Abstract: A lightweight and portable pet bathing apparatus for bathing small pets in a bathtub or shower stall includes a bathing platform upon which the pet can stand or sit while being washed. A pedestal structure, including a base and vertical support post, supports the bathing platform at a convenient height which allows a person to stand while bathing the animal. The bathing platform is specifically structured and configured to provide full access to the animal's underside, including the chest, belly and legs, so that the animal can be easily and thoroughly washed and rinsed with the use of a handheld shower nozzle. A drainage system directs water from the bathing platform into the base where it is contained in order to increase the weight of the base, thereby providing greater stability to the apparatus.