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maddiepie · 08-12-2009, 11:13 PM

Maddie doesn't mind the bath part, it's the after that she hates. Right now I am just using my hairdryer on low but it seems to take forever. Are the dryers that they use at the groomers different? I am willing to drop $100 or $200 on a dryer that will make her more comfortable and also take the dread out of bath time, but I don't want to spend that much on something I know nothing about. I'm also planning on growing out her coat so it is even more important for me to get something that works fast and efficiently. Any suggestions?

FlDebra · 08-12-2009, 11:45 PM

I bought this one: PetEdge: Andis QuietAire Ionic/Ceramic Pet Dryer It is a LOT quieter than my own hair dryer and I think the dogs tolerate it much better. The stand is very handy so you can let it stay put, use one hand to brush, and one hand to secure your dog. It is on sale and quiet a deal at only $20.96. I think I paid twice that at Petsmart. But you do need to place an order for over $60 with Petedge to make it worthwhile. Otherwise you have to pay a surcharge as it is mainly a company that sells wholesale to dealers. But it iseasy to come up with a $60 order. They have the more professional style dryers too. For mine though, I think it is the noise that scares them, so this quiet one was just right.

chewie123 · 08-13-2009, 10:22 AM

I just ordered a laube magnum dryer. I read a lot of good reviews on it at groomer's BBS. It's suppose to be very quiet and a very good choice for the money.

I should have it in the mail soon. I have a mini poodle and a yorkie so for me it's worth the $240.

Laube Magnum Dryer (includes hose & nozzles)

I had a small shop vac blower. Those are inexpensive if you shop around ($50 or less), very powerful even the small ones but very noisy.

I couldn't do a good job with it on my poodle so I ordered the laube. If you go with the shop vac make sure you don't vacuum any dirt and use it as a blower after. The dirt might come out at high velocity and hurt your dog.

T Doll · 08-13-2009, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by FlDebra

I bought this one: PetEdge: Andis QuietAire Ionic/Ceramic Pet Dryer It is a LOT quieter than my own hair dryer and I think the dogs tolerate it much better. The stand is very handy so you can let it stay put, use one hand to brush, and one hand to secure your dog. It is on sale and quiet a deal at only $20.96. I think I paid twice that at Petsmart. But you do need to place an order for over $60 with Petedge to make it worthwhile. Otherwise you have to pay a surcharge as it is mainly a company that sells wholesale to dealers. But it iseasy to come up with a $60 order. They have the more professional style dryers too. For mine though, I think it is the noise that scares them, so this quiet one was just right.

I have this dryer, too and it's great! Very quiet and drying time is very quick

kalina82 · 08-13-2009, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by FlDebra

I bought this one: PetEdge: Andis QuietAire Ionic/Ceramic Pet Dryer It is a LOT quieter than my own hair dryer and I think the dogs tolerate it much better. The stand is very handy so you can let it stay put, use one hand to brush, and one hand to secure your dog. It is on sale and quiet a deal at only $20.96. I think I paid twice that at Petsmart. But you do need to place an order for over $60 with Petedge to make it worthwhile. Otherwise you have to pay a surcharge as it is mainly a company that sells wholesale to dealers. But it iseasy to come up with a $60 order. They have the more professional style dryers too. For mine though, I think it is the noise that scares them, so this quiet one was just right.

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Originally Posted by T Doll

I have this dryer, too and it's great! Very quiet and drying time is very quick

i have to disagree. I'm a groomer and at school we had these dryers. I hated them. Compared to a force drier or a fluff dryer these things have no power and take forever. My own blow dryer worked better then them.

But it depends on what you want it for. If you don't mind the time it takes and your more worried about the noise scaring your pup then it might be good for you.

maddiepie · 08-13-2009, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by kalina82

i have to disagree. I'm a groomer and at school we had these dryers. I hated them. Compared to a force drier or a fluff dryer these things have no power and take forever. My own blow dryer worked better then them.

But it depends on what you want it for. If you don't mind the time it takes and your more worried about the noise scaring your pup then it might be good for you.

I want speed! If it is a little loud but goes twice as fast, I will go for that. What do you recommend?

