Dog Valley Daycare & Grooming

Elisavet Geranios

2024-03

Dog Valley has been nothing but wonderful for my boy, Axel. He was welcomed by the friendly staff and it quickly became one of his favorite places! I could not recommend this place more, the staff is so caring and friendly, the dogs always leave happy. 5/5 ! Thank you for playing with Axel during his time in State College! 🖤

Betsy Larcom

2020-05

Chelsie does the absolute best dog on our Golden Retriever/Miniature poodle/Bichon mix. He doesn’t shed, but I can’t imagine the grooming nightmare he must be. Simply brushing him is a workout!My dog, Indiana, always comes back looking fantastic. Every. Single. Time. We get him clipped quite close except for his tail and ears and a bit longer around his face and Dog Valley Grooming is the only place we’ve tried that doesn’t (to put it bluntly) make him look stupid. He is just as adorable coming out with a fresh new cut than he is going in with his fluffy, dense, curly coat.The large chain pet store had him looking really dumb with his body shaved down to the skin (he looked pink and had nicks) because he was “matted” and his head shaped so he came out looking like a weird and terrified chicken/schnauzer combination. We thought that maybe they were having a bad day and have them another shot but asked for a different groomer. This time they had shaved down the base of his tail half way up because he was “matted” and though they at least didn’t shave him down to skin- he now had a very poofy head and some nicks. He now will tremble and whine if we ever go near that store.Dog valley grooming has never once said he was matted (we brush him regularly with a special $60 “German Engineered” brush- which really does work- it’s a miracle anything can get through his coat), though I can still imagine he must be a pain to groom with his very dense, thick curls. They’ve never taken the “easy way” out and shave him down to skin. He’s also never received any cuts or nicks and is quite happy to go get groomed! (This fella doesn’t even like baths). Their prices are similar to the store that won’t be named.As a doodle owner, I’d love to keep his coat long like you see in all the pictures, but because he is a “mutt” and we like being active outside- he will never have “long wavy locks.” Dog Valley lets him be just as cute as all the other doodles with long fur, but rocking his own style that is much easier for me to maintain (and get a tick comb through in summer).I would highly recommend anyone with a dog that is “difficult to groom without having them look stupid or bald,” check out Dog Valley Grooming. I’m sure there are other great groomers in the area, but since I only have experience with two- I’m sticking with Dog Valley.

Jennifer Kowalkowski

2024-02

We live DVDC!! My pup runs in, tail wagging and comes home tired and smiling every time. The staff genuinely care about the dogs - it’s very comforting!

Melissa Wisehaupt

2023-05

Our mini Golden doodle goes to Dog Valley every Wednesday. When I drop her off, it feels like the days of dropping my kids off at preschool. As the weeks go by, Kaiya has become much more comfortable with the Dog Valley staff and she happily goes down the hallway each day to join her friends. Spending the day at daycare gives Kaiya lots of healthy exercise and her nine year old Golden Retriever brother at home gets a needed break from his puppy sibling. Thank you Dog Valley.

Paige Valentik

2023-05

Our dog did well with grooming until recently. He became anxious and aggressive at his last appointment. The groomers welcomed us back to try again and worked with him to the point that they were able to groom him! They are wonderful. They were so patient and understanding. We are so grateful for Dog Valley Grooming after bad previous experiences at other groomers. Would highly recommend this place!

Theresa Ritzman

2022-05

I can’t believe I haven’t written a review for Dog Valley yet! I’ve been taking my dog there for almost 4 years for daycare. Nancy and her staff are awesome. My dog loves going there and spending the day, he gets a nap time and I am able to bring him food to eat for lunch. They post pictures on their Facebook everyday so you are always updated. I highly recommend taking your dog there!!

tim austin

2023-06

Super nice and patient staff. Took my rescue dog, who doesn't trust many people, for nail trimming and the staff were first rate! They were gentle and got him to relax, and they did a great job at a reasonable price. Highly recommend.

Geneen Burris

2023-05

I can't say enough wonderful things about Dog Valley Daycare! We entrust them with our pup and she LOVES the days she knows she's going there. The staff are so friendly and really listen to the owners and the needs of the pups. They also post tons of "day in the life" pictures on their social media page of the pups, which I love to view. If you are looking for a safe, loving place to bring your dog, this is it!

Frankie Grandas

2021-05

They have consistently given our dogs great hair cuts. They were great with our puppy for her first grooming appointment.

Meagan Williamson

2019-05

Had a great experience my first time here getting my husky groomed. Took about 2 hours and she was so soft, for nails clipped, ears cleaned and very well priced.

Anna Peterson

2023-05

Our Penny absolutely adores going to daycare here. She looks forward to going on daycare days—to the point of nagging us incessantly until we take her in. And she comes home happy and exhausted. She’s pretty high energy (a young blue heeler mix) but we find that she’s stays pretty chill even a day or two after playing there. It’s a great place to give your dog some socialization time!

