Picture that you have to get running to work, get started on a project or are swamped with work. In plain terms, picture that you are buried in one task or the other and are just too busy for other things like waiting for your dog to dry naturally after a bath, a dip in the pool or a time out in the rain.
If you are a pet owner on the go, we know you are familiar with this scenario.
The most important thing at that moment would be hastening your pooch’s drying process and going back to the task at hand. That is why we have, in this article, easy ways to dry your pet quickly without wasting a lot of time. From using a microfibre dog towel to going in with a hair dryer, here are failsafe ways to get your dogs and pets all dried and fresh in no time:
Tips on How to Quickly Dry Your Pets
Microfibre towels
Regular pet cotton towels can only do so much. While it is certain to get water out from your pet’s furs, hairs, and coat, it does not promise to get a good amount. The best way your pet will get dried quickly from towel-drying is by using a microfibre towel. Due to its super absorbent qualities, you can towel your pet multiple times after wringing out the water from the towel to ensure the microfibre towel absorbs to its full capacity each time.
The Water Shake-off
Dogs are capable of shaking off about 70% of moisture from their furs within seconds after getting wet. This is more than half of the drying process and will set the grounds for any other drying technique you may want to layer. Encourage your pooch to do the water shake-off a couple of times to kick-start a quick drying process.
Dryers
Using an electric pet blow dryer is a great way to completely suck out all the leftover water and moisture on your pets after the water shake and towelling with a microfibre cloth. There are special dryers for pets, which already come in specifications and settings suitable for pets’ skins and furs. However, if a traditional hair dryer will be used instead, then ensure the controls are set to low humidity so as not to harm your pet’s skin. For quicker results, brush your pet’s furs and hair as you blow dry to properly direct the airflow.
Invest in Rain Gear
Sometimes, your dog might be caught up in a drizzle, play in a puddle during an evening dog walk in spring or get wet from a run in the winter snow. To prevent the consequent sogginess or wet paws and feet, ensure your pet wears the proper rain gear or wet and cold weather outfit before stepping out.
Final Thoughts
Leaving your pet wet for an extended period will only have adverse effects on their health. With these quick drying tips, like using a microfibre towel, your pet should be dried, smooth and fresh at all times.
