That Dirty Dog

That Dirty Dog is a dog groomer in Methuen, MA. The business provides self-service bathing stations, full service bathing, and complete professional pet grooming. Services include nail clipping, ear cleaning, and brush outs. Self-service tubs are fenced in separately and equipped with tearless face wash, shampoo, conditioner, ear cleaner, towels, aprons, and brushes. Glass-enclosed dry rooms feature grooming tables and K9 II force dryers. Grooming appointments are dedicated to a single pet, with small to medium breeds typically taking one to two hours.

The salon was opened in 2005 by Kathy Whitney and Mimi Darr, who sought to make dog bathing and grooming easier by offering the option for owners to wash their pets themselves. In 2021, ownership passed to Megan Barajas, a former manager who has worked in animal care for over 20 years. Barajas graduated Cum Laude from Kennesaw State University with a Bachelor's in Business Administration. She has expanded the staff from ten or fewer employees to over twenty. The team includes pet stylists Amanda Brown and Melissa Gailey. Brown completed grooming, pet CPR, and pet first aid courses and has over 100 hours of hands-on training. Gailey has been grooming since 2009 and specializes in working with highly anxious or fearful pets. The business maintains a women-owned and managed history.

That Dirty Dog holds a rating of 4.80 from customers who have reviewed it. The business is known for treating pets kindly in a clean and safe environment. Customers note that staff know individual dogs and their special needs, including rescues. The salon operates by appointment for haircuts and washes, with self-service washes available by walk-in depending on availability. Haircutting appointments start at 7:30 am. The business is closed on the first Monday of every month, except for haircutting appointments.

That Dirty Dog brings a dedicated approach to pet care in Methuen, MA, combining professional grooming with owner-controlled washing options.