Catherine Diercks

2021-05

Our goldendoodle puppy, Shade, loves DVDC! We started bringing him when he was old enough to join for half days. Pick-up and drop-off processes are easy and the staff are all very friendly and recognized Shade from early on. The staff even worked with us to identify a group of friends (i.e., day of the week) that Shade would be happiest with. He is happy, exhausted, and well-behaved upon returning home! We also love the van transport option now that Shade is old enough to go for full days. This makes it much easier for me to continue working from home with little interruption - and Shade happily jumps inside. Thank you, DVDC!

Amanda Witherite

2023-05

Been there three times with my GSD. This last time they "did their best" and butchered my dog's coat. I understand he had some burs and matting due to him loving to be outside. But it looks like a two year old groomed him. I can only pray his coat comes back, as the breeder and another groomer were shocked and told me his coat is most likely ruined.

Douglas “O.G. Old Guy” Tressler

2023-10

They are really good with our Taner Yorkie. He doesn't mind getting groomed and I don't mind taking him here !!!! I gave a 4 because nobody is perfect and I have always done it this way !!! 4 1/2 is really what they deserve !!!

Julie B

2021-05

We've really enjoyed having our pup come here for daycare (we have not used the grooming service). They've been relatively flexible with our changing schedules. Our pup consistently comes home tired and we LOVE seeing all the pictures they post of the playgroups almost daily. The girls are also so nice, they seem to remember everyone, they have a tendency to go out of their way to say hello and have a small-town, know everyone vibe!

Bryna Torre

2023-05

Extremely disappointed to have my grooming appointment cancelled the week before. I have a very strict work schedule and had made this appointment long in advance for a rare weekday off. Now, with this short notice cancellation, I am unable to find a groomer to accommodate my dog on this date and many are booked out further than I’d like. Very disappointing and a poor first impression for what would have been a new client. Will not be booking again with this business.

Justin Marin

2023-05

We have been using dog valley for over a year now and they have been so helpful watching our dog for daycare. We know that he is well taken care of and spoiled just like he is at home. We can’t thank them enough for what they’ve done for us this past year.

Cameron Casasanta

2020-05

Absolutely wonderful with my dog. She doesn’t particularly love being groomed and consequently doesn’t always do well. The groomers at Dog Valley are so dog oriented that she did well and may even begin to like grooming. Their customer service is incredible. I highly recommend Dog Valley Grooming!

Brynna Smitchko

2021-05

Love taking my dogs here. Very thorough and my golden always looks great when she comes home

Jacob Reddington

2021-05

Prince had his first appointment with Angel early March 2021. Being a puppy learning the rules, Angel and her staff were very patient and loving with him from the moment he arrived to his departure. Adorable puppy treatment and cleaning. She gave sound advice to prepare him for future grooming, in addition to seeing him both short notice,and understanding/willing to work him into their busy schedule when he arrived an hour late due to car trouble. Easily 5 stars!

Lori Musser

2024-03

Dani did a great job. Good attitude and great customer service.

maria gonzales

2022-05

We have a husky that sheds a ton! After calling several other groomers around town with no answer or availablity I finally got an appointment at Dog Valley. They did such a wonderful job, will definitely be coming back. The staff really is awesome!

Beth Grieb

2018-05

I have taken my dog to Dog Valley Daycare for over a year. Before I decided on Dog Valley Daycare I went to check several other day cares in this area. Dog Valley was by far the cleanest and most professional. The staff is great, they are very knowledgeable and take into consideration any special requests you might have. My dog gets so excited when we pull up to the door. I highly recommend Dog Valley Day Care.🐶🐶🐶🐶

sarah orfanoudakis

2023-11

Dani is awesome! Best groomer in town by far. Would highly recommend her!

Kim Barnett

2022-05

Ive had my dog to Petco a few times. Was never happy when I left. Took my dog to Dog Valley and I am very pleased with the gentle care they gave my old dog. His haircut looks great. Thank you

Rachel Nill

2022-05

Best groomer around!!! Friendly, caring, and professional. Would not trust my dog anywhere else. Definitely take your dog here. Also help community members in need. Great place.

Nadine Wendt

2020-05

The handlers are very considerate in giving my dog a chance to adjust and they treat her like she is one of their own. They also provide communication as needed for letting me know how my dog is doing.

JD Hiser

2018-05

Super friendly staff. Attentive to the dogs and their owners. Great location (for me, anyways). Clean facility, built in grooming is very convenient. Highly recommended.

Toni Vollano

2023-05

This is a wonderful place to bring your dog! Our dog loves it there and the staff is always friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

Jancy Lynn

2021-05

They have reasonable prices and my dogs haircut turned out great! They trimmed her nails and make her coat super soft!