Pet Spas • Grooming + Daycare + Boarding • Baltimore Area

Top Pet Spas in Baltimore City & Baltimore County

We looked at pet-spa style businesses across Baltimore City and Baltimore County and compared available user-review evidence across multiple platforms (including directory rating summaries when direct sources are restricted), plus service breadth (grooming, daycare, boarding, and in some cases on-site veterinary care), amenities, and reputation signals. Rankings can shift over time as new reviews appear.

Best for: spa grooming, daycare, boarding Coverage: Baltimore City + Baltimore County Suggest an update: team@baltimorepetdirectory.com

Comparison table

Ratings and review counts can be approximate when sourced from directory summaries or aggregator pages. Always check the most recent reviews before booking—especially for boarding or daycare.

Pet spa Services (keywords) Rating evidence (approx.) Highlights / notes
SoBo Dog Daycare & Spa (Locust Point) Daycare, boarding, grooming; webcam check-ins; breed-specific grooming; deshedding treatments 4.3 ★ (87 reviews) Long-running “one-stop shop” with a strong review sample size and convenient city access.
Scrubadub Dog Wash & Grooming (Hampden) Full-service grooming; self-service wash tubs 4.5 ★ (~66 Yelp reviews via summary) Highly praised groomer reputation + self-wash flexibility; can book out due to demand.
Snooty Pooch Grooming Spa (White Marsh/Nottingham) Grooming; small-dog daycare (under ~40 lbs); boutique pet shop ~5.0 ★ (few reviews) Boutique feel and breed-specific expertise; limited review volume + mixed feedback in some summaries.
Woofs & Wags Pet Lodge (Brewers Hill) Boarding, daycare, grooming; training room; treadmill; free bath with boarding 4.6 ★ (114 Google reviews) Popular, high review volume—yet some serious negative incidents reported in summaries; tour recommended.
Downtown Dog Resort & Spa (Baltimore Peninsula / Cherry Hill area) Daycare, boarding, grooming; on-site vet care; holistic-style positioning ~3.0 ★ (~70 Yelp reviews via summary) Big “all-in-one” offering, but more mixed feedback in summaries (cleanliness/communication concerns).

Top 5 pet spas (ranked)

#1

SoBo Dog Daycare & Spa (Locust Point, Baltimore City)

A city favorite for pet parents who want daycare + boarding + grooming in one place, with the extra reassurance of webcam check-ins.

DaycareBoardingGroomingWebcamsStrong review sample
Why it ranks #1 Solid rating with a meaningful number of reviews, plus well-rounded services and long-running local demand.
Best for Busy city owners who want a reliable “all-in-one” option (daycare, boarding, grooming) with visibility via webcams.
#2

Scrubadub Dog Wash & Grooming Shop (Hampden, Baltimore City)

A grooming-forward spa experience with a loyal following, plus self-service wash tubs if you want to DIY the bath.

Full groomingSelf-wash tubsHigh satisfaction signalsFair pricing notes
Why it ranks high Strong rating evidence and repeated praise for stress-reduction and compassionate grooming.
Watch-outs High demand can mean scheduling friction; results can vary by groomer depending on timing and availability.
#3

Snooty Pooch Grooming Spa & Pet Boutique (White Marsh/Nottingham, Baltimore County)

Boutique grooming + a small-dog daycare option, with staff known for breed-specific cuts and a vet-tech style awareness.

Boutique groomingSmall-dog daycareBreed-specific cutsLimited review volume
Why it ranks Very strong rating signals on some directories and a specialized niche (small dogs + boutique grooming).
Watch-outs Fewer reviews means less statistical certainty; some summaries include mixed feedback about consistency and waits.
#4

Woofs & Wags Pet Lodge (Brewers Hill, Baltimore City)

A popular lodge-style option with boarding, daycare, and grooming—plus amenities like training space and treadmill equipment.

BoardingDaycareGroomingHigh review volumeTour recommended
Why it ranks High overall rating paired with one of the largest review pools among pet spa/lodge options.
Important note Some summary sources cite serious negative incidents; for boarding/daycare, we strongly recommend a tour and detailed safety questions.
#5

Downtown Dog Resort & Spa (Baltimore Peninsula / Cherry Hill area, Baltimore City)

A big “resort” style facility combining daycare, boarding, grooming, and on-site veterinary care—convenient for owners who want one location.

All-in-oneOn-site vetDaycareBoardingMixed reviews
Why it makes the list Service breadth is hard to beat (especially on-site vet care), and the facility is designed as a comprehensive option.
Watch-outs Review summaries are more mixed, often citing cleanliness and communication concerns—tour + recent review check recommended.

Honorable mention

Reisterstown Boarding Kennel (Baltimore County): A luxury-leaning boarding option with a spa-style grooming component and resort-like amenities. Public review volume may be limited, but it can be a compelling choice for extended stays.

Takeaway

Baltimore-area pet spas range from grooming-focused shops with self-wash options to full boarding resorts with daycare and on-site veterinary care. For boarding/daycare, your best move is to tour the facility, ask about staff training and supervision ratios, and read the most recent reviews.