Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

From all of us at TMC Pet Vending, we wish you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holiday and a Happy New Year! We are looking forward to a very successful '09 with you! Cheers.

Back On Track - Time is NOW to Install Your K9000

What an unbelievable election last night! The hope is back, the inspiration is back ... America is back! Now let's get the economy back. Look, the pet industry is still thriving during this recession. Look it up on the web. Self serve dog washing is in tremendous demand.... just ask our clients. Dog owners are desperately looking for an inexpensive, quick and easy way to keep their best friend clean. The time is NOW to jump on board with the K9000 dog wash system. Global economics allows us to offer the K9000 well below $20K at this point... will it last? We don't know... but the time has never been better to get the K9000 installed at your business. Take advantage and do it before your competition does.

Ramp & Tub vs. K9000 dog wash - Let's hear from you!

We have been receiving feedback from pet owners who have used both the car wash industries' 'ramp & tub' and the K9000 dog wash to get Fido squeaky clean and dry. But we want more. CALLING ALL COIN OPERATED DOG WASH OWNERS AND USERS THAT HAVE USED BOTH: WHAT DO YOU LIKE AND DON'T LIKE ABOUT EITHER SYSTEM?

Let's hear from you! Thank you in advance and we look forward to your candid feedback.

Gainesville FL K9000 Dog Wash Grand Opening Tomorrow

Scrubs Carwash of Gainesville, FL will have it's official Grand Opening of the Scrubs K9000 self serve dog wash tomorrow, Saturday September 13, 2008 throughout the day starting at 9AM. Scrubs' K9000 dog wash is the first in the state of Florida. And with a Gator Football bye week, it's coming at a good time. Gator fans/dogs - BE THERE!

Prepare NOW Before Fay Hits Land - Secure Dog Wash Systems

Look, it hopefully won't be a big deal but in the next 48 hrs, Florida will be bracing for the impact of TS Fay. Here are a few simple preparation steps to follow in order ensure your equipment and no people get damaged or hurt:

1) if you don't have your unit bolted down, now is the time to do it - it's simple, costs little and can certainly help

2) if you have an awning/canopy over the unit, remove it by tomorrow - these act as parachutes so take them off and store them in your maintenance room

3) closer to landfall, it may make sense to remove the hoses so they are not damaged or even rip off and could become projectiles

Folks, use common sense. And start preparing NOW if you live in Florida. A little preparation could save you thousands of dollars in repairs and lost revenue. Be safe.

Washing Your Dog Twice Per Week Is Recommended By Vets!

My 100lbs black lab, Ike, has been itching and scratching something terrible lately. He has several hot spots and is miserable... and we are miserable too because it keeps us up at night. So we took Ike to our vet today and wanted to share our learnings with everyone.

She says that weekly bathing with a moisturizing shampoo is recommended! And the note we brought home states (and I quote):

"Weekly or twice weekly bathing in a moisturizing shampoo (non-soap, non-detergent) is recommended."

Dog owners need an affordable, efficient and simple way to wash their dogs EVERY WEEK. Your K9000 dog wash at your business is the PERFECT fit for the majority of dog owners. The Tropiclean shampoos offered in the K9000 self serve coin operated dog wash are NON-SOAP and NON-DETERGENT ... they are also alcohol free too. So it will not rinse away the natural oils nor the expensive flea treatments like Frontline and Advantage and it will NOT dry out the dog's coat. Wash them twice per week in the K9000 and notice the difference. Use the Kiwi Conditioner which is coconut-based and moisturizes well.

BTW, the Midland, TX location did 37 washes in one day! That's a record.

Dangerous Chemical-based Shampoo Products Banned in New York - Be Aware Car Wash Owners

We were talking to a potential client the other day who owns a car wash and has the ramp & tub-like system by either Kleen-Rite, Ginsan or the others and he informed me that he cannot offer the flea & tick option at his car wash in New York because the product was BANNED! People with coin-operated dog washes, especially you all in the car wash space, we encourage you to reevaluate your shampoo products - particularly those that are poisons and dangerous pesticides! Why take on the unnecessary liability??

If you do not know about the pet industry but are trying to offer pet related services, you better do your homework so it doesn't come back to bite you like it's doing for those in New York. The wrong 'chemical' shampoo products will equal lower dog wash revenue.

Our recommendation, Tropiclean shampoos. They are very well known throughout the pet industry, their products are natural and their flea and tick shampoo we offer in the K9000s contains Neem - a natural alternative to harmful pesticides. Plus Tropiclean's shampoos won't rinse away expensive flea treatments like Frontline, Advantage, etc. that most pet owners use regularly on their dogs.

We are sorry that folks are learning the hard way.

K9000 self serve coin operated dog wash opens in Jasper, GA.

