Caring for a large, affectionate lab means accepting a home that is always covered in dog fur. The best way to manage the constant shedding is through regular brushing, which we do exclusively outdoors to avoid creating massive tumbleweeds of hair inside. However, during the winter months, our sweet 95-pound lab, Moose, ends up with a neglected coat due to this limitation. Dyson, a renowned manufacturer of vacuum products, has now introduced a solution for dog grooming with the Dyson Pet Grooming Kit. This kit includes a nozzle and comb that attaches to your Dyson vacuum to assist in grooming by quickly sucking up the loose hair. Moose and I put this groomer to the test.
The Dyson Pet Grooming Kit is compatible with both corded and cordless vacuums. We tried the cordless version, which comes with an extension hose, quick release adaptor, and pet brush for easier cleaning, priced at $70 on Dyson’s website for the Cordless Kit.
Essentially, the grooming kit is an attachment designed for use with your existing Dyson vacuum, whether corded or cordless. The kit comprises three main components: a brush, an extender, and a connector. It is best suited for dogs with medium to long coats, such as labs, huskies, and collies, but may not be ideal for breeds with short or curly hair.
The attachment seamlessly clicks into the end of your Dyson cordless vacuum, and by using the wire brush like a regular grooming tool, you can activate the vacuum function with the push of a button to collect the loose hair.
What I appreciate about the Dyson Pet Grooming Kit is the cleanliness it offers. Instead of manually removing the collected hair from the brush, the vacuum effortlessly sucks it up, making the grooming process less messy and more hygienic. The convenience of being able to groom my dog anywhere, like in the living room or outdoors, adds to its appeal.
On the downside, the kit can be loud, which might unsettle some dogs. Moose, for instance, was not a fan of the noise and had to be gradually introduced to the grooming process. Additionally, the weight of the tool may pose a challenge during extended grooming sessions.
In conclusion, the Dyson Pet Grooming Kit is a practical and efficient solution for managing pet hair, though some dogs may require time to adjust to the noise and suction.
With a simple press of a button, the Dyson effortlessly whisks away gnarly pet hair into its body. However, lugging around the vacuum body for grooming can be awkward, and the device itself is not the lightest. In conclusion, if you reside in an apartment without easy outdoor access, have a shedding dog that requires frequent grooming, and don’t mind the vacuum noise, this tool could be a good fit. However, for those with dogs who fear the vacuum or have easy access to outdoor grooming spaces, the Dyson Pet Grooming Kit may not justify its price tag. Available for $70 at Dyson (Cordless Kit). If you have any inquiries about the grooming kit or would like to share your favorite products for us to review, feel free to email us at shopping.editors@aol.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
