Dog Care & Hygiene
Dog Care and Hygiene After Walks
Trips through rain, puddles, and muddy paths are a lot of fun for many dogs. However, when you get home or to the car, you often have wet fur, dirty paws, and damp prints left behind. With suitable products for dog care and hygiene, you can dry your four-legged friend right after the walk and simultaneously protect floors, furniture, and car seats.
At WOLTERS, you can find absorbent dog drying coats, dog towels, drying gloves, and dirt-catching mats in various sizes and styles. These practical everyday helpers can be used at home, in the car, and while travelling.
Dog Drying Coats for Wet Fur
A dog drying coat absorbs moisture from the fur and stays on the body while drying. This makes it especially suitable for dogs that don't want to stay still for long after a walk, bath, or swim.
The drying coat covers the back, chest, and belly depending on the model and is held in place with a strap or click-fastening. This allows your dog to move around while the absorbent material takes up moisture. At the same time, less water and dirt get onto floors, furniture, or car seats.
A dog drying coat is particularly practical for long or dense fur, as drying it with a regular towel takes more time. It can also be used easily after a walk in the rain or a trip to the water while travelling.
How to Find the Right Size for a Dog Drying Coat?
The correct size for many dog drying coats is determined by the back length. Measure your calmly standing dog from the shoulder area or withers to the base of the tail. Depending on the model, chest or belly circumference may also be relevant.
Then, compare the measured values with the size specifications of the respective item. The dog drying coat should cover enough body area but should not restrict movement. Neck and leg openings should fit comfortably and not chafe.
After putting it on, check whether your dog can walk, sit, and lie down normally. A too-large drying coat can slip, while a too-small model pulls uncomfortably and covers less fur area.
Dog Towels and Drying Gloves
An absorbent dog towel is a practical essential for walks in bad weather. You can specifically dry the paws, legs, belly, and fur before your dog gets into the car or the house.
Dog towels with grips or pockets for the hands can be held securely and make it easier to wipe the fur. You have more control over hard-to-reach areas, such as under the belly or on the legs, with this than with a loosely held towel.
A drying glove is suitable for quickly cleaning individual body parts. For example, you can dry wet paws, remove surface dirt from the fur, or gently clean the head area. Models with a textured side can also help to loosen loose dirt from the fur.
Dirt-Catching Mats for Dogs
A dirt-catching mat is placed where your dog enters the house after the walk or gets out of the car. Absorbent fibres take up moisture and surface dirt from paws and fur. At the same time, the mat protects the floor underneath.
Compact mats are suitable for entrance areas, in front of the terrace door, or next to the dog crate. A longer dirt-catching runner covers a larger area and can be placed in hallways, in front of the boot, or in frequently used walkways.
Make sure to choose a non-slip underside so that the mat stays in place as much as possible when stepped on. However, on sensitive floors, you should regularly check if moisture has collected underneath the mat.
The Cleankeeper Series for Wet and Dirty Dogs
The WOLTERS Cleankeeper series includes various products that make it easier to catch moisture and dirt after walks. This includes dirt-catching mats, runners, drying gloves, and handy drying towels.
The products can be combined: a mat catches initial moisture from the paws at the door, while fur, legs, and belly can then be specifically dried with a glove or dog towel. For dogs that still have damp fur afterwards, a dog drying coat can assist in the drying process.
Dog Care in the Car and While Travelling
Products for dog care and hygiene are also helpful on the go. A dog towel or drying glove takes up little space and can be permanently stored in the car or carry bag. After a walk in the rain, paws and fur can be cleaned directly before your dog gets into the transport box or on the back seat.
A dog drying coat also protects the interior from moisture, while an absorbent mat in the boot can serve as a base. In a holiday apartment or hotel room, a dirt-catching mat helps reduce wet paw prints in the entrance area.
Do not store damp textiles for an extended period in a closed bag. Allow towels, mats, and drying coats to dry completely after use.
How Often Should You Wash Dog Towels and Dirt-Catching Mats?
How often cleaning is necessary depends on usage and pollution levels. Heavily soiled or constantly damp products should be washed promptly. Remove coarse sand and dried dirt beforehand to protect the washing machine and textiles.
Always observe the care instructions of the respective product. Too-high temperatures, unsuitable detergents, or a dryer can affect the fibres and the non-slip underside of a mat. Fabric softener can reduce the absorbency of certain textiles and should only be used if the care instructions expressly allow it.
Let all care products dry completely after cleaning. This way, dog towels, drying coats, and dirt-catching mats remain hygienic and quickly ready for use again.
Cleanliness for Dog, Car, and Home
With a dog drying coat, an absorbent dog towel, and a suitable dirt-catching mat, you are prepared for walks in all weather. These practical care products absorb moisture and dirt, make drying easier, and help keep your dog's entrance area, car, and sleeping place clean.
Which products are best suited depends on the length of your dog's fur, their size, and their daily routine. A combination of a mat, drying glove, and drying coat is particularly practical, allowing you to tend to wet paws and dirty fur right after the walk.