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In a hurry? Call or text (669) 281-0022 and Ace will book you directly.
In a hurry? Call or text (669) 281-0022 and Ace will book you directly.
Every 6 to 8 weeks. The wash itself isn't complicated; the real job is drying a heavy double coat fully down to the skin, which is where most home baths fall short on a dog this size.
Thick and weather-resistant, built for cold climates. It holds a lot of coat volume for a dog this size.
Real seasonal blowouts in spring and fall. This is a breed where brushing does more daily work than bathing.
Tightening around a seasonal blowout with a deshed bath to clear the undercoat before it spreads across the house.
Our XL/giant tier. Bernese mountain dogs run 70-115 lbs, consistently our largest tier.
A bernese mountain dog carries a lot of coat for its size, a thick, weather-resistant double coat built for cold climates, on a frame that often runs 70 to 115 lbs. The wash step is straightforward. What actually trips up a home bath is the water this coat holds afterward: a towel and a standard hair dryer struggle to reach the undercoat at the skin, and a damp undercoat sitting for hours is both uncomfortable for the dog and a setup for skin irritation.
Twice a year, spring and fall, the coat sheds even harder than its steady year-round baseline. A deshed bath, a soak in a deshedding shampoo followed by a forced-air dry, clears far more of that released undercoat in one visit than weeks of brushing alone. Outside of a blowout, the every 6-8 week schedule holds; the coat's natural oils do real work keeping dirt off between baths, so washing more often than that mostly strips protection without a cleanliness gain.
The dryer is the real service. A forced-air dryer that reaches the skin is what actually prevents the wet-dog smell and skin issues that a towel-dried bernese ends up with, not the shampoo used.
A dog this size and coat volume needs a real forced-air dry, not a towel, to avoid a damp undercoat sitting against the skin for hours.
Spring and fall bring a heavier shed than the rest of the year. A deshed bath with a soak and forced-air dry clears far more undercoat than brushing alone can.
A slicker brush and undercoat rake keep the coat moving. On a dog this size, that's a real time commitment, which is part of why owners often let it slip.
Bay Area winter mud and dry summer trails both find a heavy-coated dog fast. A rinse between scheduled baths is fine.
If your vet has prescribed a medicated bathing plan for skin issues, that plan wins over this one.
If you have a hose, a warm day, and several hours to spend on drying, a home bath is possible. Most owners of a dog this size find the drying step is where it stops being worth it.
The forced-air dryer in our van reaches all the way to the skin, which a home towel and blow-dryer setup rarely does on a coat this dense. That's what actually prevents the damp-undercoat smell and skin issues owners are usually trying to solve. $155, in your driveway, fully dry before the dog goes back inside.
The schedule builder already knows the bernese coat. Answer a few questions about your dog's age and lifestyle, and it turns the cadence above into dates you can act on.
Build the schedule, freeMore on the seasonal blowout on our de-shedding treatment page, and on washing bigger dogs on our big dog wash page.
Full bernese mountain dog wash and forced-air dry is $155 in the van at your driveway.
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I run Bay Area Mobile Dog Wash myself, and I’ve brought on groomers with 12+ years of experience — so now every cut, from a tidy trim to a full breed haircut, happens in the van at your curb. Every visit is one dog at a time: warm water, a full brush-out, a proper dry, and a haircut if you want one, with no salon drive and no cage waiting. The van is open to you the whole time — stand at the door and watch every minute if you like. Big dogs, heavy shedders and nervous seniors are the reason this service exists.
What our customers say
Wonderful experience! Ace did an amazing job grooming my Siberian Husky. She can be a little difficult and anxious during grooming, but Ace was incredibly calm and patient, which really helped keep her calm and comfortable too. She looked absolutely beautiful, clean, and fluffy when he was finished. I really appreciated the care and attention Ace gave her and would definitely recommend!
Ace at Bay Area Mobile Dog Wash was absolutely wonderful with my senior dog. He was so gentle and patient with him, which meant everything to me given his age -- I could tell he genuinely cared about his comfort throughout the whole process. Beyond the excellent care, Ace was warm, loving, and clearly an animal lover at heart, while also being completely professional from start to finish. It's rare to find someone who balances that kind of tenderness with real expertise, and my dog came out looking and smelling great without a hint of stress. Highly recommend Ace and Bay Area Mobile Dog Wash. Price is great!
Ace was punctual & accommodating. He was friendly & outgoing not only me & my husband but toward the dogs as well, calling them by name on our very first booking. Dogs came home clean & unstressed which is never the case when they’re washed at the groomer’s shop, around other dogs. Highly recommend.
Wonderful experience! Ace did an amazing job grooming my Siberian Husky. She can be a little difficult and anxious during grooming, but Ace was incredibly calm and patient, which really helped keep her calm and comfortable too. She looked absolutely beautiful, clean, and fluffy when he was finished. I really appreciated the care and attention Ace gave her and would definitely recommend!
We booked Bay Area Mobile Dog Wash for our 90-lb German Shepherd, Koda, who hates the groomer. Ace parked the van right in our driveway in Willow Glen, walked her up the ramp himself — no lifting, no cage, no other dogs — and I watched the whole wash from my doorstep. Bath, nails, ears, and she came back inside dry and calm. Flat $95 exactly as the website said, no surprise charges. We've already booked next month. 😊❤️
Ace did a great job with our little old chihuahua mix. Our appointment was for the evening and he came prepared with warm water, and made our sure our dog was comfortable the entire time. Don't let the lack of reviews on yelp scare you away, his prices are good, and he takes time to ensure that good work is done.
He did such an amazing job with my dog! He came out looking so nice, clean, and well-groomed, but what stood out to me most was how happy and comfortable he seemed afterward. You can really tell he was treated with care throughout the entire process. I'm extremely pleased with how everything turned out and would definitely recommend him!
Overall, we had a very positive experience with our first mobile grooming appointment. Although he arrived a little late due to a minor scheduling miscommunication, Ace was very kind, communicative, and especially patient with our dog, who can be anxious about grooming. He took the time to help him feel comfortable, completed the grooming efficiently, and our dog seemed happy and in great spirits afterward. We really appreciated his gentle approach and care!
SUCH a great - and easy! - experience! Asa was immediately responsive (I love when businesses actually answer their phone!), worked Moose in within 24 hours, was communicative throughout, bought unscented products specifically for us, did a great job with my 12 year old doodle … all in all: amazing service!
Ace at Bay Area Mobile Dog Wash was absolutely wonderful with my senior dog. He was so gentle and patient with him, which meant everything to me given his age — I could tell he genuinely cared about his comfort throughout the whole process. Beyond the excellent care, Ace was warm, loving, and clearly an animal lover at heart, while also being completely professional from start to finish. It's rare to find someone who balances that kind of tenderness with real expertise, and my dog came out looking and smelling great without a hint of stress. Highly recommend Ace and Bay Area Mobile Dog Wash.
Ace was great with my 3 small dogs. They got washed and towel dried, their ears checked, their nails trimmed. One star off because he trimmed one nail too far and it bled for a long time, plus distressed my already anxious dog. Important to know that this service isn't van-based (yet). Ace brings a portable wash station to set up outside. He brings his own water and supplies. He doesn't do any hair cuts, just basic wash and towel dry. I'll call him again in the future!
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