Dyson Dog Grooming Tool

[Mags22]

Just found out about this, and it sounds great - wouldn't like to try it out on a wee dog as it might disappear up the pipe - but I have a black Lab, so thats no problem. What I wondered is whether the suction might be a bit strong and catch the dog's skin? I'd like to hear from someone who has tried it on a Lab. before I buy. Thanks for any comments.

[rockyracoon]

Don't know about a Dyson but my mum regularly hoovers her dog (Jap Akita), she loves it, now if I tried to hoover my dog he'd possibly take my arm off. Would your dog like being hoovered?

[craft1948]

My dog attacks the hoover, absolutely hates it.

[Mags22]

Polly doesn't mind the dyson, but don't know how she'd be if I brushed her with it, w ill have to try it with an attachment and see, she is very laid back

[Robinia]

My little dog hated the vac when I first had him but I got him over it and started using the round upholstery brush on him...he loved it. Have you got one you could try on your dog before buying a grooming tool Mags, they seem bit pricey for what they are?
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[paddywak]

It would have been no good for Max he hated the hoover with a passion. When we used it he would retire to the furthest point he could and if we went too close to him he'd give that low, really threatening growl that meant If that thing comes any closer I'll Fluffing kill it.

[gingejbee]

Mags: I think you misunderstand how the tool is used. This may help:


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[Mags22]

Thanks for your advice Robinia, I am going to try the round brush on her and see what effect that has. Years ago our alsation loved being gone over with a hoover brush, but that wasn't as fierce suction as the Dyson. As you point out the Dyson attachment is a bit expensive, and as Polly is now thirteen I may not get my moneysworth - and I'd rather have her than a fearsome brush!!!