Mucky pups can get a makeover at one of these Vancouver dog spas. From a shampoo bath to a manicure or massage, lucky little furry friends are pampered as much as their humans at these day spas for canines, where creatures big and small can have some good clean fun. [Image credit: iStock.com/ Rich Legg]
Vancouver’s stylish Yaletown neighbourhood is the go-to place for humans who want to pamper themselves. At Barking Babies’ on-site spaw, pups get the same special treatment with a range of options from grooming (complete with pretty bows for the girls and bandanas for the boys) to massage therapy for stressed-out pets.
Classy canines can enjoy a faux fur-lined bed while they wait for their spa treatments at The Pet Shop Boys. Treat your beloved pooch to a paw-dicure or get creative and have a stylist do a customized dye job or fashion cut if your pup enjoys being a diva. Stop by for a visit with the pet psychic afterwards to see if your four-legged friend is happy with their new hair.
Keep your pet looking pawsh with a nail trim, haircut, ear cleaning, and other essential beautifications services specially designed for furry friends. Hypoallergenic shampoos stop any tears in the tub and spa technicians are trained in various breed-standard cuts so you can get the best ’do for your dog.
Just like the name suggests, Spa Dog Organic Dog Spa specializes in earth-friendly pampering for your pooch. Using the Black Sheep range of organic shampoo, the bath and grooming packages range from allergy-free to ‘dirty stinky dog’ double shampoos for those extra fragrant four-legged friends.
Fido will find a wide range of relaxing spa treatments on offer at Pet Parlour; the extensive service menu includes everything from hydro-therapy to pedicures and shampoos. A self-wash is a good option for anxious owners who want a squeaky clean dog but also want a squeaky clean bathtub at home – bring them to the spa and get the best of both worlds.
As well as grooming packages, grimy pups can also enjoy added extras at Unleashed Dog Spa such as a free blueberry facial with each wash and ample time to relax in the luxurious spa lounge area before and after treatments. Hydro-massage washes and hand-fluff drying give dogs an extra special treat.
Every hotel should have a spa, and at Rex Hotel for dogs, furry friends can also enjoy an afternoon of pampering along with their vacation. Leave them to bed down in the boutique bow-wow hotel and book them in for a grooming experience at the spa so you can pick them up looking as fresh as a daisy.
Got a stinky dinky dog? Stanley Bark specializes in bath times for little pups. Using Black Sheep Organic bath products, the doggie daycare and spa offers nail trims and a BBB (bath, blow dry and brush out) for tiny, small and medium-sized dogs.
Looking for a hip haircut for your hound? Kitsilano’s Paw Prints offers standard grooming packages alongside some wild and wacky options. Skip the classic cut and opt for fashion-forward styles like mohawks, lion cuts and bell bottoms for your little buddy.