The first K9000 coin operated self serve dog wash in Georgia opened for business this week. Burnt Mountain Auto Wash installed their K9000 pet wash at their car wash and will have a Grand Opening on Saturday August 2nd. For photos of this location, click here. For more information about this location, please email us at info@tmcpetvending.com.

Attention UF Gators: K9000 Self Serve Dog Wash Now Open In Gainesville FL

The first K9000 self serve dog wash in Florida is now open for business at Scrubs Car Wash in Gainesville, FL. The outside dog wash has gated fenced in area around it and will soon include a canopy to provide shade for the dog owners. It's $10 to start for 10 minutes and $1 per additional minute including various shampoo and condition options along with 2 drying speed options. The dog wash is open 24x7 and accepts bills, coins and tokens. Pictures will be uploaded to our website soon and we are expected an official Grand Opening in the middle of August. Go Gators! And go wash your dog - it's simple, fun and affordable! Email or call us with any questions. info@tmcpetvending.com or 1-888-2PET USA

Address: Scrubs, 3135 SW 42ND ST

First Two K9000 Dog Washes To Be Installed In Canada This Year

We are so excited about the first two Canadian installations of the K9000 dog wash system. One of them is our first humane society/animal shelter and the other is a car wash, both in Alberta. More details will follow about their Grand Openings in a few months. The locations are:

1) Edmonton Humane Society
12251 67 Street NW
Edmonton AB T5B 1M8

2) Big Blue Car Wash
121 1st St. S.
Vulcan Alberta T0L2B0

For more information, please call or email the TMC Pet Vending Solutions team.

4 New K9000 Dog Wash Locations To Open Soon!

Four new K9000s dog wash installations are in the works - 3 at car washes and the first at a laundromat. Below is more information about the locations and expected opening dates:

1) Scrubs Car Wash - Gainesville, FL - mid to late July opening

2) Premier Car Wash Systems - Macon, GA - mid to late July opening

3) Xenia Laundromat - Xenia, OH - mid to late August

4) Car Wash - Nashville, TN - mid to late August

All installs will be the first ever K9000s in these states - FL, GA, OH and TN.

More details will follow with a press release and our website will be updated soon with exact locations and mapquest directions. For more information about these locations, please call or email us.

What is our affiliation with the Pet Clin dog wash?

Folks, our prospects and clients are getting a bit confused about another dog wash supplier entering into the US market using the Pet Clin name and brand so we thought we would clear everything up with the facts.

Back in '05, TMC Pet Vending Solutions started out distributing the Pet Clin dog wash system manufactured by Interlamas out of Narravo, Spain. Interlamas had been in the coin-op dog wash manufacturing business for nearly a decade at that point. TMC became the first US-based distributor of the Pet Clin dog wash systems and still is the only Pet Clin distributor from what we know and understand. Today, TMC is responsible for five (5) Pet Clin locations in FL, GA and AR including the US Army.

Because of the weakening US dollar, terrible manufacturer and supplier support from Spain, and a serious decrease in the quality of Pet Clin dog washes coming out of Spain, TMC made a business decision to find a better option for the US. Thus, the K9000 built by Tru Blu in Australia. Today, TMC still supports our Pet Clin clients however there will be NO ADDITIONAL Pet Clin dog washes entering into the US for which TMC will be responsible.

Recently, there is very similar dog wash coming from China and the Pet Clin brand is being used to help promote this product. TMC Pet Vending Solutions has nothing to do with this product and this supplier's product from China. Nor do we intend to in the future.

TMC Pet Vending Solutions has been building a solid reputation based on business integrity and high-quality manufacturers/products. Our decision to represent the K9000 dog wash at the end of last year was for the best interest of our business and the future success of our clients moving forward. If there are any questions, please don't hesitate to give us a call. Thank you.

Ramp and Tub-like dog wash at car washes is a MESS!

I just got off of the phone with a potential K9000 client who recently used the ramp & tub system at a local car wash and it just inspired me to write this ... guess what they immediately said? It was a MESS! They were soaked, the floor was soaked, the platform was too high for them to wash their husky, the drain clogged because of poor drainage system. The brother got sprayed with water, the women struggled to reach the top of their dog because the wash tub area was too high. And they were concerned about the dog jumping out. They realized that if they were to own and operate this ramp and tub dog wash at their laundromat, the maintenance would be way too much.

Not with the K9000. It's practical design has alleviated these concerns. Hopefully this potential client will share their personal experiences with us when they get their K9000 up and running.

And as pet owners, they won't be rushing back any time soon to use the ramp and tub dog wash.
Use the right dog wash and you'll have happy and repeat customers. It's that simple people. When will the US market 'see the light'????

Pre-Sell Dog Washes With Tokens and Coupons

After speaking with a few clients today, we realize the need to reiterate the fact that for those owning and operating the K9000 dog washes, you can 'pre-sell' dog washes to the pet community by offering TOKENS and COUPONS. This way, you collect a larger amount of revenue upfront but can also offer the dog owner a FREE dog wash with the package. For example, buy 5 dog washes ($50 - 5 x $10 tokens) and get the 6th FREE. It's a win/win for everybody.

