Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I thought my fellow dogs would appreciate a review from the actual bathee. (Yes, bathee is a dog word.) I've been bathed in showers, tubs, lakes, pools and rivers. I have sensitive skin, which is why my people don't get my hair cut. I'm a shaggy mutt with a humble air and a fear of certain loud noises ( fireworks and thunder); however vacuums don't bug me and I absolutely love a good blow- dry. So the vacuum- like noise of this machine is not a problem for this dog. I had my first bark bath today, given by the alpha female, J. J had trouble with the little screw that holds the hose holder in place. She almost stripped the head just screwing it on. " they need better screws, Maxie" she told me. Down went half a ratings star. She got it assembled and filled it, got it primed, called me over ( we were in the garage) and had me stand on a folded up blanket. Then she basically wet- vacuumed me. The shampoo came out just fine, the rinse worked just fine. But really, there was no great way to wash my head and feet. I'm very particular about my feet, and the hard plastic on them, even a very light touch, made me very nervous. Down went half a star. (I'd rather have them scrubbed by hand.) And I did go off twice to shake, but to be honest, there wasn't a lot of water to shake off. All in all, J told me she thinks it's a good tool for a fast bath. She does plan to remove the end piece of the vacuum tool in order to get deeper into my fur. I do look very handsome after the bath, so that's a big plus. Next bath, J says, will be outdoors. (And yes, that is my beloved Mr Bill toy on the lawn-- purchased on Amazon.)