Hydro Bath

[Jbea]

If I was to buy a hydro bath, what would everyone here recommend?

I know absolutely nothing about them, so all your pros and cons about different ones would be most helpfull.

And where to go, I am in Victoria, Mornington Peninsula. Who offers the best back up service?

Thank you in advance.

[wayrod]

You could try Melbourne Dog Centre at Rosebud. They manufacture their own and would be close to you if backup service is required.

[Jbea]

Thank you, I will look them up

[Andisa]

I have a Liberty twin tank I bought from Liberty Int over 10yr ago and it has been fantastic.

Edited December 7, 2012 by Andisa

[Mystiqview]

I have a single tank heated Conmurra I bought new about 10 years ago now. Still going strong. No problems with the pump or heater. I could possibly replace the hose as it is a little stiff from age.

Looking back now, I should have bought a twin tank. Not necessarily auto fill. But that is only because bathing for show I use conditioner on one dog.

The only thing I don't like about it is the large removable lid. I prefer the smaller tank with a hinged lid. But I think each have their pros and cons.

Definitely go heated. It is quicker if you have access to dump a bucket of warm water in the tank and top up with cold. Also make sure if you are buying second hand, the heater element works. NEVER turn on the heater if the water is not well over the element. They can be expensive to replace and can damage the bath. Some dogs "use" the water much more and others and create heaps of foam. Others hardly foam the water at all