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)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.