Self Service Dog Wash

Walk In, Wash Up, Wag Out


Here at Forestside Grooming, I offer professional dog grooming services, but I know that not everyone wants to leave their dog with someone else to get a bath – they’d prefer to do it themselves. If you want to wash your dog, but need somewhere to do it, I have a self service dog wash facility. It’s a great way to take care of your dog’s bath yourself, while enjoying the benefits of a dedicated dog washing area. If you’d like to find out more, please get in touch.


Before Using The Self Service Dog Wash

  • Select the right height in the bath for your dog. Use the pull down platform for small dogs, while large dogs can just walk in
  • Secure your dog using the grooming noose. Slip it over their head and, once secure, remove their collar
  • If you have more than one dog, secure the other dog to the tie up ring
  • Shut and bolt the shed door if necessary

Washing Your Dog

  • Touch screen to start and select 10 minute wash. Pay by contactless card reader
  • Take hold of shower hose
  • Select rinse and wet dog
  • When soaked, select shampoo type. This will be dispensed via the shower head
  • Massage the shampoo into your dog’s fur. You have option to pause the machine whilst doing this
  • When thoroughly clean, select rinse and wash off all shampoo suds until coat is squeaky clean
  • You then have the option to condition coat and rinse as before
  • Replace shower hose

Drying Your Dog

  • Take the black dryer hose and select dryer on the machine
  • You have the option to turn up or down the dryer’s air velocity using the dial
  • For nervous dogs, please use the snood provided to cover their ears
  • For best results, dry in the direction the coat grows, blasting out water and loose hairs. This is great for de-shedding!
  • Can top up your drying time from £2.50
  • When finished, please remove all shed hair and wipe down the self service dog wash with the paper towels provided

Self Service Dog Wash FAQ's

These are some of the more frequently asked questions. If you’d like more information or have another question please get in touch.

One of the most common questions we get is "where is the Dog Wash?"

As you can see from our map, we're close to Hardley School, just off of the main road with plenty of parking outside.

Can I bring my own shampoo?
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