The Dog Wash Machine Every Doggy Daycare Should Have
Your clients drop off a clean dog and pick up a tired, dirty one. That handoff is a service opportunity you’re currently giving away for free.
PetScrub is a self-serve dog wash machine designed for doggy daycares — placed indoors or outdoors, it runs 10-minute sessions that clients pay $20 for at pickup. No extra staff. No wet grooming room. Just a machine that converts the natural end of every daycare day into an upsell your clients are grateful to use.
And when your doors close for the night? The machine keeps earning from walk-in neighborhood traffic 24 hours a day.
How PetScrub Works
Step 1 — Deshed: A brush attachment removes the loose undercoat that a full day of play loosens and brings to the surface. Hair goes into the machine’s collection system, not your floor.
Step 2 — Dry: Pressurized air pushes a clean solution from the dog’s skin outward, lifting embedded dirt and remaining fur from root to tip. The dog stays dry throughout.
Step 3 — Clean: A final brush-out leaves the coat clean, fresh, and tight. Total time: ~10 minutes.
Machine Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Footprint | 5.8 ft wide × 3.5 ft deep |
| Height | 7.5 ft |
| Session time | ~10 minutes |
| Water per session | 32 oz |
| Done-for-you price | $20/session (daycare rate) |
| Self-serve price | $19.99/session |
Two Revenue Streams from One Machine
Stream 1 — Done-for-You at Pickup: During business hours, your staff runs a quick 10-minute wash at pickup for $20. Clients who had their dog in daycare all day are the most motivated buyers — their dog is dirty, they’re tired, and the machine is right there. No grooming license required.
Stream 2 — Self-Serve Walk-In Traffic After Hours: Place the machine in an accessible outdoor or semi-outdoor location, and it becomes a neighborhood dog wash station when your facility is closed. Walk-in clients pay $19.99 from their phone and use the machine themselves. You earn revenue from customers you never had to acquire.
Revenue Projection for a Daycare
| Upsell Rate | Sessions/Day | Monthly Add-On Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| 20% of clients | 6 | ~$3,600 |
| 30% of clients | 9 | ~$5,400 |
| 50% of clients | 15 | ~$9,000 |
August 2026 Update
5 New Features Now on Every PetScrub Machine
Split across two audiences — here’s what changed for your business and for your customers.
For Operators
Subscription-Plan ManagementYour members can now update, pause, or change their plan anytime from their account. Fewer support calls for you.
Centralized DashboardEvery subscription, one-off wash, and revenue figure in one place. Realtime visibility without digging through separate reports.
For Pet Owners
One-Brush Automated MixingAuto-dispenses water and shampoo through a single brush: Deshed → Clean → Rinse → Dry. No guesswork, no fumbling between hoses.
Wash TimerA built-in session countdown keeps things moving. Your dog’s done in about 10 minutes.
Audio GuideFirst time at PetScrub? The machine walks you through each step with a voice prompt. No instructions to read, no confusion at the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
5 New Features Now on Every PetScrub Machine
Split across two audiences — here’s what changed for your business and for your customers.
For Operators
For Pet Owners
What is a dog wash machine for a doggy daycare?
A dog wash machine for daycares is a self-contained unit that runs a brush-based deshed, dry, and clean process in about 10 minutes — without water spray, soaking, or a professional groomer. PetScrub’s machine (5.8 ft × 3.5 ft footprint, 7.5 ft tall) is designed to be operated by any staff member at pickup, or by clients themselves during off-hours.
Does a doggy daycare need a grooming license to use PetScrub?
No. PetScrub is a self-serve wash machine, not a professional grooming service. No grooming license is required. The machine is designed specifically for unlicensed, staff-operated or self-operated use.
How much does a PetScrub session cost at a daycare?
PetScrub sessions at doggy daycares are priced at $20 for done-for-you (staff-operated) and $19.99 for self-serve. These prices are set by PetScrub and billed automatically through the app.
How long does a PetScrub session take?
Each session takes approximately 10 minutes from start to finish. A staff member can run a done-for-you session in the time it takes a client to get their dog leashed and head to the car.
Add PetScrub to your daycare — and turn pickup into a revenue moment.
Book a 30-minute call with a PetScrub advisor. We’ll walk you through the done-for-you model, the after-hours walk-in opportunity, and an ROI estimate based on your daily dog count.
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