01 / The polish
Beautifully groomed. Right at home.
Personalized mobile grooming, delivered to your door. Thoughtful care and a fresh finish, tailored to your pet.
EXPLORE MOBILE GROOMINGA little more freedom.
A lot more peace of mind.Whatever
A lot more peace of mind.
Whatever
they need.Wherever
you are.
By your side, or in our care. Thoughtful pet concierge for the everyday, the extraordinary, and everywhere life takes you.
DISCOVER A CUT ABOVE
ROOM FOR A LITTLE MORE LIFE.A polished new style. A weekend away.
A walk down the aisle.
A Tuesday with too much on your calendar.
Whatever your pet needs, we make taking care of them feel beautifully simple.
Your life. Their world.Beautifully connected.
Consider every tail accounted for.
02 / The everyday
The little things. Handled.
Daily walks, at-home visits, and pet transport. Thoughtful care for their routine—and a little breathing room for yours.
EXPLORE EVERYDAY CONCIERGE
03 / The occasion
Your best day. Their best self.
From a fresh groom to their moment down the aisle, a dedicated attendant helps your pet be part of the celebration.
EXPLORE WEDDINGS & EVENTS
04 / The escape
Your time away. Their time well spent.
Travel plans with your pet—or without. Personal care arrangements and the reassuring updates that let you enjoy being away.
EXPLORE TRAVEL & STAYSNear, far, never out of touch.Some journeys
Some journeys
call for a plus-one.
Some don’t.
A change of scenery should feel like a change of pace. Whether they’re joining the adventure or enjoying their familiar comforts, imagine one trusted point of contact for their care.
LET’S PLAN SOMETHING LOVELYPersonal is our starting point.Their comfort,
Their comfort,
your peace of mind
The favourite blanket. The slower walk. The greeting that puts them at ease. Our concierge vision begins with knowing your pet—and making you feel known, too.
A familiar feeling. Wherever life leads.01
One thoughtful point of contact
Someone who understands the plan, the preferences, and the pet behind it all.
02
Care with continuity
Routines and personal details that travel with their care, so you can explain once and exhale.
03
A little reassurance goes a long way
Considered updates, clear arrangements, and a warm handoff at the end of every visit.
The people behind the careHello, we’re
Hello, we’re
Linda & Marcus.
30+ years of combined grooming experience.
One shared love of animals.
One shared love of animals.
We started A Cut Above with a simple idea: thoughtful pet care should make life easier for both pets, and their people.
Through years of working side by side, we’ve learned that exceptional care begins with a personal connection. Knowing your pet’s personality, understanding their routine, and taking time to make the little things right make the difference.
That same approach guides our pet concierge services, from their everyday needs to the moments that deserve a little extra attention.
Linda Rae Smutz
Linda brings together a lifelong love of animals, an eye for detail, and a passion for creativity. She finds joy in helping every pet look and feel their best, and in building relationships with the people who love them.
Marcus Garcia
Marcus has loved animals since childhood. Kind and patient, he takes the time to build trust and get to know each pet at their own pace. Whether grooming, heading out for a walk, or simply keeping them company, spending time with animals is the part of his work he loves most.
A little simpler, from the start
From your plans to theirs
You, them, and the occasion.
Share the service you have in mind, your location, your dates, and a little about your pet.
A thoughtful conversation.
We’ll discuss your pet’s needs, confirm availability, and talk through the care that fits your plans.
Clear arrangements.
Your proposal brings together the service, schedule, and price, with the details agreed before your booking is confirmed.
How is pricing arranged?
Explore starting prices for dogs and cats on The Polish. Other services are quoted around your location, timing, number of pets, and care needs.
Can we arrange regular care?
Tell us about your preferred routine. We can discuss recurring care or occasional help, subject to availability.
Do you travel beyond your usual service areas?
Our service-area map shows our local coverage. For weddings and travel, enquire about arrangements beyond Los Angeles.
Does an enquiry confirm my booking?
An enquiry starts the conversation. We’ll confirm availability, the agreed service, and the booking arrangements with you before your visit or event.
A Cut Above · Our service areas
Thoughtful care.
Across Los Angeles.
Our service area · Approximate coverage
1Encino
2Woodland Hills
3Calabasas
4Hidden Hills
5Beverly Hills
6Brentwood
7Santa Monica
8Hancock Park
9Sherman Oaks
10Studio City
11Cheviot Hills
12West Hollywood
13Hollywood
14Tarzana
15North Hollywood
16Reseda
17Bel Air
18Beverly Crest
19Westwood
20Century City
For weddings and travel, enquire about arrangements beyond Los Angeles.
Neighbourhood boundaries are approximate.Geography: Mapping L.A. · Roads: LA County
What does your life have planned?
A celebration, an escape, or simply a little breathing room.
Let’s talk about how we can help.