Fur Reel Pet Grooming

We have been taking our golden to Julie for about 5 years now. She is very professional, very affordable, and Maddie comes back beautiful and happy every time! Julie and her assistant are the best in north county. Hands down!

I have been taking my dogs to Fur Reel for many, many years and they love Julie, the owner. Currently, I have a cocker spaniel and cockapoo and Julie does a great job at a great price. She recently raised her prices but they are still reasonable. Janice is the bather and my dogs like her too. I have never had a bad experience and Julie always listens to any special request. I am really sorry about those that have had a negative experience but my kids start «talking» in the car when they realize we are going to see Julie. They run to the door, without a leash on. I have tried another groomer in Carlsbad but the second time I tried to take them there, they didn’t want to go in, so we didn’t. That’s how I found Fur Reel.

I am saddened, frustrated and angry as I write this review. I have gone to Fur Reel twice now and will surely never return.
The first time I brought my dog into Fur Reel I didn’t ask too many questions. My mistake. I was told it would take «a couple of hours» and that they would call me. After 3 hours I called to see how things were going and the woman on the other end said he’d be done soon. Two hours later I was called to pick him up. Upon pick up and drop off there were owners and dogs in and out so I chalked it up to a busy day and tried to stay positive.
A few months later I decided to give them another try. This time my dog had an injury to his back so I didn’t want to risk him being there 5 hours. I asked how long it would take, again I’m told a couple of hours… so I exlplained that he was hurt and I just wanted to make sure he wouldn’t be sitting in a kennel for hours (like the first time), I was told that wouldnt be a problem. He was done in a little over two hours and seemed happy as ever. The next day I got home from work and my boyfriend mentioned that my dog was shaking his head a noticeable amount like there was something in his hear. Two mornings later we wake up to him crying louder than I’ve ever heard him cry and rubbing his right ear along the carpet as hard as he could. I took him to the vet and was told he had a terribly painful ear infection. The particular bacteria in his ear was caused from water. And these infections take 1 to 5 days to start. So, I think I know how the water got in his ear. Especially because he is on bed rest at the moment for his back injury — he isn’t even going on walks — the only moisture he’s been exposed to was at the groomers.
So I went to Fur Reel to talk to them and am told she wants to call my vet to see what they say. 2 days later when the owner finally calls me back (after I had to call to follow up again), there are a few particular statements she chose to make that resulted in my hanging up on her.
1. «I do not feel responsible» — How do you not feel responsible? I don’t think there could be a more convincing case of a dog getting an ear infection at the groomer. Did I mention I had his ears examined 2 weeks previous and they were perfect? As a cosmetologist, if some one came to me 2 days later and said their scalp had been itchy and burning since their visit to me, whether it was my fault or not I would do everything in my power to make them happy and keep them coming back.
2. «The vet said there are a number of reasons that could have caused this.» When I spoke to my vet after she talked to the groomer she informed me that the jist of her message was that although many other things could have caused this infection, in her opinion it was the grooming as he has not been exposed to any other potential causes.
3. «Ear infections in dogs can be caused by humidity in the air.» –This is not Florida. I asked the vet this question and she couldn’t help but laugh. Are you kidding me lady?
4. «Well you could have fixed all of this with a spray from my shop for $ 14.95.» — This ladies and gentlemen was when I’d had enough and pressed end call.
Please do not go here. I will be saving to buy clippers to do his grooming myself. After I finish paying off this veterinarian bill…

Julia at Fur Reel was wonderful with my little Persian cat. She did a wonderful job and took extra care with my cat so she wouldn’t be scared. I am now a loyal customer!
Carla E.
Carlsbad

Unless you care nothing for your pet, please do not take it to Fur Real for any services if you plan to leave it there alone.
My beloved blind cat, Sophie, was returned to me with a broken back and no explanation or apology for her condition. I did not find out until I got home and tried to take her out of her carrier. Tragically, I had to put her to sleep as a result. It was the worst day of my life and I will never forget having to watch my cat die in my arms. If there is a pet hell, I hope that the groomer who broke my cat will rot there.