Erin · 08-13-2009, 06:46 PM

If you want speed, get a forced air dryer. I got a portable one from Pet Edge for $89. It's louder than a freaking jet engine, but they are dry in 5 minutes. I have a good blow dryer because I have thick hair, but it takes longer because I have to use the warm or cool setting on them so the water doesn't evaporate as fast. The forced air dryer is loud and they hate it but it gets them dry FAST and you can put it right up to the skin because it's cool air.

Erin · 08-13-2009, 06:47 PM

I've also been known to wait until the hottest day of the week and then walk them around the block to dry them LOL

It gives them a nice break from the blow dryer in the summer.

FlDebra · 08-13-2009, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by kalina82

...But it depends on what you want it for. If you don't mind the time it takes and your more worried about the noise scaring your pup then it might be good for you.

I am more interested in not scaring mine at this point. The idea of a 5 minute dry is tempting though! Mine just seem to be so scared of the noise the big dryers put out. I think that is what terrifies them at the groomers. I stay and wait on them and still, Ben is terrified and shaking so hard I worry he will have a heart attack. So at home, I take a little longer and gently get my big baby through the process.

I know the one I listed is not near as good as the pro models, but Pet Edge has those too. Still, for $20, not much to lose if anyone else is just looking for a quiet one.

delicatepuzzle · 08-13-2009, 07:04 PM

I use my own dryer but it is quiet. I can't stand the loud noise that other dryers make. All my furkids come running towards me when I have hairdryer in hand after a bath. They like it on high, when its on low they nudge me like "hey where's the warmth mommy". LOL

kristy47 · 08-13-2009, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by FlDebra

I bought this one: PetEdge: Andis QuietAire Ionic/Ceramic Pet Dryer It is a LOT quieter than my own hair dryer and I think the dogs tolerate it much better. The stand is very handy so you can let it stay put, use one hand to brush, and one hand to secure your dog. It is on sale and quiet a deal at only $20.96. I think I paid twice that at Petsmart. But you do need to place an order for over $60 with Petedge to make it worthwhile. Otherwise you have to pay a surcharge as it is mainly a company that sells wholesale to dealers. But it iseasy to come up with a $60 order. They have the more professional style dryers too. For mine though, I think it is the noise that scares them, so this quiet one was just right.

I have this one because my ION dryer scared Sophie a lot. I've started using this one and it worked wonders. IMHO, it dried her pretty quick too, but I do towel dry before I use the blowdryer. Ever since I bought it and bought her an oatmeal conditioner, Sophie LOVES her bath time/grooming time. She even loves to be brushed now up on the counter without me having to give her treats. For a home dryer, I recommend this one. It may not be as powerful or as quickdrying, but it works fine for me.

charly · 08-13-2009, 11:09 PM

l've tried a force drier before at my nieces one weekend granted as the prior posts states you get the fast drying, but the noise is awful. You want to make the bath time enjoyable not a nightmare from hell. Rockie hated it. So l would not reccommend it for the pups that don't like noise. My nieces dogs were so afraid of it too. The regular dreir takes longer but its what l use for his comfort.

mjharpst · 08-13-2009, 11:25 PM

I use my own hair dryer on them. It is a Conair Ultra Quiet- it works fairly fast, is quiet, and they dont mind it at all.

maddiepie · 08-14-2009, 01:48 AM

Think I am going to try the pet dryer with the stand for now. Thanks for your opinions!

Bellaandhelen · 08-14-2009, 04:46 AM

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Originally Posted by FlDebra

I bought this one: PetEdge: Andis QuietAire Ionic/Ceramic Pet Dryer It is a LOT quieter than my own hair dryer and I think the dogs tolerate it much better. The stand is very handy so you can let it stay put, use one hand to brush, and one hand to secure your dog. It is on sale and quiet a deal at only $20.96. I think I paid twice that at Petsmart. But you do need to place an order for over $60 with Petedge to make it worthwhile. Otherwise you have to pay a surcharge as it is mainly a company that sells wholesale to dealers. But it iseasy to come up with a $60 order. They have the more professional style dryers too. For mine though, I think it is the noise that scares them, so this quiet one was just right.

