Welcome to a Dog Wash unlike anything you've experienced.
Pet World spent years perfecting a more loving, less stressful bath time experience for dogs and we're teaching our methods to you!
info updated Spring 2025
Walk in Wednesdays 12-6!
Please call Taylor Sunday through Thursday at 785-841-7476 for an appointment, or walk in on a Wednesday afternoon and grab an available spot!
NEW CLIENT SPECIAL!
First visit? Ask for your new client, half price Buddy Bath!
Small dogs who comfortably fit in our shopping baskets get the Dinky Dog Discount of 20% off all regularly priced services!
Call 785-841-7476 Sunday through Thursday and ask for Taylor to schedule your appointment.
Free deshedding with every bath!
Also includes a walk, preferencial face cleaning, and ear cleaning.
Optional add-on blow drying and add-on nail trimming when applicable (depending on the dog's needs and tolerance at the moment and the remaining time available at the end of appointment).
Please Note: Owner stays and participates 50/50 with our bather the entire time during the first Buddy Bath visit as part of the intake process.
THREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE!
The Buddy Bath™
Using a blend of classical and operant conditioning principles, along with caring respect for the canine mentality, we've developed a trademark dog bathing experience that is the least stressful approach we could imagine. The Buddy Bath™ is 100% about what works best for your unique dog! By combining best practice tips from trusted canine professionals across the globe, our gentle, loving Buddy Bath™ system will leave both you and your dog feeling relaxed, happy, and satisfied. Exclusive, private use of our safe, secure dog wash means no other dogs around. This is your time. Just you, your dog, and our qualified bather. Typically about 45-50 minutes, it's not the fastest or cheapest method, nor is it the slowest or most expensive, but it's definitely the best within the boundaries of low stress dog bathing.
Complimentary deshedding is always included, nail trims are an optional add on as time, need, and tolerance allows. Bring a towel for your vehicle because, to reduce stress, on the first Buddy Bath we only towel dry but optional blow drying will be discussed and might be added later depending on the dog. All first time visits must be scheduled as a Buddy Bath as part of our intake/evaluation process. At least one owner stays and participates the entire time (allow up to an hour).
Make your appointment today to see for yourself what all the buzz is about!
(Extra Hairy Hounds and Big Buddy Baths for dogs over 65 lbs. are unavailable at this time.)
The D.I.Y. Do It (mostly) Yourself Bath
After learning the Buddy Bath technique during your first visit, we'll help you determine if bathing your special canine is a one or two person job. For dogs who can be safely and comfortably bathed by one person in around 45 minutes, you might opt to use Pet World's private dog wash facility and save money by bathing your dog yourself. Everything you need is included. Our trained attendant will always be right there to get you started and help you master our compassionate canine approach but you'll do most of the work on your own using all of our equipment, tools, products, and towels, including our Furminators® for deshedding, at no extra charge. (Extra Hairy Hounds and Big DIY Baths for hairy dogs over 65 lbs not currently available.)
The Deluxe (mostly) Full Serve Bath
After working alongside our expert bathers during your initial Buddy Bath™ you will see how smoothly the process went for your dog and, if your dog can be comfortably and safely bathed by our bather alone, you may choose to pay extra and let us handle the bathing for you while you run errands, shop, grab a coffee, or relax watching all our fish. Because you know firsthand exactly what happens during the process and how your dog handles each step, you can make an informed decision regarding the services you want. We'll customize the bath to suit your dog's needs. Furminator® deshedding is included in the Deluxe along with a complimentary nail trim and your choice of natural fragrance spritz. Stay for the very beginning of the process until your pooch is comfortable then return about 40 minutes later to a happy, clean canine. (Extra Hairy Hounds and Big Buddy Baths for dogs over 65 lbs unavailable at this time.)
DESHEDDING ONLY
Just need a deshedding without a bath? No problem. Call to set up an appointment or walk in on a Wednesday afternoon!
$20 for most dogs (up to 65 lbs), $15 for Dinky Dogs
About the tile artwork: After the fire destroyed Pet World, we asked our customer family what they wanted when we reopened and, at your suggestion, decided to add a dog wash during the rebuild. Sunfire Ceramics then coordinated a community effort to hand paint commemorative tiles for the new PW Dog Wash. We were touched by the gesture and anticipated maybe a cute row of tiles across the top of the tubs. Imagine our surprise when they delivered the tiles and there were hundreds! Box after box! Every day we are reminded of the outpouring of love and support from our community. Stop by and see the tiles for yourself, and prepare to have your heart overflow.
You Asked. We Answered.
Lawrence and the KC/Topeka areas have plenty of great, local places to get your dog groomed and more than enough self-serve dog washes around.
But those places are not right for everyone. Our customers wanted something different, exclusive, private, specifically canine-centric.
Here's what you asked for:
"Completely about me and my dog at that moment."
"Not super fast but doesn't take all day."
"One dog at a time."
"Something different, in the middle, between grooming and self serve."
"A full service experience without other dogs barking or my dog waiting in a kennel."
"Quiet and calm."
"Compassion based, but not overly expensive."
"More about my dog than me."
Since we couldn't find exactly what you were looking for in a Dog Wash, we created it.
Thank you for this wonderful idea!
The Pet World Experience
Making a difference since 1988.
Pet World's Dog Wash is located in the back of Pet World,
711 W. 23rd St., Lawrence, KS, 66046.
Parking is readily available near our
Pooch Park on the west side of the building.
By Appointment Only except:
Walk-In Wednesdays 12-6pm
Walk-ins are welcome on Wednesday afternoons (as time permits).
Appointments on Wednesdays and other days are guaranteed.
Call Taylor 785-841-7476 Sunday through Thursday to schedule.
