About Us

Hours: By Appointment Only. Tuesday - Saturday 8AM - 5:00PM. We are closed on Sunday and Monday.

History - Escape to a place where your pets needs are met in a creative, clean, safe, healthy, and loving environment. Caring, compassion, and respect for your pet is first and foremost in our hearts and our team of well trained professionals of the highest caliber, help to create our magical and serene environment providing individual care for each furry companion. Our goal is to take care of our guests mentally, emotionally, and physically. We guarantee that our guests will feel relaxed, happy, and comfortable with our unprecedented level of service.

Since opening in 1974, the Critter Clipper has grown into one of Silicon Valley's most prestigious pet grooming businesses. Linda Mallory began this business over thirty years ago with the vision of pampering it's furry guests with world-class grooming treatments and services unprecedented by the average pet facility. Since it's inception, the Critter Clipper has won dozens of awards which include #1 dog salon by the Mountain View Voice, and one of San Jose Mercury News's “Best Bets.”

Drop in to experience the royal treatment for yourself! Be sure to browse through our upscale collection of collars, clothing, and more in our boutique - all carefully selected to keep your best friend looking their best.

Products we use - We only use natural shampoos and conditioners. In our boutique we feature Tiger Dreamz Beds, Upcountry Collars, Earth Dog Collars, Puppia Fashions and more!