Machines Used to Wash Dogs

Dogs have a natural instinct to seek out foul-smelling substances, such as dead forest animals or manure, and roll in them. Dog owners faced with trying to get the dog to stay still while bathing may sometimes wish they could put the pet in a washing machine. The concept of dog washing machines does exist.

  1. Functions

    • The dog washing machine sprays the dogs with izonic water, which is water that has been filtered through cylinders to remove impurities and restore it to a natural clear state. This ensures it does not hurt the dog's eyes. The dog is placed inside the machine, and once the water-tight door is closed, you select the size of your dog on the settings panel. Large breeds such as German shepherds or rottweillers are too bulky to comfortably fit inside a dog washing machine. Smaller dogs such as Yorkshire terriers or Jack Russells are better suited for the dog machine washing.

    Time

    • The exact duration of a washing cycle depends on the size of your dog. You can expect a washing session to take around 30 minutes. Approximately five minutes are needed to wash and rinse the dog. The remaining 25 minutes are required to blow-dry his coat.

    Pros

    • Dog washing machines have some advantages over salon washing. A machine wash costs around $10 compared to approximately $30 for a dog salon wash. If your dog rolls in a mess while you are out, you can take him for a machine wash immediately, which is not generally possible at a salon, because you probably need to make an appointment.

    Cons

    • Because your dog is shut in a hot, confined space and sprayed with jets of water, he likely will not enjoy the experience of a washing machine. Furthermore, the system only sprays the dog with jets from the sides of the machine, and if your dog has manure or other matter stuck in his fur, the machine will not clean it efficiently. When you remove your dog, he will be warmer and fluffier, but any kind of fecal matter will remain.

    Alternative

    • An alternative dog washing machine that combines the benefits of rigorous salon washing with the convenience of a dog washing machine is dog washing equipment that restricts your dog's movements, but does not fully lock him in a small area. You can wash your dog with the provided materials, while talking to him should he become agitated. Combined with the advantage of taking your dog at any time and inserting a coin to start the process, these dog wash systems one day be a common sight at parking lots, shopping malls and dog-walking parks.