Aussie Pet Mobile

Mobile grooming sits at the crossroads of convenience, animal behavior, and pet health — and it raises more questions than a standard salon visit. These are the ones that actually matter when you’re deciding whether to book.

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  How much does Aussie Pet Mobile cost per appointment? Starting at $70+ · Price varies by breed, coat type, and size · Each local franchise sets its own rates · Add-ons like de-shedding, teeth brushing, and flea baths cost extra · No national flat rate

  Pricing isn’t published nationally because each Aussie Pet Mobile franchise operates independently and sets its own rates based on local costs, the groomer’s time, and the pet’s coat. A small short-haired dog and a large double-coated breed involve entirely different amounts of work — so the price reflects that. When you call to book, tell them the breed and approximate weight and they’ll give you a quote on the spot. What you’re paying for beyond the base session: de-shedding treatment, teeth brushing, specialty shampoos, flea and tick treatment, and paw pad conditioning are all à la carte additions. If your dog is severely matted, expect a dematting fee. Flea discovery during a session also triggers an extra charge — and the van goes out of rotation for decontamination, which can affect other appointments that day.
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  What is included in the Aussie Pet Mobile 15-step spa treatment? On-site assessment · Nail clip · Paw pad trim · Sanitary trim · Brush-out · Pre-rinse · HydrobathTM shampoo · In-bath massage · Final rinse · Face wash · Hand blow-dry · Eye clean · Ear clean · Final brush and fluff · Light fragrance and treat (with approval)

  The 15-step process is what separates this from a basic bath. The Hydrobath — a pressurized warm-water system that massages shampoo into the coat — is the centerpiece. It cleans more thoroughly than hand-bathing, and for dogs with skin conditions or heavy undercoats, that difference is meaningful. The ear cleaning step catches the early signs of infection that owners often miss at home. The on-site assessment at the start is a real health check — groomers are trained to flag unusual lumps, skin irritation, redness in ears or eyes, and overgrown nails before they become vet visits. Many owners hear things like “you might want a vet to look at this spot” from their Aussie Pet Mobile groomer before their own vet mentions it.
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  Is Aussie Pet Mobile available in my area? 300+ units operating in 29 U.S. states · Coverage is strong in metro and suburban areas · Some rural zip codes have no nearby unit · Use aussiepetmobile.com to search by zip code · New franchises are actively expanding into underserved territories

  Aussie Pet Mobile has more than 300 operating units across the U.S., with concentration in suburban and metro markets. Coverage is solid in most major cities but thinner in rural counties where the driving distance between appointments makes the economics harder for franchisees. If a search at aussiepetmobile.com shows no groomer near you, the alternative is to call the nearest franchise and ask — some groomers cover extended areas for established clients or for a travel surcharge. The company is actively awarding new franchise territories, so a zip code with no coverage today may have a groomer within the next year.
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  Why does mobile grooming cost more than a salon, and is it worth it? Mobile runs 20–40% more than a comparable salon appointment · Cost covers: the van, fuel, one-on-one time, no waiting, no cage stress · For anxious dogs, elderly pets, or owners without easy transportation — most find it worth the difference

  The premium covers real costs: a fully equipped self-powered van, fuel, one groomer per pet for the entire session, no back-to-back scheduling pressure, and the elimination of cage time entirely. Research consistently shows that pets experience elevated cortisol — the stress hormone — in noisy salon environments with multiple animals, waiting crates, and unfamiliar handlers cycling through. For a healthy young dog with no anxiety history, the salon difference may not matter much. For a senior dog with joint pain, a dog with a history of kennel stress, a reactive animal, or any cat that becomes genuinely distressed in a carrier and a busy salon — the mobile option frequently produces a noticeably calmer animal and a cleaner result because the groomer isn’t rushing through a packed schedule.
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  Does Aussie Pet Mobile groom cats? Yes — the full 15-step spa is available for cats · Same cage-free, one-on-one setup · Put your cat in a carrier 15 minutes before the van arrives · Available on most routes · Especially valuable for cats who react badly to vet-style handling in busy environments

  Cat grooming through Aussie Pet Mobile works the same way as dog grooming — the van is self-contained, there are no other animals present, and the groomer handles the full 15-step process including nail trim, bath, blow-dry, ear clean, and brush-out. The specific tip Aussie Pet Mobile gives cat owners: put your cat into its carrier about 15 minutes before the van is due. Cats that are already contained and calm when the groomer arrives start the session from a better baseline than cats that have to be chased and caught at the last minute. For cats with grooming histories involving biting or scratching, let the groomer know in advance — they’re trained for reactive cats and will let you know if a different approach is needed.
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  My dog has fleas — can I still book an appointment? Tell them before booking, not after — this is important · If fleas are found during a session, the van goes out of service for decontamination, canceling remaining appointments that day · An additional flea bath charge applies · Treat your home and pet medically first, then book

  This is one of the few situations where transparency upfront makes a genuine difference — not just for your pet but for every other pet scheduled that day in the same van. Aussie Pet Mobile’s published policy is clear: if fleas are discovered mid-session, the van is taken out of service, remaining appointments are canceled, and decontamination happens before the next booking. An additional flea bath charge applies. The right order of operations is to get your vet to prescribe a flea treatment first, treat your home to eliminate the reinfestation cycle, then book the grooming appointment once the active infestation is under control. Groomers can apply a flea and tick treatment as part of the session — but that’s a maintenance step, not a replacement for veterinary flea management.
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  How do I book, and how far in advance do I need to schedule? Book through aussiepetmobile.com or by calling your local franchise directly · In busy metro areas, expect 2–4 weeks lead time for a first appointment · Regular clients get priority scheduling · Recurring appointments are easier to maintain than booking one at a time

  New clients in high-demand zip codes are often surprised to find their first appointment is weeks out — this isn’t a sign of a problem, it’s a sign the local franchise is operating well and has a regular client base. The path of least resistance once you’ve had a good first experience: ask the groomer to set up recurring appointments on the spot before they leave your driveway. Monthly or every-six-weeks scheduling is easiest to maintain because the groomer can plan their route around it. Calling the franchise directly is usually faster than going through a contact form on the national website — local operators pick up the phone and can often find you a slot that wasn’t showing online.
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  What do groomers flag that I should take to my vet? Lumps or new skin growths · Ear odor or redness — early infection · Eye discharge beyond normal tearing · Nail bed discoloration · Sudden sensitivity or pain reaction during handling · Anal gland issues · Coat thinning or bald patches

  Groomers spend more time looking at and touching your pet’s skin, ears, nails, and coat than most owners do in between vet visits. Aussie Pet Mobile groomers are trained to flag things that warrant a vet check — not to diagnose, but to point you toward the right next step. The most commonly flagged items: a lump or skin tag that wasn’t there last session, an ear that smells off or looks inflamed inside, nails that have grown past the quick into the paw pad, and coat changes like thinning patches or unusual dandruff that can signal thyroid or skin conditions. When a groomer says “you might want to have this looked at,” that’s worth acting on. They’re not being alarmist — they’re comparing to what they saw last time, which is context your vet doesn’t always have.

Every Aussie Pet Mobile appointment for dogs and cats includes the complete 15-step process — not a shortened version. Here’s the actual sequence, in order.

Use the buttons below to locate Aussie Pet Mobile franchises, pet supply shops, and local vets near you. Always verify pricing and availability with your local franchise directly — rates and booking windows vary by location.