Julie is wonderful. She took my toy poodle on a minute’s notice on a busy Saturday morning when my other groomer canceled on me. She gave a great poodle cut in a few hours and returned by little boy to me safe and sound and smelling good. Her prices are very reasonable, too. She charged $ 5 – 10 less that what I am accustomed to paying in Encinitas. I think I have found my new groomer!

I have been going to Julie for about 15 years. She used to groom my Chow Chow, who always looked beautiful when Julie was done with him. She always can get me in within a day of when I call, unlike other places in the area that I have to call 3 wks ahead. Her prices are very fair. Everyone that works there is very gentle with my cat who is very timid and hates her bath. But they work with her and she always comes home looking wonderful. Julie cares about the animals. I recommend Fur Reel highly.

Our dog’s nails were trimmed too short and multiple were split. She bled for nearly 3 hours all over our house, car and clothing. We were not notified until I came back with the concern. And then was told my particular dog breed is difficult. She is 7 and have never encountered this problem before at other groomers. We would not return or recommend.

I have a wheaten terrier mix. I was referred to Julie by someone who has the same breed as I do. (highly recommended). So I decided to try this place … I drove 30 minutes and my pup gets car sick:((Julie was well aware of this). I talked to Julie and told her how I wanted his haircut…
My POOR PUPPY… I dropped him off at 9:30. And was told he would be finished at 12:00 … Came to pick him up and he wasn’t ! It was not until 2:30 he was. When I went inside it was very warm and crates stacked, with some having 2 dogs in them… Ridiculous! I felt completely rushed out…
My dog could not wait to leave… And his haircut … Oh my… Totally hacked completely uneven, looked like an amateur practiced on my dog!!!
I was hesitate to call. I decided to call the next morning., left a message telling Julie how unhappy I was and told her the reason why…
She called me back Monday (2 days later) and left a message telling me that in fact, she had cut his hair and she thought it looked good, and went on to tell me that she even asked another girl as well, and agreed that it looked Good!!! And said she apologizes but not sure for what… (then don’t apologize) didn’t even offer to make it right… (remember, I was referred to her by a customer) this is how I was treated…
LADIES, you need to have your EYES examined. !!!
It’s hair, it will grow back I get that…
I would rather spend more money, then go somewhere, they stack pets, and take on too many pets (greedy in my opinion.)…
The WORST 55.00 bucks spent!!! I would never recommend this place to anybody who cares about their pet…4/21/14

Our pesky Persian Kitty Benji always comes back so happy after his grooming lion cut session at Fur Reel. Julie and her help do an amazing job with him. Also helpful is Fur Reel is open on Mondays which is not the case for most groomers.

Love this place. I discovered Fur Reel about 6 months ago. They do a great job and accept my dog last minute. My dog doesn’t mind going there either which is huge!
They are also reasonably priced.

Julie has been grooming my schnauzer Lucy since she opened over 9 years ago. I will never and have never taken her anywhere else. She is great with her and does a fantastic job. I’m picky about the type of cut I want and she does exactly what I ask her to do. I have recommended several friends and they have all been super happy as well.

Can’t speak for the actual grooming at this place since our dogs are short haired, but for nail trims, you can’t go wrong with Fur Reel. Fur Reel was able to take handle our two dogs on a drop-​in basis. We were in and out in 10 minutes. My dog is a drama queen and her Unilocal are horrible while getting her nails cut. With Fur Reel, it was a largely silent experience for her, which is a testament to their skills. To top it off it’s $ 7 per dog for nails, a veritable Encinitas bargain. The facility is nothing to write home about, but you’re paying for skilled groomers, which Fur Reel has in spades. Like seriously, don’t peek around the corner in this place at the Saw-​esque bathroom, but also don’t let that scare you off from utilizing their services.

Our dogs have received excellent grooming and care at Fur Reel. Julie and her staff are courteous and kind to animals. Our dogs have never come back sick or with any fleas or other problems. This is what matters to us. Julie is quite accommodating and we deeply appreciate the service we receive. Ok this is funky Leucadia so the little pink building fits in. Our dogs have received better care and we have gotten better service than at dog and suds!

