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K-9 Smiles

Updated 2026-07-06 · 1,309 reviewed · 191 listed · Scored from 139 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(139) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary Care
K-9 Smiles
Services
Veterinary Dental Care, General Veterinary Care
Reviews
139

What recent reviews say

Most owners praise the visible results and gentleness of K-9 Smiles' anesthesia-free cleaning, especially for older or anxious dogs. Several five-star reviews note sparkling teeth, fresh breath, and reasonable pricing. However, a vocal minority report curt staff, rude front-desk interactions, and frustration over flat-rate pricing that charges small and large dogs identically. One-star reviewers also raise a core concern: without anesthesia and radiographs, true periodontal disease cannot be diagnosed or treated below the gumline, making the service cosmetic only.

Dr. Kaci and Dr. Tracy Oakes are named as attentive veterinarians, and technicians Emily and Tori received specific praise for thoroughness. The service operates from salon and grooming locations rather than a dedicated clinic, which some reviewers viewed as unprofessional. Pricing complaints and philosophical disagreements about the medical validity of anesthesia-free cleaning drive most of the negative feedback.

Recent shift: Mixed sentiment appears consistent across the year; no clear improvement or decline in tone or complaint pattern.

Praised for
  • anesthesia-free cleaning appeals to owners
  • teeth visibly cleaner and whiter after service
  • staff warm and skilled with anxious dogs
  • affordable compared to full anesthesia procedures
Watch-outs
  • rude or snappy front desk staff
  • expensive for very small dogs; flat-rate pricing criticized
  • cannot assess disease under gumline without anesthesia
  • minimal veterinary exam; unprofessional setting
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Best for: Dog owners seeking cosmetic teeth brightening without anesthesia for anxious or senior dogs.
Think twice if: You need comprehensive periodontal disease assessment or treatment; this service cannot diagnose deep gum disease. Also consider if your dog is very small, as pricing is flat-rate regardless of size.

Strengths

  • anesthesia-free cleaning for dogs too old or anxious for anesthesia
  • visible tartar removal and whiteness improvement
  • staff trained to handle frightened dogs on their backs

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Kaci and Dr. Tracy Oakes named as on-site veterinarians
  • Technicians Emily and Tori praised for skill with anxious dogs
  • Dogs positioned on their backs between technician's legs during cleaning
  • Operates from grooming salon back rooms, not dedicated clinic
  • Before/after photographs provided by at least one location
  • February early-booking discounts mentioned

What reviews say by service

Veterinary Dental Care
Cosmetic cleaning leaves teeth noticeably whiter, but reviewers divided on whether service addresses actual disease without anesthesia.
General Veterinary Care
Veterinarian performs brief exam before cleaning; some found assessment too cursory.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.6 average across the 62 veterinary dental care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 41% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 73
Review volume 93
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Does my dog need anesthesia?
No. K-9 Smiles positions dogs on their backs and scrapes tartar without sedation, which appeals to owners of senior or anxious dogs.
What do teeth look like after cleaning?
Reviewers consistently report noticeably whiter, sparkling teeth and fresher breath. Before/after photos are provided.
How much does it cost?
K-9 Smiles charges a flat rate of $250-$290 per cleaning regardless of dog size. Early February bookings may receive discounts.
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Last updated 2026-07-06