Dirty Dogs Hillcrest appears in this San Diego, California directory as a self-service dog-wash location. Available source details specifically mention bathing and brush-outs, dog haircuts and coat trims, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and self-service dog wash. Source text also notes cage-free grooming. Other listed pet-care categories include pet supplies. Published hours cover seven days, including Saturday and Sunday. The business profile says walk-ins accepted. Other profile attributes include wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking, free parking lot, and credit and debit cards. Listed location: 1040 University Ave b113, San Diego, CA 92103.
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Directory fields are a snapshot from 2026-08-29. They are not an inspection or professional review. Page content updated 2026-09-21.
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No dog-size, coat, age, or temperament fit was confirmed.
No training, certification, handling, or safety credential was confirmed.
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self-service dog washbathing and brush-outsdog haircuts and coat trimsnail trimmingear cleaning
Related services listed
pet supplies
Practical fit and trust signals
These attributes and claims appeared in the available source material. They are useful questions for comparison, not an inspection or independent certification by Dog Groomers US.
credit cardsdebit cardscontactless mobile payments
Ownership identifiers
women-owned
Schedule snapshot
Published hours
Monday
8AM-7PM
Tuesday
8AM-7PM
Wednesday
8AM-7PM
Thursday
8AM-7PM
Friday
8AM-7PM
Saturday
8AM-7PM
Sunday
8AM-7PM
Hours can change for holidays, staffing, and appointment-only operations. Call before traveling.
Optional grooming photo guide — not this business
No authorized photos of Dirty Dogs Hillcrest have been supplied to this directory. The five examples below explain questions to ask; they are not evidence of this business’s premises, results or handling.
Image note: These are licensed, representative grooming images—not photos of Dirty Dogs Hillcrest. We do not republish Google Business photos. Owners can submit authorized business-specific images through the claim process.
Representative editorial portrait of a groomed Cocker Spaniel; it does not depict this listed business. A finished look does not establish handling quality. Ask about the process as well as the haircut.Representative editorial image of a dog during bath time; it does not depict this listed business. Ask which bathing products are included and tell the provider about known product sensitivities.Representative editorial image of two well-groomed Samoyeds; it does not depict this listed business. For a dense double coat, compare brushing and de-shedding scope rather than assuming a haircut is included.Representative editorial close-up of professional coat trimming; it does not depict this listed business. Show the groomer the result you want, then agree what is realistic for the coat's current condition.Representative editorial image of professional coat trimming; it does not depict this listed business. Discuss the requested body length before clipping starts. A photograph cannot establish that a particular trim suits your dog's coat.
Questions worth asking
Questions tailored to this listing
What experience does the groomer have with your dog's breed, coat, age, size, health, and behavior needs?
Which tub, dryer, tools, products, time limits, and staff assistance are included with self-service washing?
How will coat condition affect the requested trim, and will the groomer call before making a major style or length change?
Does nail care use clipping, grinding, or both, and how is the service handled if a dog becomes distressed?
What is included in the quote, and which coat-condition, handling, product, or late-pickup charges can change it?
How are drying, supervision, sanitation, secure waiting, distress, injury, and veterinary emergencies handled?
