Dog washing and bathing services are available throughout New Jersey, providing convenient access to essential care for pets of all sizes and breeds. These services focus on basic cleaning and gentle grooming, ensuring every dog stays healthy, comfortable, and happy.
We go beyond simple washing to make every visit a positive and enjoyable experience for your furry friend. Each dog receives personalized attention, careful handling, and a soothing bath that leaves them feeling fresh and cared for.
Every dog that comes through our doors experiences the same feeling of being loved, pampered, and refreshed. From soft fur to sparkling clean coats, our goal is to make every pup look and feel their absolute best.

Whether your dog is a regular guest or visiting for the first time, we provide a warm, friendly environment where bathing is more than a chore. It is a moment of comfort, care, and joy. At Highland Kennel, clean dogs are happy dogs, and every tail wag shows just how much they appreciate the love and attention they receive.
The Highland Kennel Belief in Dog Care
We truly believe that every dog deserves to look great and feel even better. Our dog washing service goes beyond a simple bath. It keeps your pet clean, comfortable, and refreshed, much like the feeling you get after a relaxing spa day. Each bath is designed to provide gentle, attentive care to every dog, whether they are spending time with us as part of our boarding program or simply stopping by for a special spa treatment. Our team takes the time to make sure every pup feels safe, relaxed, and pampered throughout the process. We focus on providing personalized attention to meet the unique needs of each dog, ensuring that every guest receives the same high-quality care and loving treatment they deserve during their visit. With our bathing service, dogs leave looking shiny, feeling happy, and ready for play, snuggles, or whatever adventure comes next.
Why Bath Time is Essential for Every Dog
As per our knowledge, dogs love to run, roll, and play very much. Playing and activities surely make pets dirty and smelly, causing skin problems. Moreover, regular bathing is necessary to maintain their health and happiness. At Highland Kennel, we actually make bath time easy and safe for your pet, and they definitely come out clean and fresh.
Also, regular dog bathing actually keeps your pet healthy and definitely prevents skin problems and bad smells.
The Importance of Regular Dog Bathing

Moreover, bathing surely serves as more than just a grooming practice for dogs. Moreover, it plays a crucial role in maintaining their complete health and well-being. Basically, regular baths remove dirt and loose fur, and it’s the same way we prevent skin problems and bad smells. A clean coat helps the skin breathe properly and reduces shedding further, which keeps the dog comfortable throughout the year itself.
We are seeing that a good bath only helps balance your dog’s natural skin oils, which can stop dryness and make the coat shiny and healthy. Further, bathing helps check the skin itself for irritation, ticks, or other problems that need further attention. Clean dogs are actually healthier and happier, and they are definitely more pleasant to cuddle with at home.
Pet-Friendly Soaps and Gentle Care
Pet-friendly soaps provide gentle care for animals and further ensure their skin remains healthy. The soap itself contains mild ingredients that do not harm pets during bathing.
At Highland Kennel, we are seeing that your dog’s safety is coming first only. We actually use only pet-friendly soaps and shampoos that definitely clean well while being gentle on your pet’s skin and coat. Our grooming products are specially made for dogs to further prevent dryness and skin problems, ensuring the pet’s health itself remains protected.
Our shampoos provide deep cleaning and further protect pets from fleas and ticks, creating natural defense itself. Regular washing surely reduces pest problems and keeps the dog’s coat clean and shiny. Moreover, it helps maintain the fur in good condition and prevents bad smell.
Basically, every bath is done with the same gentle care and love. As per our approach, we treat each dog as a different individual regarding their bathing needs. We make sure every dog gets a calm and stress-free bathing experience.
What’s Included in Our Dog Washing Service
As per our dog washing service, we include all basic cleaning items. Regarding the service details, customers get complete bathing facilities for their dogs.
When you bring your dog to Highland Kennel for bath, we are seeing they get more than only quick wash.
We surely offer a complete pampering experience that includes various services. Moreover, this comprehensive approach ensures all client needs are properly addressed.
Step-by-Step Pampering Process
Bath time at Highland Kennel is all about pampering your pup and making them feel amazing. We use only mild, dog-safe shampoos and conditioners to give a gentle, relaxing foam massage that helps your pet unwind and feel completely stress-free. Every bath includes a full rinse to make sure no soap is left behind, keeping their coat fresh and clean. Afterward, we use a soft towel or a gentle blow-dry depending on what makes your dog most comfortable, making drying a pleasant part of the experience.
We also give every coat a careful brushing to remove loose hair and bring out a natural shine, leaving fur soft, smooth, and beautiful. For pups who need a little extra tidying, we can do light hair trimming to keep hair neat, especially around the eyes and face, so your dog looks sharp and stays comfortable. Our goal is to have every dog leave feeling fresh, calm, and happy, ready to show off their shiny coat and wagging tail. Bath time at Highland Kennel is more than clean fur; it’s a moment of love, care, and pure tail-wagging joy.
The Benefits of Proper Grooming
Keeping your dog clean is about more than just looking good. Regular baths and light grooming help prevent skin problems, maintain proper hygiene, and keep your furry friend feeling happy and healthy. Brushing is just as important because it stops hair from tangling and knotting while also reducing shedding and allergens in your home. That means a cleaner space for everyone and less mess to worry about.
A fresh and well-groomed dog also smells wonderful because dirt and bacteria are washed away, and their skin stays balanced with natural oils intact. Grooming time is also a chance to bond with your pet. Every brush, rub, and gentle massage creates positive experiences that strengthen your connection and bring joy to both of you. The benefits of a clean dog are easy to see. Their coat shines, their energy increases, and their tail is always wagging. A freshly washed pup gains confidence and happiness, and watching them feel proud and pampered is one of the most rewarding parts of caring for your pet.
Light Dog Grooming
Light dog grooming is all about keeping your furry friend happy, healthy, and looking their best without going overboard. At Highland Kennel, our light grooming services are perfect for dogs who need a little extra care between full grooming sessions. We focus on the essential touches that make a big difference in your dog’s daily comfort and overall health.
Nail Clipping
One of the most important aspects of light grooming is nail care. Clipping your dog’s nails may seem simple, but it is essential for their comfort and mobility. Overgrown nails can cause discomfort or even joint issues over time.

