Automated Pet Wash Stations

Pet wash operators install self-service automated pet washing stations where pet owners wash their dogs and pets.

With pet ownership high and grooming expensive, pet wash stations generate revenue of $80,000-$280,000 with 60-80% margins through wash cycles.

The business requires automated pet wash equipment, location partnerships (pet stores, car washes, vets), pet-safe shampoos and supplies, drainage and facility setup, and payment systems.

Services include self-service pet wash stations, adjustable height tubs, warm water and adjustable spray, pet-safe shampoos and conditioners, dryers and grooming tools, and timed wash cycles.

Revenue through time-based wash fees.

Success factors include partnering with pet stores or car washes, modern reliable pet wash equipment, pet-safe supplies and gentle features, convenient locations for pet owners, and attractive pricing vs professional groomers.

Marketing focuses on dog owners, large breed owners, muddy outdoor pets, and budget-conscious pet parents.

With pet ownership surging and grooming costs high in 2025, pet wash stations offer self-service opportunities serving pet care with location convenience and pricing as differentiators.