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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 for a typical pet lifestyle, every 4 to 6 for a dog that hikes or runs trails regularly. The activity level of your particular dog matters more for this breed than for almost any other on our list.
Rough (medium-length, feathered) or smooth (shorter, flatter). Both are weather-resistant and built for an outdoor, working lifestyle.
Spring and fall blowouts. Rough coats show it more visibly than smooth coats.
Standard for a typical indoor/outdoor pet lifestyle; tighter for dogs that hike, run trails, or get muddy on the regular.
Border collies run 30-55 lbs, usually landing in medium to large.
Border collies were bred to work outdoors all day, and the coat reflects it: a weather-resistant double coat, rough or smooth, that genuinely repels a fair amount of dirt and moisture on its own. For a border collie that spends most of its time in a yard and on the couch, that resistance means the standard 6-8 week bath interval holds up fine, and washing much more often than that strips oils the coat needs for no real gain.
The Bay Area version of this breed is often a different story. A dog doing regular off-leash hikes, trail runs, or dry-brush scrambles picks up dust, foxtails, and ground-in dirt at a rate a backyard dog never approaches, and the weather-resistant coat doesn't shrug that off the way it does ordinary yard dirt. For those dogs, tightening to every 4-6 weeks keeps the coat and skin ahead of what the trail puts into it, rather than letting six weeks of accumulated dust and debris sit against the skin.
Brushing still does the daily work. No bath schedule replaces regular brushing on a working/herding breed coat; it's what actually keeps the shed and the weather resistance intact between visits.
A weather-resistant coat holds up well between baths for a typical pet lifestyle; a full dry after keeps the undercoat from staying damp against the skin.
Bay Area hiking trails, dry brush, and off-leash runs put a lot more into the coat than a backyard dog picks up, and the schedule should reflect that.
Spring and fall bring a real seasonal shed, especially on rough coats. A deshed bath clears more undercoat in one visit than weeks of brushing.
A working/herding breed coat needs regular brushing to manage the shed and keep the weather-resistant qualities intact; stepping up during a blowout isn't excessive.
If your vet has prescribed a medicated bathing plan for skin issues, that plan wins over this one.
For a lower-activity backyard dog, a home bath with a hose and a good towel dry is a reasonable job at the standard interval. The coat isn't difficult to wash.
Where the van helps is exactly the active-dog case: trail dust and ground-in dirt benefit from a real deshed-capable wash and a forced-air dry that gets to the skin, not just the surface. $95 to $115 depending on size, in your driveway, done in about an hour.
The schedule builder already knows the border collie coat. Tell it how active your dog is, 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 border collie wash and dry is $95 to $115 in the van, tighter cadence available for active dogs.
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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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