Now even though dog owners will use the $10 token for a wash, they may need to add another few bucks during the wash cycle to complete it. No problem there, right?

Taking it a step further, get involved in your local pet related events and sell the tokens at these events/show. Sell them through your website so folks can purchase the tokens/coupons online - you ship them that day in the mail. Provide tokens to the local animal shelters and have them give one for every new adoption. Come on guys, it's not that hard. It just takes a little upfront work so you can sit home and make a ton of money while your K9000 is working hard for you.

Getting creative with the tokens/coupons will only drive more revenue and traffic to your K9000 dog wash. What other suggestions are out there? Let's hear from YOU.

What The Animal Shelter Expo 2008 Proved

This was our first experience at the Animal Shelter Expo and most of the folks we spoke with are pretty excited about the potential of adding the K9000 dog wash to their shelter. The K9000 makes perfect sense for humane societies, spcas and other shelters. Especially the shelters with dog parks.

Think about it this way: if you are a dog owner, would you rather pay the car wash down the street $10 to wash your dog in a K9000 or your local Humane Society? ...knowing that your $10 is helping a great cause vs. going into someone's pocket who may not even know. Everyone wins when the K9000 is located and offered at the shelters.

Plus, shelters can easily promote the use of the K9000 dog wash by giving a token for a FREE wash when someone rescues a dog. And the fund-raising opportunities are endless. We believe that you will start to see the K9000 dog wash in a lot of shelters over the next few years. Be on the lookout for them!

Nation's First K9000 Grand Opening Saturday the 17th!

The first ever K9000 dog wash has been installed in the USA at Mesa Verde Shopping Center in Midland, TX. The Grand Opening is scheduled for this coming Saturday May 17, 2008. Do It Yourself Dog Wash is a small store-front location open from 6AM - 11PM every day. Dog owners can use the bill and coin operated dog wash whenever it's most convenient for them. The K9000 dog wash has a 10' x 10' gated fenced in area to secure the dog(s) and its owner during the bathing cycle.

You can view pictures by clicking http://www.flickr.com/photos/petclinusa. We hope to get some feedback from users at this location within the next few weeks.

K9000 vs Pet Clin - Differences

We've used and operated the Pet Clin dog washes in the U.S. for over 2 years now... so we installed the new K9000 system next to the Pet Clin unit and asked pet owners what they liked and disliked vs. the Pet Clin dog wash they have grown accustom to. The K9000 won this test hands down. And here is what pet owners are telling us:

1) It is much easier to get any size dog into the wash area of the K9000 because of the swing door
2) The dog is more comfortable in the K9000 because it doesn't move up and down
3) The dog owners washing their dogs are much more comfortable washing their dog because of the corrected height of the K9000
4) They prefer the rotary switch, says it's much easier to operate than the complexity of push buttons and 10 step instructions
5) They feel like their dog gets cleaner because of the condition option
6) The dryer is much more effective than the Pet Clin dryer - minimizing drying time
7) They like that they can disinfect the wash area themselves before and after they use the K9000

Being owners/operators of both the Pet Clin and K9000 dog washes, here is why we feel that the K9000 makes life easier than the Pet Clin unit:

1) Very simple draining installation vs. Pet Clin
2) 'Hair free' platform minimizes cleaning and maintenance - dual hair traps make it very easy to clean out after several more washes than the Pet Clin unit
3) Less water and mess outside of K9000 - minimizes clean up
4) Operators key make it simple to clean out unlike Pet Clin
5) Secure money vault secures cash - employees cannot access the cash
6) No complex computer system - simple timer system with K9000 makes it easy to maintain
7) All spare parts can be purchased in the States

It is without question that whether you are a dog owner or a dog wash owner, the K9000 will provide the simplest experience for everyone and offers the most practical design. The K9000 has worked out all of the design flaws.

What The Car Care World Expo Proved

I've had a few days to digest the tremendous feedback we received as we unveiled the K9000 self-serve dog wash to the US car wash public last week. With 4 other dog washes on display (all the ramp and tub-like equipment), the K9000 was well received. The bottom line, you only get ONE chance to make it a pleasurable experience for a dog owner or they will NOT come back. If the experience is not good, you lose their return business. Installing the right equipment the right way will only INCREASE revenues and you'll have a true Pet Vending Profit Center.

