Ak-Sar-Ben Grooming Salon

My family and I are so glad we chose to bring our pup to Aksarben. The staff, in particular Diane, did a wonderful job giving our Kona a summer cut and bath. All under two hours too! The staff members are incredibly friendly and accommodating. Scheduling is a snap and the prices are unbeatable ($ 43 plus gratuity for cut, bath, clipping, bows, etc.). I highly recommend Aksarben for anyone looking for an affordable, reliable, and overall outstanding dog groomer.

Took my timid and uncooperative long-​haired cat here. The experienced groomers knew just how to take care of my Nicki. She came out as a short-​haired cat with a little fluff on the end of her tail (like a lion has). I won’t have to worry about hairballs or tangles for the summer.

What a great place to take your Doggie for some grooming. Great people-​you can tell they love animals! Take my dog here for shampoo and dry, they always give him a little bandana, it’s included in price. Also have a selection of doggie clothes, toys, food, travel crates and a variety of other accessories. Also usually have a sale bin with $ 2.00 or some other low price specials.

Our family, has been having Kathy and her staff art Ak-​Sar-​Ben groom our dogs for over 10 years. That’s 70 in dog years! During that time we have had 3 dogs, one of which that has since died, and 2 that are still going strong (a 14 year old shepherd mix, Bert, and a 4 year old Bernese Mountain dog, Lulu). We have always been extremely satisfied with the care that our dogs receive, the cleanliness of the facility and the professionalism of the staff. I appreciate the fact that they know how to groom different dogs and that they tailor there cut, bath and care depending on what breed they are working with. Our pets always come home safe, happy and beautiful.
Kathy is always willing to cater to any special need that a pet might have. For instance when Lulu had knee surgery, Kathy happily had Lulu come through the back door so that she would not slip around on the floor on her unstable leg by coming through the front. Her staff is always helpful when it comes to getting both of my dogs into and out of my SUV (Lulu is 90 pounds and Bert is just old and can no longer jump).
I have recommended AK-​Sar-​Ben to many friends and family members and all of them are extremely happy with the care and consideration that Kathy and her staff give to each individual pet.
Thanks Kathy, it’s been a great 70+ years!

My family and I love Kathy! She has taken care of our last 3 dogs so we feel as though she is family. She is one of the nicest groomers that I have ever met, and I truly appreciate how she handles my dog, Bailey (Bailey has trust issues because of abuse before a rescue saved her).
Aksarben is located in a quiet shopping center, and owned by Kathy and her husband. They are always very accommodating and efficient. Typically, it takes about an hour or 2 for a bath and haircut. Bailey always comes home with a great cut and smelling so good. Not to mention they always add bows or bandanas as a finishing touch.
If you need an amazing groomer then bring your dog here, they really care about everyone who walks through the door and they do great work!

Have been using AK-​SAR-​BEN for many years. They are great. Star is always done on time and looks great. I appreciate all their hard work to keep my dog healthy and clean. Thanks to Harold, Kathy, Kristina and everyone who works so hard for our pets.
Charlene

GREAT PLACE. The owners Cathy and Harold are very friendly. The place is really clean. They did a great job on my dog. I am very meticulous when it come to my dog. She is part of our family.
They have very competitive prices. They were recommended to me by a co-​worker.
I’m totally satified with the grooming that was done there.
They will have my business from now on.
I would give them a 5 star rating.
Thanks
Larry Holloway N. Long Beach ca.

I have a toy poodle that needs to be groomed regularly. I have never found a groomer that took the time of grooming him without just shaving him. AK-​Sar-​Ben Grooming did an amazing job in grooming him. I cannot express how much I am grateful to finally have found a groomer that had consideration in how I wanted my dog to be cared for. If you want a groomer that really takes the time and care for your pet go to AK-​Sar-​Ben Grooming!

I continue to love this place — and I am picky when it comes to my arthritic 15 year old lab mix! I bring her in every 4 weeks, and am so pleased every time.
Kathy is awesome, as well as all of the groomers. They take their time with my old girl and have offered several times to put her in the car for me.
Sadie is happy when we go there, so that tells you something!
They have an area to donate goods to the animal shelter, which I love… and…on Wednesdays, they close early to go groom the dogs at the L.A. shelter! The adoption rate at that particular shelter has increased since Aksarben has been grooming the dogs to help with adoption. I think that is awesome!
What I love about this place is that they are all about putting the animals first. Kathy has given me great advice whenever I need it, be it nutrition, behavior, dog sitting… any question I ask, she has the answer due to her experience. If she doesn’t know, she will find out!

So glad I found this place. I have a bicolored flame point Persian Himalayan who requires serious grooming. I made the mistake of taking her to Petco before I found this place and they made her look awful and charged $ 25.00 more than Ak-​Sar-​Ben. The lady who grooms works hard and does it quick, she was ready in about three hours and they were really busy. They gave her a bath, trimmed her nails, cleaned her face, combed her out, put perfume on her, and put cute halloween bow ties on her ears which don’t even bother her at all. She’s never looked so cute and it was all only $ 40.00. I didn’t know they didn’t take credit cards and the kind lady did not want me to have to spend money in fees pulling out of a nearby atm so she told me to just come back and pay them when i could and let me go with my cat! WOW! I paid her back with generous tip and I will be returning A++++

They are wonderful here. My golden retriever never looked or smelled soooo good.

