WanderDog Mobile Grooming

About

Mobile dog grooming service in the Puget Sound area. Owner Brenda Robinson has 24+ years of grooming experience, including training under Certified Master Groomers. She specializes in small dogs (under 30 lbs) in a calm, stress-free mobile environment. Her motto is 'First - Do No Harm.' She focuses on reducing noise and stress compared to traditional grooming shops.

Services

• Mobile Dog Grooming Full grooming service for small dogs in a mobile van. Includes bath, brush, clip if applicable, toenail trim and filing, ear cleaning, premium blueberry facial, premium shampoo and conditioner.
• Specialty Shampoos Deep cleaning, hypoallergenic, flea shampoo, or smell neutralizing shampoos. All natural, environmentally friendly, made specifically for dogs. Included in base price.
• Nail Trimming and Filing Toenails trimmed and filed as part of all grooms.
• Ear Cleaning Ears cleaned as part of all grooms.
• Latch Key Services Dog can be left in crate or one room; groomer has key or garage code access. Owner receives text updates during and after groom.

Published prices

Starts at $120 — their published price, as of September 2026; confirm when booking.

Service area

• NE Tacoma
• Browns Point
• Dash Point
• West Federal Way
• Fife
• Milton
• Edgewood

Frequently asked questions

• Do you require proof of Vaccinations?

  Yes, WA State requires your dog be current rabies vaccination.

• Do you groom all breeds?

  I groom small sized dogs only.

• Don't you answer your phone?

  During the day I'm either driving or grooming. By not answering the phone the groom is not interrupted. I answer texts and phone calls between grooms and at the end of the day.

• How much does the grooming cost?

  Most grooms fall into the $120 to $160 range. An average small dog in a short trim will be $120, longer and more fluffy all over $130-160. Depends on size, coat condition, clip, and special needs.

• Do you take credit cards?

  Yes. I take Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, checks and cash. (I do not take Zelle or Venmo)

• How often should my dog be groomed?

  I recommend your dog be on a standing schedule of 2, 4 or 6 weeks depending on coat length, clip and home maintenance. Regular standing appointments ensure your preferred time slot is reserved.

• Do you have specialty shampoos?

  Yes. Deep cleaning, hypoallergenic, flea shampoo or smell neutralizing, all included in base price. All products are all natural, environmentally friendly and made specifically for dogs.

• Do you groom Doodles?

  I cannot accommodate larger Doodles on my small table, and I'm currently full on Mini Doodles.

• Do I have to be home while you're here?

  For the first visit, yes. After that we can make arrangements for latch-key access by key or garage code. Dogs must be confined to crate or one room. I ensure potty breaks and text updates.

• Can I watch?

  Unfortunately, no. Having the owner nearby can be a huge distraction for a dog which can increase the chance of injury.

• Do you need to use my water or electricity?

  No, my mobile van is completely self-sufficient. All I require is a fairly flat place to park with no low branches or wires.

• Will you come to apartment complexes?

  Yes, but I will need to clear it first with the management of your complex.

• Are there any breeds you don't groom?

  I am unable to accommodate any large dogs such as Huskies, German Shepards, Samoyeds, and Rottweilers.

• My dog has bitten other groomers in the past, will you still take him?

  No, I am unable to take aggressive dogs. Being a solitary groomer, I must be hyper vigilant about biting dogs. If aggression shows during groom, I will end the session and full price is due.

• Do you groom puppies?

  Yes! They are my favorite to groom. I specialize in teaching puppies the process, so they will be fine with being groomed for the rest of their lives.

• I have a super energized dog, how do you groom that?

  I love the high energy dogs! After twenty four years of grooming I'm used to the spinning, jumping, jerking, happy, crazy liveliness that comes from high energy dogs.

• Do you groom cats?

  I love cats, but I do not groom them.

• How do I make an appointment?

  Contact me with a phone call or text @ 253.431.3279. I'll ask your address, breed/size of dog, age, desired clip, and last professional groom date.

• What About Fleas?

  If I see fleas I will use flea shampoo, but it has no residual effect. Fleas require $40 add-on charge for fogging/debugging. Tell me in advance so I schedule you last for the day.