Stacy K.
Clueless about dogs, deceptive pricing
When I brought my dog in to Sedona PetSmart for bath & nail clip on Tuesday all of the employees at the register found it necessary to get a word in edgewise. When I said "Australian Kelpies" weren't on the list of dog types, one of them insisted they were (they weren't). She then listed my dog as a dog she has no relation to. The $22 I agreed to online was instead $33.00, with less included. When I went back to pick her up, her nails were still long. The groomer was hesitant at first, but then took her back and did a much better job, apparently with the help of a senior groomer. I appreciated that they took care of that. Petsmart needs to teach groomers how to connect with and walk with dogs. The employees there don't seem to have a clue about handling them, basically letting the dogs drag them around. It felt a bit like a free-for-all. When dogs come in for baths etc, they are often anxious, needing TLC and assurance. PetSmart employees need some training too, on respectful communication with customers, including listening. Last but not least, the pricing system needs to be re-vamped to provide transparency and honesty around actual services and costs. I'm leaving two stars instead of one, as it appears Michael did a good job with her bath & brushing. Thank you.

