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A wash, a proper blow-dry and a finished coat.
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A Cut Above is a small grooming shop run by Melissa and her team on SE 21st Ave in Milwaukie. Full grooms, clips, nail trims and cat grooming, done calmly and without a fuss.
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Calm hands, careful clippers, one pet at a time
Grooming for dogs and cats of every coat type, from a puppy's first visit to a monthly breed clip. Ring us and we will talk through what your pet needs.
breed clips
Breed-standard clips for coated dogs, cut to shape.
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nail trims
Quick pawdicures for dogs who would rather not sit still at home.
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cat grooming
Grooming for cats, handled gently and at their pace.
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puppy visits
A first groom for young dogs, kept short and friendly.
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trusted by milwaukie pet owners
Rated 4.8 from 109 Google reviews, many from people who have been coming for years.
“Melissa does a fabulous job on both of my coated breeds, they come home looking beautiful every time. I trust her with my dogs”
“Melissa is amazing. My pups used to be so anxious about nail trims and now they enjoy their pawdicures!”
“We've had some trauma with groomers and a cut above is the best we've ever had. She always looks adorable and most important my pup is not afraid.”
“I've been bringing my dogs to her for over 18 years, she is affordable, my dogs look forward to going, it's a positive experience for them and they look great when I pick them up.”
“She is so kind and patient with my dogs and they always come out looking so cute with their new style! One of my dogs loves her so much we go down just to say hi and get a treat!”
“Always a great experience with our miniature Poodle. Melissa and Abby are always on time, courteous and professional.”
FAQs
frequently asked question about
We groom small breeds and coated breeds, including poodles, Pomeranians, papillons, Shih Tzus and Aussies. Give us a ring and tell us about your dog's coat and we will tell you what we can do.
Yes, cat grooming is part of what we do. Phone us first so we can talk through your cat and find a time that suits.
A lot of our regulars arrived anxious and now pull their owners through the door. We work quietly and take things at the pet's pace.
We do first grooms for puppies and keep them gentle and positive. Call us and we will talk about what to expect.
We are at 11062 SE 21st Ave, Milwaukie, OR 97222. We are open 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Ring us on (503) 654-1869 during opening hours and we will sort out a time. If you are a new client, it is worth a phone call to check what we have available.
Good to know
Short reads from the grooming table
A few things we find ourselves saying most weeks.
Getting your dog comfortable with nail trims
Small steps you can take at home so paws stop being a battle. What we do in the shop to keep it calm.
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nails
Brushing a coated breed between grooms
How to keep a double or curly coat from matting before the next visit. Which brush to reach for and where the knots hide.
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What to expect from a puppy's first groom
How to get a young dog ready for the table, bath and dryer. Why the first visit is kept short.
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puppies