How do you use a force dryer on a dog?

How do you use a force dryer on a dog?

Use the dog dryer until the coat is entirely dry. Do not stop until it is completely dry as sometimes the undercoat will not loosen when wet. Once the fur is dry, you can begin the de-shedding process. Use short back and forth motions close to the skin, starting again at your dog’s rear and working towards the head.

Are dog dryers worth it?

Dog blow dryers are a neat solution for a lot of reasons. They reduce the wet dog smell, leave your pet looking as fluffy as possible, and keep your pup’s skin healthy. We especially like them as an alternative to air drying, which, in addition to making a mess of your house, isn’t always good for your dog’s skin.

How do dog dryers work?

Cage dryers are pretty much exactly what they sound like. Think of them like a hair dryer for a dog—they’re drying mechanisms that blow warm air into a dog’s cage, which gets them nice and dry following a grooming session. Some only dry one dog/cage at a time.

What is a cage dryer for dogs?

Kennel dryers, or cage dryers as they are often called, are simply a large cage in which a blower is located on one side and blows air through the cage and over and around the dog to help in the drying process. Every day, thousands of grooming salons around the world use this equipment with no problem whatsoever.

Can you use a blowdryer on a dog?

You can always use a ‘human’ hair dryer on your dog. However, be aware that the process will take longer and you run a higher risk of exposing your dog to heat and causing burns. Just be very careful if you decide to go that route and keep the nozzle of the dryer at least a few inches from the dog’s skin.

What is a force dryer?

Unlike passive cage dryers, force dryers are powerful and directional, allowing for rapid drying of each area of the body. Our collection of dryers offer variable speeds, an array of colors and sizes, and options for dryers that double as a vacuum to suck up extra dirt, hair and dust.

Which breeds should never be dried using a kennel dryer?

Dogs that are sensitive to cage dryers are brachphalic breeds and or stenotic nares ( narrowed nostrils): Affenpincher, Brussels Griffon, Bostons, Chichuahua, Yorkie, Frenchies, Bulldogs, Boxers, Shih Tzu’s, Toy and Mini Poodles, Cavaliers, Pugs, Persian Cats and other breathing challenged pets.

Which dog breeds should never be dried in kennel dryer?

Is cage drying safe for dogs?

Fortunately, dog cage dryers are a safe and efficient alternative to direct blow drying or waiting an endless amount of time for natural air drying. These little appliances blow warm air into a dog’s cage, drying them quickly but indirectly.

Can I use a leaf blower to dry my dog?

Cats and dogs react on a cellular level to leaf blowers, as the sudden noise of a blower starting will startle them and release a large amount of cortisol (stress hormone) into their bloodstreams. It is sometimes difficult to gauge the health of our animal friends, as they cannot directly communicate with us.