Wash & de-shed (small dog)
Ear clean, nail trim, de-shed, wash & dry.
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Wash, de-shed & blow-dry for big dogs with double coats : Golden Retrievers, Border Collies, Labradors, and more. Patient with nervous dogs, gentle on sensitive skin.
Services
Every wash is built around your dog's coat, not a one-size-fits-all bath. Pick your dog's breed below, then tap Book Now.
Prices below are indicative "from" prices based on Ballarat groomers. The final price is confirmed at booking.
We're not a poodle or 'oodle groomer.
Ear clean, nail trim, de-shed, wash & dry.
Book this serviceBook this serviceAll-over body clip (shave down), brush-out, wash & dry.
Book this serviceBook this serviceEars, nails, feathers / feet / hygiene tidy, de-shed, wash & dry.
Book this serviceBook this serviceEar clean, nail trim, feet / feathers / hygiene tidy, de-shed, wash & blow-dry.
Book this serviceBook this serviceEar clean, nail trim, feet / feathers / hygiene tidy, de-shed, wash & blow-dry.
Book this serviceBook this serviceEar clean, nail trim, wash & blow-dry.
Book this serviceBook this serviceEar clean, nail trim, feet / feathers / hygiene tidy, de-shed, wash & blow-dry.
Book this serviceBook this serviceEar clean, nail trim, wash & blow-dry.
Book this serviceBook this serviceStandalone nail trim, under Extras.
Book this serviceBook this serviceAlso included across washes: brush-out · mat removal · undercoat removal · pad & paw trim · ear cleaning · hygiene services.
Why Al's
Most groomers are set up for small dogs and quick trims. Al's is set up for the dogs other groomers find hard: big, heavy-coated, and shedding.
Book NowBook NowGolden Retrievers, Border Collies, Labradors, Staffies, Japanese Spitz and Maremmas. Big dogs are what we do every day.
Undercoat removal, brush-out and blow-dry, not just a rinse. Less fur on your floors, and a coat that actually feels lighter.
Nervous dogs can be accommodated on request. We take our time, especially around feet and nails.
Dogs with sensitive skin can be accommodated. Tell us at booking and we'll take care.
★ 4.9 / 5 from 39 reviews
Washed at home, patient and gentle, a pug who usually hates it, handled with care.
Washed and de-shedded properly, came home looking and smelling great.
Nervous about her nails, and for the first time, she stayed calm for a nail clip.
A very big dog, washed thoroughly. The team takes pride in the work and clearly enjoys it.
A long wash and de-shed, plus nails and ears. Thorough, patient, and good-humoured throughout.
Book a wash and see the difference a proper de-shed makes.
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How to book
Choose your dog's breed wash above, or a nail trim.
Pick a date and time that suits you. We will confirm your booking by phone or text.
Questions, answered
Have a question about your dog's wash? Reach out anytime and we will be happy to help.
Prices on this page are indicative "from" prices based on Ballarat groomers. The final price is confirmed when you book.
It depends on the breed and coat, from 1 hour for a Labrador wash & dry, to 2 hours 30 minutes for a Maremma wash or a Shavedown. Each service card above shows its time.
Yes, nervous dogs can be accommodated on request. Tell us at booking so we can take extra time, especially around feet and nails.
Yes, dogs with sensitive skin can be accommodated. Let us know at booking.
No, we're not a poodle or 'oodle groomer. 'Oodle owners are best served by a salon groomer.
Tap Book Now, fill in your details and your dog's, pick a date and time, and you're booked. We will confirm by phone or text.
Please let us know as early as you can. Late cancellations of a first-time appointment may not be rebooked.
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