later, and it is growing out so nicely. The best part is that she recommended we drop in sometimes on our walks so that she can give my dog a treat and make him feel more comfortable for the next time he goes back. Now we can't walk by without him wanting to run in and say hi! I'm so happy to have a found a groomer that cares as much about the well being of my dog as I do. Also, her pricing is equal to if not less than everywhere else I've tried which is great considering the amount of personalized care she gives.