I keep going back to this place because they were cheap. I started out paying $ 20. After a few months the rate increased to $ 25. Today I paid $ 30! Then the woman had the nerve to state, my rates havent increased! She starts questioning –hounding me, Whats the last name? Whats the last name? –looking for an index card that has my info. Once she finds it. She says, well January the rates changed.
I am really surprise how she talks to a customer. Its like she doesnt realize that I am paying her fees. I am bringing my dog in. And she should show some professionalism.
They seem to be good to the dog. He is clean and at least this time isnt dusty. Surprise. Surprise. I really need to find a better place to take my dog!

Just picked up my two dog, bluetick beagle and a rott-​jack rus mix.(the rott was a mess)
Kathy did a phenomal, wonderful and beautiful work. The shop was clean and Harold was great. I have never been to a dog salon that the owners where friendly and caring. The prices are great! My dogs (3) will now be frequent customers. Love the salon, Love Kathy and Harold!!!

I have been going to Ak-​Sar-​Ben Grooming Salon for well over 10 years. I would not entrust my furry kids with anyone but Kathy and her team. The service has ALWAYS been top notch and when I take the dogs in to be bathed they walk right in and go directly for the cage to wait their turn to be pampered. If they were abused or not treated properly I can guarantee you that they would not react in this manner. I have English Bulldogs and if you know anything about this breed they require a special type of handling. The shop is in an older strip mall in Cypress — directly across the street from Forest Lawn. it’s nothing fancy but it’s clean and free from any doggie odor. The price is right compared to many other groomers. I trust Kathy and Harold and would encourage anyone reading this review to patron their shop.

Bad service. Took my dog here as it was close and they told me how long it would take, they were late with my dog and I got a phone call saying they had cut her ear and giving me some weak excuse on how it happened. My dogs ear was dripping with blood and covered in groomers glue even though they told me it wasn’t dripping. Did not stop drip bleeding until the following afternoon and still till right now. As my dog was their last appointment I can only assume they were rushing and careless with her. Had to try very hard to stay calm but would never take her there again and would seriously suggest people think twice before handing over your dogs here

I was referred here by my neighbor who loves this place. They do a decent job but it’s not very clean in the store part and they are a little pricey.

Been going here for over 10 years. I am not sure why some people think they are expensive. I dont understand what one would consider cheap either. Some services are extra, like if your dog sheds a lot you can request them to use the conditioner and furminator brush. As for the nail trimming, most dogs do not like to have their nails cut. Nail cutters usually have a safety on them so they dont cut into the quick. But sometimes its so hard to get the dog to stay still to do a perfect job. I’ve never had a problem with my dogs nails being cut by Kathy and team
I never felt like I ever paid to much. If your a repeat customer and a frequent flyer she will give you a fair price. In fact Kathy is the only groomer I let touch my two dogs. I am confident that once I call her I am able to get in quickly and drop off my babies when the doors open and go back by noon to have two squeeky clean doogies with ribbons or bandanas.
Like I said her price is decent. Not sure what the complainers want to pay but to be there about 3 hours for a $ 35.00 grooming is a fair price. Thats basically minimum wage for 3 hours of service. I once paid a hair stylist $ 1.00 a minute and $ 5.00 an ounce to color my hair. Now THATS expensive!

Ak-​Sar-​Ben has been grooming our dogs for more than 15 years, our daughter uses them and our next-​door neighbors went there for years before we did. We find that they are very reasonable in their prices, and our dog is usually ready in 3 hours or less. Kathy obviously loves dogs and is very gentle with them.
Myeka complained about the price and the trim her dog received. Kathy does charge more if the dog is matted or has dried feces on the rear. It was an estimate, without having seen the dog. Most places would have charged her more than $ 45.
Sometimes it is necessary to shave off more fur than the owner desires, due to matted fur. My dog sometimes gets her face hair matted, and has to have her face shaved. She’s a Bichon-​Poodle and looks best when trimmed like a Bichon, but I understand when they do have to shave her face. I would rather have her face shaved than have them try to comb out matted fur, which would be very painful.

When I called for an estimate they said it was going to be 35 – 40 $. Then it changed
To $ 45. I specifically gave a picture on how I wanted my dog (yorkiepoo) to look like. When I picked up my dog they shaved his body which wasn’t the problem, they shaved his whole face! My dog looks nothing like the picture. Do not go here! It looks like they didn’t even try and just tried to make a quick buck.

Tried them for the first time today with my very nervous dog who doesn’t like going to the groomers (due to a bad experience with our old groomer). They did an outstanding job and my dog looks great. I was very pleased and will definitely be returning. They are reasonably priced, do great work, and my dog did very well with them.