Ohana Dog Washing and Grooming

Ohana Dog Washing and Grooming is a salon in Altona, in Melbourne's west, and its reviews read like a run of second opinions. A badly matted dog recovering from surgery had to be clipped short but came away even and neatly finished around the face, where a previous groom had left patches. A cream chow with sensitive skin, whose earlier grooms always ended in a hot spot, came home without one. Jacqui is named for her work on a groodle, and the salon itself is described as clean and inviting.

Patience with the difficult cases is the through-line. An eleven-month-old long-haired german shepherd who had been frightened by earlier groomers was washed and groomed in full for the first time; another dog with allergies and recurring ear trouble was handled calmly enough that his owner booked the next appointment straight away. Turnaround and pricing are both described as reasonable, and some customers drive twenty minutes to get there. It suits anxious dogs, puppies and thick or sensitive coats.