Our experienced team gently trims nails to the proper length, helping your dog move comfortably while keeping their paws safe and healthy.Another key part of light grooming is hair trimming. We focus on light trimming to keep your dog’s coat neat and tidy. This includes trimming hair around the eyes, face, and paws to prevent irritation and maintain a clean, polished look. We never remove more than necessary, so your dog maintains their natural charm while staying comfortable.

Teeth Cleaning
Dental care is also an important part of light grooming. Brushing your dog’s teeth helps prevent plaque buildup, bad breath, and more serious dental issues.
Our team carefully brushes and cleans your dog’s teeth, keeping their smile healthy and their breath fresh. Light grooming also includes brushing and detangling the coat.
Regular brushing helps remove loose fur, prevent mats, and keep the coat shiny and soft. It also provides an opportunity for our team to check for skin issues, ticks, or any signs of irritation, making sure your dog is healthy and happy.
Our light grooming is gentle, stress-free, and tailored to each dog’s needs. It is perfect for pets of all breeds and sizes, whether they are visiting for a bath, boarding with us, or coming in for a quick touch-up. With light grooming, your dog looks great, feels great, and stays healthy while enjoying a little pampering from our caring team. Regular grooming not only improves your dog’s appearance but also strengthens the bond between you and your beloved companion.
Caring for Dogs of All Breeds and Sizes
Dogs of all breeds and sizes actually need proper care and attention. Pet owners definitely must provide regular feeding, exercise, and medical checkups for their animals. Basically, whether your dog is big, small, or has short or fluffy hair, our team knows the same way to make them comfortable during washing. We are seeing that each bath is made only for what your pet needs. We are seeing that young puppies have lots of energy while old dogs only need gentle care, so we change our methods to make sure every dog guest stays safe and happy.
Our staff actually knows how dogs behave and can definitely make them feel calm and happy. We take proper time and ensure your dog feels loved and secure throughout the process itself, further making sure it remains comfortable from beginning to end.
Dog Washing for All Friendly Pets
Basically, dog washing is the same simple process that everyone can do. As per our services, you can use our dog bathing facility even if your dog is not staying with us. Regarding bathing, boarding is not required. We actually provide dog washing and bathing services for all friendly dogs in the area. Community dogs can definitely use our bathing facilities. Your pet needs cleaning after getting dirty or requires complete washing itself, and we provide further assistance for these services.
Further, walk-in customers are welcome, but appointments are appreciated further so we can give proper time and attention to each dog itself. As per our suggestion, call before coming if you want to fix a specific time, especially regarding busy weekends.

Trusted Experience and Long Standing Reputation
Highland Kennel has surely been one of New Jersey’s most respected pet care facilities since 1978. Moreover, it has maintained this reputation for over four decades. Our reputation itself is built on trust and genuine love for animals, which further shows our long commitment to compassionate care. Our team members share the same goal to provide quality care that makes dogs feel loved and clean, and this care itself ensures proper treatment. We further aim to make every dog feel cared for through our services.
When you choose Highland Kennel, we are seeing that you are choosing a team that only treats your pet like family member. Moreover, as per our approach, we provide more than basic service regarding kindness, patience, and care for all small details. We are seeing that your dog’s comfort and good health come first only, and we want your pet to stay happy always.

Every Dog Deserves Pampering!
Basically, Highland Kennel gives the same pampering treatment to your dog like you would give at home. A freshly washed dog is actually very soft and clean, and they are definitely full of happiness.
Basically, Highland Kennel makes the same experience simple and good for pets and their owners. We are seeing that with soft care and good products only, we make sure every bath helps your dog feel very good and happy.
Your dog will surely receive warm and respectful treatment whether you are visiting us for the first time or returning as our regular customer.
Moreover, this consistent care approach has established our trusted reputation in New Jersey over many decades. We are seeing Highland Kennel giving professional dog washing and bathing services that go beyond only grooming work. Here, every dog actually deserves to feel loved and fresh, and they definitely get ready for their next big fun time.