My dogs are my version of children. I won’t take them anywhere but here. Julie, the owner, treats them like her own. They come out looking like rock stars. I’ve been taking both of my dogs here for years and I can honestly say Fur Reel is our fave!!!

I love coming to Fur Reel. Nice people, great value and the dogs come back smelling nice and they are happy! I moved about a year and a half ago to Carmel Valley, but I still trek up to Leucadia to get the dogs groomed. Julie cuts the hair exactly the way I like on my Cocker Spaniel and he even LOVES to go visit them. Great work, Fur Reel… Keep being awesome!

I just picked up my sweeties from Fur Reel and they look great! This was my first visit, and I have 3 dogs… a Maltapoo, Maltese and a Cattle Dog. The groomer I had been using does a good job, but after moving, it is just too time consuming to an from.
I read the not so stellar reviews about Fur Reel, but a friend recommended them.
My opinions on my experience:
1. Ease of appt: Fantastic! With 3 dogs it often takes a few weeks to get them all an appt. I know, I should plan ahead, but between pregnancy, a toddler and a job I am just not that organized! When I called, Julie answered the phone, was accommodating, and gave me the option of two days within the week to bring them in. Yay!
2. Appearance: The shop is quaint, no bells and whistles, very «local». That being said, I typically like a more sterile environment. I trusted everything was more «well loved» but still clean :-)
3. The result: I explained exactly how I like my furry face friends. I told both gals how long it had been since their last groom, a few special instructions, and what I did not want.
VOILA! 3 Adorable Dogs home and happy! Will I take them back? Absolutely! I did not have any problems at all, and they look great :-)
Thanks Fur Reel!
TIP: They do not take credit cards, but do take checks. this is pretty standard in the grooming world. Our last groomer only took cash. With three dogs, I had to go by the bank before picking them up.

So I wrote a review, based on my experience here and Julie, the owner, had the nerve to call me and yell at me about it. Perhaps instead of calling people and yelling at them, she could take her spare time and use it wisely. Possibly clean the place? She kept talking about karma. I think I have good karma coming my way since I paid for services I didn’t even receive. I’m a firm believer in karma, Julie, and I’m afraid dear, that’s what you have coming. She kept yelling, «I’m just trying to defend myself!!» If that’s the case, why didn’t you offer to make it right? I wouldn’t recommend this place to my worst enemy.

This place gave our indoor cat RING WORM! It cost hundreds of dollars at the vet to get months worth of medication and then on top of that ring worm is so contagious that we got it too! Now we have another couple of months of treatment ahead of us, along with daily loads of laundry washing all bedding and clothes. This has been a terrible experience. The groomers didn’t even do a good job, our cat had knots and cuts when we picked him up.

The pink outside of Fur Reel Pet Grooming in Leucadia matches the sincerity and warmth of the staff working inside. Julie Kelliher, the owner, has been working in the grooming industry for 40 years. Her first store was in La Costa and she continues to do her own work. She goes by the motto «keep it small & personal» and explains that it is not about mass production, but rather quality work. She has customers that travel all the way from Temecula and Rancho Bernardo just to have their animals groomed at Fur Reel Pet Grooming. She has accumulated over 100 customers, which have been referred simply by word-​of-​mouth! Fur Reel is a full grooming salon that prides itself on precision. Walk-​ins are allowed, but she prefers by appointment to assure a spot in line. She states, «I have a problem saying ‘no’ because I want to help everyone out». Julie explains that Fur Reel is a very Leucadian atmosphere by always being mellow, relaxed, personal and caring. Unlike most groomers, Julie allows the client to decide on the haircut. Pricing varies based on the size and type of animal. Small dogs start at $ 40 to $ 45 and cats start at $ 55. All of their products are natural and made without chemicals. They also carry a local Carlsbad brand named Reflex Collars and Leashes.
Julie says that her trick to settle the animals down is to «go slow, be calm and then they will be calm». She truly loves animals and her 40 years of experience shows just what kind of quality work your pet will receive. When you go to Fur Reel Pet Grooming in Leucadia you will not only get the best grooming in town, but you will also visit a historic hotel from the 1930s. Get your pet refreshed at Fur Reel Leucadia today!