Warm-water baths and breed-specific haircuts for small dogs, brought to Martinez doors by appointment.
Martinez mixes waterfront and hillside living. Downtown has early 1900s buildings and older homes close to the shops, Hidden Valley is a family area with its own park and trails, and Alhambra Valley in the west has larger lots shaded by pines and oaks. A city dog park opened at the waterfront in 2017 with separate runs for dogs over and under 30 pounds. Rules at the shoreline are strict, and dogs stay out of marsh areas at Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline.
Small dogs with fine or curly fur pick up dust, damp and tangles on these outings and from shady yards. I wash with warm water, comb out the knots behind the ears and under the legs, and trim around the paws and face so debris does not collect. The whole visit happens in the van parked in front of your house, one dog at a time, with warm water and no waiting room.

My van is based in Oakley and I travel to Martinez by appointment. Text me your address and your dog's size and breed, and I will confirm whether I can fit you into my route. I also groom dogs in nearby Pleasant Hill, Benicia and Pittsburg, all by appointment.
The city set up a fenced dog park at the waterfront for off-leash play, with separate small and large dog runs. Elsewhere on the shoreline dogs must stay leashed and out of marsh areas. Check with the city for current hours and rules.
Regular brushing to remove pine needles, leaves and twigs before they tangle. Trimming the feathering on the legs and belly keeps debris from building up, and a quick paw check after yard time catches stuck bits.
My van is based in Oakley and I travel to Martinez by appointment. Text me your address and your dog's size and breed, and I will confirm whether I can fit you into my route.
I groom small dogs, generally under 35 pounds. My van and my one-on-one setup are built around keeping small dogs calm and comfortable.
I bring a self-contained grooming van to your home with my own warm water and a drain tank. Your dog is groomed right outside your door, so there is no mess and no water used inside your house.
Text or call (925) 666-4861 and I will get back to you to set a time. I take appointments from 8:00am to 1:30pm and I am closed Thursdays and Sundays.