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Undercoat raking and blow-out for shedders. Cuts tumbleweeds on furniture after a driveway spa day.
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Mobile pet grooming services on Chicago's North Shore
Alex’s Paws ‘n Pups brings maintenance appointments, full grooms, bath & tidys, bath-only visits, puppy introductions, and cat grooming to North Shore driveways — from Skokie and Evanston to Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, Glenview, and Northbrook. Every visit is cage-free, one-on-one, and finished in our self-contained van. Call +1 773-786-7744 for a quote based on size, coat, and condition.
Driveway refresh
Bath & Brush
Our mobile bath and brush is the go-to for dogs who need a deep clean without a full haircut. We wash, condition, blow-dry, and brush out the coat in the van so your pup goes back inside smelling clean and feeling light.
Ideal for short coats, between-groom maintenance, and pets who hate salon dryers stacked in a kennel. Everything happens one-on-one at your North Shore home.
- Premium shampoo and conditioner suited to coat type
- Thorough blow-dry and brush-out — no cage drying
- Nail trim, ear cleaning, and sanitary tidy as needed
- Cologne spritz and a finished, home-ready coat
Haircut + spa
Full dog grooming
Full grooming includes everything in the bath and brush, plus a breed-specific or custom haircut on the table. Doodles, spaniels, double coats, and mixed breeds get blended, even lines — including work around old surgical clips when needed.
Because it is mobile and cage-free, your dog is never left in a noisy row of kennels. The cut is finished, fluffed, and checked before we walk them back to your door in Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, or anywhere else we serve on the North Shore.
- Bath, dry, and full brush-out
- Haircut, scissor finish, or breed trim
- Face, feet, sanitary, and pad trims
- Nails, ears, and a style that fits real life — not just the photo
First grooms
Puppy grooming package
The puppy package is a calm first visit for pups under 6 months. We keep the session shorter, use lots of patience, and introduce the table, dryer, and nail work so your puppy learns that grooming is safe.
Starting mobile puppy grooming on the North Shore means no overwhelming salon floor. That first impression matters for doodles, retrievers, and every future haircut.
- Gentle bath and light dry
- Face, feet, and sanitary tidy if the coat needs it
- Nail introduction and ear check
- Positive handling so the next full groom is easier
Cats welcome
Mobile cat grooming
We groom cats who hate carriers — Ragdolls, Maine Coons, Norwegian Forest cats, calicos, and seniors. The van stays quiet. Your cat only travels a few steps from home, which is why mobile cat grooming on the North Shore is such a stress drop from a brick-and-mortar salon.
Lion cuts, sanitary trims, mat removal, and gentle baths are done one-on-one. If a coat is severely matted, we will talk through the safest plan before clippers come out.
- Lion cut, comb cut, or sanitary trim
- Mat splitting or shave-down when the coat requires it
- Nail trim and a calm, low-noise environment
- Bath only when the cat and coat can handle it safely
Stay on schedule
Maintenance appointments
Maintenance visits keep coats from turning into a full reset. We come back on a regular rhythm — brush-out, tidy, nails, and ears — so doodles, double coats, and cats stay comfortable between full grooms.
This is the “keep them looking like themselves” appointment. Ideal if you already like the haircut and just need the driveway spa to hold it.
- Coat check, brush-out, and light tidy
- Nails, pads, and sanitary as needed
- Ear cleaning and a fresh finish
- Easier, shorter visits than a full restyle
Clean + neat
Bath & tidy
A bath and tidy is more than a wash, less than a full haircut. We bathe, blow-dry, and tidy the face, feet, and sanitary areas so your pet looks finished — without a complete restyle.
Perfect between full grooms, for pets who don’t need a breed cut every visit, or for a quick “company is coming” driveway spa day.
- Bath, conditioner, and thorough blow-dry
- Face, feet, and sanitary tidy
- Nail trim and ear cleaning
- Cologne spritz when the coat is dry
Just a wash
Bath only
Sometimes the coat just needs a clean soak. Bath-only visits are shampoo, rinse, and a professional blow-dry in the van — no haircut, no long styling session.
Great for short coats, muddy weeks, and pets who already have a haircut they like. Still cage-free. Still one-on-one at your North Shore home.
- Dog bathing and blow dry, or a gentle cat bath when safe
- Pet blow-out for extra volume and undercoat
- Optional nails, ears, or cologne add-ons
- No kennel drying — they walk back inside fluffy
Extras
Add-ons for dogs and cats
Tell us what your pet needs when you call. Pricing depends on size, coat, and temperament.
Nail trim & grind
Clip and optional grind so nails stay short between full grooms — dogs and cats.
Ear cleaning
Gentle ear care included in most packages, with extra attention for floppy-eared breeds.
Sanitary & pad trim
Tidies that keep long-coated pets cleaner between full haircuts.
Teeth wipe / brush
A light dental wipe when your pet allows it — never forced.
Sensitive wash
Coat-specific shampoos for dry skin, odor, or sensitive pets — available now while medicated soaks are in development.
Flea & tick treatment
A thorough bath-time protocol for dogs who need extra pest cleanup. Tell us what your vet recommends.
Pet cologne
A light finishing spritz so they walk back in smelling like the spa, not the van.
Ear plucking
Careful ear hair removal for breeds that need it — only when the ear can handle it safely.
Nail painting & hair coloring
Pet-safe nail polish or a fun color accent when you want extra spa-day sparkle.
Happy Paws / express
A shorter Happy Paws visit or express pet grooming when you need the driveway spa, fast.
Senior pet grooming
Slower handling, extra warmth, and a plan that respects older joints — dogs and cats.
Face trim
Keeps eyes clear and beards neat between full haircut and styling appointments.
Soon to come
skin-kind spa day
Medicated baths for allergies, yeast & skin
Custom microbubble soaks for allergies, yeast, alopecia, and bacterial infections — in the same cage-free van. Get on the first-available list.
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Where the van rolls
Home base is 8109 Kilpatrick Ave, Skokie, IL 60076. We bring mobile dog grooming and cat grooming to driveways across Chicago’s North Shore — Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Glenview, Northbrook, Lincolnwood, Niles, Morton Grove, Northfield, and nearby towns. Call to confirm your street — travel time is built into the appointment.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Closed Friday and Sunday.
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Service FAQ
Before you book a groom
How do you price mobile grooming?
Quotes depend on species, size, coat length, condition (mats), behavior, and which package you want. Call +1 773-786-7744 with breed and a photo if the coat is overdue — that keeps the driveway visit accurate.
Do you groom matted dogs or cats?
Yes, with a safety-first plan. Severe mats may require a shorter shave. We will not rip a coat out with a comb. You will know the plan before clippers start.
Is the van really self-contained?
Yes. Warm water, climate control, and power come with us. We only need a legal place to park at your home.
Ready for the driveway spa?
Call Alex’s Paws ‘n Pups to book mobile pet grooming on Chicago’s North Shore.
+1 773-786-7744