I have the same one - very quiet and my little ones are now very cooperative with blow-drying except on their faces- those I always let them airdry.

08-12-2009, 11:13 PM	#1
maddiepie Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Columbia, MO Posts: 360	Hair Dryer Maddie doesn't mind the bath part, it's the after that she hates. Right now I am just using my hairdryer on low but it seems to take forever. Are the dryers that they use at the groomers different? I am willing to drop $100 or $200 on a dryer that will make her more comfortable and also take the dread out of bath time, but I don't want to spend that much on something I know nothing about. I'm also planning on growing out her coat so it is even more important for me to get something that works fast and efficiently. Any suggestions?

08-12-2009, 11:45 PM	#2
FlDebra Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: FL Posts: 7,651	I bought this one: PetEdge: Andis QuietAire Ionic/Ceramic Pet Dryer It is a LOT quieter than my own hair dryer and I think the dogs tolerate it much better. The stand is very handy so you can let it stay put, use one hand to brush, and one hand to secure your dog. It is on sale and quiet a deal at only $20.96. I think I paid twice that at Petsmart. But you do need to place an order for over $60 with Petedge to make it worthwhile. Otherwise you have to pay a surcharge as it is mainly a company that sells wholesale to dealers. But it iseasy to come up with a $60 order. They have the more professional style dryers too. For mine though, I think it is the noise that scares them, so this quiet one was just right. __________________ FlDebra and her ABCs Annie, Ben, Candy Promoting Healthy Breeding to the AKC Yorkshire Terrier Standard

08-13-2009, 10:22 AM	#3
chewie123 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 51	I just ordered a laube magnum dryer. I read a lot of good reviews on it at groomer's BBS. It's suppose to be very quiet and a very good choice for the money. I should have it in the mail soon. I have a mini poodle and a yorkie so for me it's worth the $240. Laube Magnum Dryer (includes hose & nozzles) I had a small shop vac blower. Those are inexpensive if you shop around ($50 or less), very powerful even the small ones but very noisy. I couldn't do a good job with it on my poodle so I ordered the laube. If you go with the shop vac make sure you don't vacuum any dirt and use it as a blower after. The dirt might come out at high velocity and hurt your dog. __________________ Johanne Daddy and Chewie Last edited by chewie123; 08-13-2009 at 10:25 AM.

08-13-2009, 11:09 PM	#12
charly Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: So Ca Posts: 2,376	l've tried a force drier before at my nieces one weekend granted as the prior posts states you get the fast drying, but the noise is awful. You want to make the bath time enjoyable not a nightmare from hell. Rockie hated it. So l would not reccommend it for the pups that don't like noise. My nieces dogs were so afraid of it too. The regular dreir takes longer but its what l use for his comfort. __________________

08-13-2009, 11:25 PM	#13
mjharpst YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,061	I use my own hair dryer on them. It is a Conair Ultra Quiet- it works fairly fast, is quiet, and they dont mind it at all. __________________ Meagan Ryder, Roxie, & Prince

08-13-2009, 06:46 PM	#7
Erin Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago Suburbs Posts: 3,306	If you want speed, get a forced air dryer. I got a portable one from Pet Edge for $89. It's louder than a freaking jet engine, but they are dry in 5 minutes. I have a good blow dryer because I have thick hair, but it takes longer because I have to use the warm or cool setting on them so the water doesn't evaporate as fast. The forced air dryer is loud and they hate it but it gets them dry FAST and you can put it right up to the skin because it's cool air.

08-13-2009, 06:47 PM	#8
Erin Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago Suburbs Posts: 3,306	I've also been known to wait until the hottest day of the week and then walk them around the block to dry them LOL It gives them a nice break from the blow dryer in the summer.

08-13-2009, 07:04 PM	#10
delicatepuzzle Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 603	I use my own dryer but it is quiet. I can't stand the loud noise that other dryers make. All my furkids come running towards me when I have hairdryer in hand after a bath. They like it on high, when its on low they nudge me like "hey where's the warmth mommy". LOL

08-14-2009, 01:48 AM	#14
maddiepie Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Columbia, MO Posts: 360	Think I am going to try the pet dryer with the stand for now. Thanks for your opinions!