Zion Pet Mobiles: Custom Mobile Pet Grooming Trucks and Trailers

Zion Pet Mobiles

Custom mobile pet grooming built right.

Designed and built in Woodland Park, Colorado. Delivered across the western U.S. The same shop and the same standards behind 300+ commercial mobile builds, applied to pet grooming rigs that hold up to thousands of services.

6-8 week build Starting $75K 6 states delivered
Mobile pet grooming professional finish: freshly groomed dog wrapped in towel
Photo: Hayffield L / Unsplash
300+
Mobile Builds
6-8
Week Build Time
$75K
Starting Price
6
States Served
24hr
Quote Turnaround

What we build

Four configurations sized to your route and your service plan. Every build customized to your specs, not assembled from a template.

Bath-Only Mobile

$55,000 to $75,000

14ft trailer or van. Single tub, basic dryer, lighter equipment. High-volume bath-focused service.

Standard Grooming

$75,000 to $95,000

16-18ft Ford E-450 cutaway. Hydraulic tub, dryer, dual A/C, water heater. Most common.

Premium / Dual-Tub

$95,000 to $130,000

20-22ft. Two tubs for tandem grooming, two dryers, full stainless interior, premium climate.

Vet / Specialty

$95,000 to $140,000

Custom layout for veterinary clinic integration or specialty grooming (show breeds, cats).

What comes standard on every build

Every truck includes the infrastructure for quality grooming on the road from day one. Properly sized for working all day, every day.

Hydraulic-Lift Tub
Stainless steel, no-shoulder, foot-pedal lift. Saves your back working with large breeds.
Hydraulic Grooming Table
30 inch by 48 inch laminate top. Foot-pedal height. Restraint loops.
High-Velocity Dryer
2-3 HP K-9 II or Edemco. Variable speed. Reinforced hose.
Tankless Water Heater
5-6 GPM continuous. No recovery time between appointments.
50/75 Gal Water Tanks
Fresh and grey sized for 6-8 dogs between fills.
7-10 kW Cummins Onan
Sized for dryer plus dual A/C plus water heater concurrently.
Dual Rooftop A/C
Two 13.5K BTU units. Pets and groomers comfortable in 100F summers.
Diamond Plate Floor
Aluminum, sealed seams, integrated drain. Hose-out clean.
Stainless Prep Counters
Cabinets for shampoos, brushes, scissors, clippers.
Hair Containment
Tub-drain hair trap plus HEPA shop vac for table cleanup.
LED Lighting
Color-temp matched for accurate coat color work.
Custom Vinyl Wrap
Your branding. Cast vinyl with laminate. 5-7 year life.

Pricing by build profile

Real 2025-2026 quote pricing. Send specs for your exact quote within 24 hours.

Bath-Only Mobile

$55K-$75K
14ft trailer or van
  • Single tub, basic dryer
  • 5 kW generator
  • 40 gal fresh / 50 gal grey
  • Single rooftop A/C
  • Basic stainless interior

Premium / Dual-Tub

$95K-$130K
20-22ft tandem grooming
  • Two tubs, two dryers
  • 12 kW Cummins Onan
  • 60 gal fresh / 90 gal grey
  • Full stainless interior
  • Premium climate (3 A/C)
  • Recirculating shampoo

Vet / Specialty

$95K-$140K
Custom layout
  • Practice-branded integration
  • Climate-controlled cage area
  • Record-keeping station
  • Hydraulic lift gate
  • Vet-grade sanitation

Zion vs the big specialty builders

Honest comparison with Wag'n Tails and Hanvey. Same standards, faster timeline, 25-35% less.

Wag'n TailsHanveyZion Pet Mobiles
Starting price (van)~$103,000~$101,999$75,000
Build timeline16-26 weeks12-20 weeks6-8 weeks
Customer-specific layoutTemplate-basedTemplate-basedCustom every build
Western U.S. deliveryExtra shippingExtra shippingIncluded from CO
Documentation packetAvailableAvailableIncluded standard
Rush builds availableNoNoYes, 4 weeks
Bring your own chassisNoNoYes, save $30-45K

Who we build for

We have built or quoted pet mobiles for six customer profiles. The build adjusts to your operation.

Solo Groomer Going Mobile

Coming from a salon. Most common customer. 16-18ft Ford E-450 build around $75K-$95K.

Multi-Truck Operator

Adding truck 2, 3, or 4. Fleet-consistent builds. Same specs across units.

Salon Owner Adding Mobile

Existing salon expanding to capture at-home customers. Mobile is the premium tier of your brand.

Vet Practice

Practice adding mobile grooming. Branded to the practice. Integrated record-keeping.

Bath-Only Operator

Volume bath service. Smaller rig, lower price, higher daily throughput. $55K-$75K.

Specialty Groomer

Cat grooming, show breeds, senior pets. Custom equipment for niche service.

COLORADO HQ WY MT NE AZ CA

Where we deliver

From our Woodland Park, Colorado shop. Door-to-door delivery included within service area.

  • Colorado HQ
  • Wyoming 4-6 hr drive
  • Montana 8-12 hr drive
  • Arizona 10-12 hr drive
  • Nebraska 6-8 hr drive
  • California 14-18 hr drive

Outside service area: +$1,500 to $4,500 for long-haul.

How a build works

Refined over 300+ deliveries.

Quote and Design
Send specs. We quote within 24 hours.
Contract and Deposit
Sign, deposit, design locked.
Source and Fab
Weeks 1-4: chassis prep, equipment sourced, fabrication.
Install and Commission
Weeks 4-6: equipment installed, tested. Plumbing, electrical.
Wrap and Detail
Week 6-7: vinyl wrap, final detail.
Inspect and Deliver
Week 7-8: walkthrough, delivery.

Frequently asked questions

Q. How much does a mobile pet grooming truck cost?

$75K to $130K for a new fully-equipped van or cutaway. $55K to $95K for a trailer. Full breakdown by builder.

Q. How long is the build?

6-8 weeks standard. 8-12 weeks for custom or premium. Wag'n Tails and Hanvey run 12-26 weeks. Week-by-week timeline.

Q. What size generator do I need?

7 kW for standard solo grooming. 10 kW for dual-tub. 5 kW for bath-only. Full sizing guide.

Q. How much water capacity do I need?

50 gal fresh / 75 gal grey covers 5-7 dogs/day. High-volume needs 60-75 fresh. Water sizing guide.

Q. Do I need certification?

Most states don't require it. CT, MD, NJ, NYC do. NDGAA or IPG are voluntary. Certification guide.

Q. Can I bring my own chassis?

Yes. Saves $30K to $45K. About 1 in 5 customers does this. Have a commercial mechanic verify first.

Q. How much can a mobile groomer make?

Solo grosses $120K to $185K in year 2 with 25-40% net margin. Revenue breakdown.

Q. What insurance do I need?

5 policies, $2.5K to $5.5K/year. Commercial auto, general liability, professional, CCC, equipment. Insurance breakdown.

Ready to start your build?

Tell us your route plan and service capacity. Quote back within 24 hours.

Get a Free Quote Call 719-722-2537

Ready to build your truck?

We design and build custom food trucks and trailers compliant with the regulations on this page. From a single phone call to keys-in-hand in 6 to 8 weeks for most builds.

Built in Woodland Park, Colorado. Delivered to operators in CO, AZ, NE, MT, and WY.

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