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Cocker Specific Discussion => Grooming => Topic started by: JaspersMum on October 03, 2008, 05:17:56 PM
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I have suggested I would like a proper grooming dryer for the dogs as I've burnt out my hairdryer with all the dust and time to dry three dogs! Birthday coming ;)
It has to be a budget model but I like the sound of the attachments on some for the cage so I can bring back wet dogs, stick them in a cage and dry them quickly, brush them off and reduce the wet dirt all over the lounge!
Have looked at these - anyone got one or have opinion :-\ http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Pet-Dryer-Dog-Hair-Dryer-Blower-Blaster-Petsystems_W0QQitemZ360092355107QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item360092355107&_trkparms=72%3A1301%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Metro-Air-Force-Quick-Draw-Pet-Dog-Grooming-Blow-Dryer_W0QQitemZ160289208734QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item160289208734&_trkparms=72%3A1301%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Bought cheap in the past and regretted it so if that's the case maybe I have to wait till finances better ;)
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Jenny, I've got this one http://www.oakenshaw.com/Allbrooks/Products/BiggerImages/Powerpac.htm and I paid a small fortune for it years ago, so I would suggest making your bids. :shades:
I should point out that these are powerful and send hair/dust/wet everywhere (I can only use mine outside) so as long as you've got a dog/utility room (which I haven't) you'll be onto a winner.
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the first one looks ok but if you are thinking of getting the second one you wont be able to use it without a power transformer as it is for american voltage (110v) not uk voltage (240v)
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We have DOUBLE "K" CHALLENGAIR 850XL
http://www.peasridge.co.uk/acatalog/Dryers_-_Floor_Standing.html
Its fantastic and drys them really fast this one is powerful aswell so you have to hold on to them or they are off ph34r
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Half the garage is converted to the doggy area now (good job we have a double garage ;) So dust not too much a problem. Not sure OH will treat me to such an expensive present though :-\
Have visions of having to keep the doors firmly closed or dogs and the cat will be blown away and there could be reports of extreme winds in parts of North Worcestershire :005:
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hi - we got a challengair from Petcetera - it is very powerful but a bit noisy - they aren't cheap but it has cut drying time down significantly - the hair dryer was taking at least 2 hours cos the legs were taking ages to dry ::) Some of the ones which others have put links to look fabulous though! :lol2: Hope you manage to get one you like ;)
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are dog dryers quieter than human ones? Mali runs a mile as soon as I get mine out to do my hair so I'm not sure she would allow me to use on on her
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Hi Ginny B - Some of them are really noisy so it would be worth checking with the supplier - ours is very noisy but luckily the Daxlet :luv: is very chilled about being groomed - he usually nods off but not when the blaster is going :005:
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Did you get one Jenny?
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Did you get one Jenny?
Not as yet - hoping that OH will order me one for my birthday and not been given a spending limit - think he was thinking £30 :shades: Really really wanted it for NOW >:( Good job Heidi hasn't got many feathers as might have to hang her from wash line in the morning - alternatively it's the tumble dryer ::)
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They seem to go for about 70 on ebay. I'd love one but it's a lot of money to risk without seeing it :huh:
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Hi Ginny B - Some of them are really noisy so it would be worth checking with the supplier - ours is very noisy but luckily the Daxlet :luv: is very chilled about being groomed - he usually nods off but not when the blaster is going :005:
thanks Ludo. I hope she'll be ok on Monday, she is booked in for her first ever grooming session ph34r
It's a mobile groomer who was recommended by my vet's surgery so I hope they are good. I worry after reading so many horror stories on here. Do you go in the van with them or just wait to be presented with the finished article? I've told him I don't want her clipped and he said she was too young for that anyhow ???
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They seem to go for about 70 on ebay. I'd love one but it's a lot of money to risk without seeing it :huh:
The feedback is good though - might try to email a recent buyer :-\
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:lol2:
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I've just emailed a recent buyer of one of these http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Deluxe-blaster-dryer-can-be-used-with-or-without-heat_W0QQitemZ220288561138QQihZ012QQcategoryZ20751QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262
will let you know what they think, got to be better than an ordinary hairdryer hasn't it and can't be much noisier :-\
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Hi Ginny B - Some of them are really noisy so it would be worth checking with the supplier - ours is very noisy but luckily the Daxlet :luv: is very chilled about being groomed - he usually nods off but not when the blaster is going :005:
thanks Ludo. I hope she'll be ok on Monday, she is booked in for her first ever grooming session ph34r
It's a mobile groomer who was recommended by my vet's surgery so I hope they are good. I worry after reading so many horror stories on here. Do you go in the van with them or just wait to be presented with the finished article? I've told him I don't want her clipped and he said she was too young for that anyhow ???
I stay with Dax when he is groomed - I trust my groomer he is great but its reassuring for the dog if you are there I feel and he is teaching me what to do at the same time so we are all happy :lol: You might consider having a chat with the groomer about it before you get there and say you would like to stay for the first time and see how you get on from there ;) I'm sure you will be fine as the vet has recommended her. :lol:
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We have DOUBLE "K" CHALLENGAIR 850XL
http://www.peasridge.co.uk/acatalog/Dryers_-_Floor_Standing.html
Its fantastic and drys them really fast this one is powerful as well so you have to hold on to them or they are off ph34r
I bought a Double "K" from the same people. They are not cheap but you get what you pay for. Mine was about £220 but then I thought if Mundy gets use out of it for 14 - 17 years it is not expensive. You do have to introduce the dog to these dryers very carefully. As has already been suggested you could blow you dog off the table at full power and that is very true. He loves it now and runs to the garage to be dried after his wash. If you have more than one dog the machine comes with a cage attachment so you can be drying one while washing No.2. I even take it with me when he and I go away for week ends.