Kansas’ Top Rated Local® Pet Groomers Award Winner: Canine Design

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Canine Design is a 2019 award winner for pet groomers in Kansas!

For pet grooming in Mission that’s second to none, choose Canine Design.

Canine Design has received dozens of reviews on three verified sites with an average rating of 4.96 stars, earning it a fantastic Rating Score™ of 95.59 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 10 pet groomers in all of Kansas!

Here’s just one of Canine Design’s many five-star reviews:

“I couldn’t be more pleased with how Laura groomed my boy! She has years of experience, and it shows. She took the time to cover every detail with me, and the results showed. Most importantly, it was a relaxed atmosphere for my guy, and when I came to pick him up he wasn’t sprinting for the door, which has happened in the past. I highly recommend Laura and Canine Design for amazing grooming, great customer service and a loving touch for your dog baby!” – Kevin C.

Not Your Average Pet Groomer

Laura McMullen, the owner of Canine Design, generously gave us a few minutes of her time to tell us about her award-winning pet grooming business and its stellar online reputation.

The first question we had for Laura was what sets Canine Design apart from her competition in Kansas. Here’s what she had to say:

“I’m very experienced. I’m a one-woman shop, so everyone knows what they’re getting with me. It’s a very personal experience! I’ve built up a great following in the area, too. I listen to what my customers want and keep up with the newest trends. I make sure that I’ve got a space that the dogs and their owners can both feel comfortable in.”

We also asked Laura what her mission is at Canine Design and how she works to make the world a better place. Here’s her response:

“I want to provide a place where people feel safe leaving their animals. Pets are like children to a lot of people, and I want them to feel comfortable. I also try to bring out the best in each individual pet while listening to the customer to understand what they want.”

Building Success Through Referrals and Repeat Business

When we asked about the Canine Design secret to a strong online reputation, Laura said:

“Some leave reviews without me doing anything. I casually mention to people that if they’re happy, I’d appreciate the review. I make sure to let them know that it’s very helpful to me if they leave one.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Canine Design has grown through referrals and repeat customers:

“I don’t advertise, and I don’t really want to. I live off of referral and repeat business! People will see someone at the park with a dog I’ve recently groomed, and will ask where that person got their dog groomed.”

There are so many business owners out there looking to grow their business and build their online reputation. Here’s Laura’s expert advice for them:

“Really, you just need to communicate with your clients. Communication is key! Having the best equipment is a bonus, but personal client relations drive the business.”


Congratulations to the team at Canine Design for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Laura, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Canine Design for all of your pet grooming needs in Mission. Visit their website today!

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