Abstract: An animal bathing stand adapted to be disposed within wash basins or the like to aid in the washing of an animal. The stand preferably comprises a generally planar, rigid central surface elevated from the bottom of the wash basin by foot structure which may be varied in length to fit the individual application. A resilient pad disposed over the supporting surface provides secure footing for the animal to be washed. The pad preferably includes a peripheral skirt for adapting the stand for use in wash basins of varying dimensions. Perforations provided within the skirt aid in draining. Leash structure provided in a preferred form of the washing stand may be variably coupled between the supporting stand and the animal to facilitate use of the invention with animals of different height.