Here is what we learned about the Ramp and tub-like equipment:

Issue #1: Steep ramp turns away washing revenue - yet car wash owners are still making some decent money with these systems. The bottom line is that most dogs do not know how to go up steep ramps... and because of the height, a lot of dogs will be scared (both of these design flaws increase liability as well, in my opinion). Imagine all of the dogs being turned away - owners that can't get their dogs up a steep ramp... dogs that aren't comfortable... And lastly, why would you want to work on your dog with your arms in the air? The tub is too high - it's uncomfortable for you and your pooch.
Resolution - The K9000's platform is at the right height for dogs to easily step into and on the washing area. Medium and large dogs are at comfortable heights for the dog owners so they don't have to fight gravity with arms getting tired and sore... believe, me it happens... even when I use the Pet Clin dog wash... with the platform all the way up, it's too high to wash and dry my 100 lbs lab. No dogs will be turned away with the K9000 and pet owners will be comfortable - and they will want to come back!

Issue #2: The MESS ... oh the mess - because of the ramp and tub-like systems, everyone thinks that a dog wash will require too much maintenance and will be a tragic mess every day. And it's true... poor drainage and no water containment means YOU, the owner, will have to wash this system after every dog wash (in most cases). But this is unnecessary with the right equipment and installation.
Resolution - Because the of the K9000's design, the water is contained... very little water will splash out if any. And because of the dual-hair traps built in to a practical drain system, you don't have to clean it out for 20-30 washes... why make it harder than is should be?

Issue #3: The Wrong Shampoo Products - Look, the reality is that car washes provide 'chemicals'. Most dog owners will NOT use the shampoo products unless they feel comfortable with the products. Car wash distributor and owners still use 'chemicals' and this is not good for dog wash business.
Resolution - The K9000 uses the highest-end shampoo products by Tropiclean - a name recognized by pet owners and the pet industry. Our shampoos are GREEN - all natural. They contain NO chemicals, NO soaps and NO detergents that will rinse away expensive flea treatments. And NO alcohols that will dry out the coat. With the proper shampoos, more time will be spent washing and the quality of wash will be as good as a groomer. This will ultimately increases your profits and client satisfaction.

We are in the pet industry, not the car wash industry ... and we need to re-educate the car wash industry about the little things that mean a lot to your overall revenue potential and success. Car washes see the tremendous potential with a dog wash profit center but it will take the right equipment, the right installation, the right price per wash and the right pet vending partner so that you all maximize your revenue with minimal maintenance.

Thanks for everyone's feedback this week. And thanks for the orders. Together, we will help solve a major problem all pet owners face. We are here to make it simple for you car wash owners. Trust us ... and look for our article next month in Professional Carwashing & Detailing Magazine.

Using the K9000 dog wash for the first time.

I washed my 100 lbs black lab and 25 lbs beagle today in the K9000 for the first time. How sweet it is! The platform is set at a perfect height. Not too high so that my arms didn't get tired and not too low so that I was bending over. Plus, it was very easy for my lab to get into the tub washing area. The water pressure is very nice and what we really like is that we have a conditioner option to clean him even better. My lab seemed to be very comfortable and able to look out. The dryer is amazing! We've used the Pet Clin unit numerous times and are familiar with that dryer - but the K9000 dryer is much more powerful, especially when on Turbo Dry. At the end of the cycle, what is really nice is that if your time expires, you still have about 20 seconds to deposit more money and extend the time. And with a few seconds left after Ike was dry, we used the disinfecting option and because of the design of the platform, there was virtually NO hair left in the tub... so it seemed to get a lot cleaner with the manual disinfecting option vs. Pet Clin's automatic disinfecting option. It's nice that I can disinfect before I start or after I start. I can get the tub area as clean as I want and have that control to feel most comfortable. The K9000 rocks! We absolutely love it! We are sure you will too!

Pricing Your Cost Per Wash Correctly = More Profits!

One of the most critical aspects of ensuring a quicker return on your investment of your self-serve dog wash equipment is to price the cost per wash in accordance with the grooming market and your local demographics. It's a fine line with the coin-op self-serve dog wash equipment; you don't want to overcharge when taking into account smaller dogs. However, don't sell your service short by undercharging because of what you have seen going on in the car wash market, for example. We highly suggest a price of $10 for 10 minutes and here is why:

We must examine both the pet and car wash industries:
Pet Industry - In our research throughout the pet industry, most self-serve store-fronts are charging anywhere from $12-$25 based upon the size of the dog. And typically, this does not include higher-end shampoo - which is extra. Oatmeal based is additional, flea & tick is addition, etc. Sometimes, we've seen that self-serve stores will charge for extra time should you need more than the allotted 20 - 30 minutes.
Car Wash Industry - Most of you in the car wash industry or those of you that have seen/used the basic tub-like coin-op self-serve dog wash have probably noticed a price of $5 for 10 or 12 minutes. If you take into account $.50 - $.75 cost per wash, that leaves the dog wash owner with about $4.50 in profit per month. Not a whole lot.

We highly suggest a price of $10 for 10 minutes for the K9000. Period. Charge $1 per additional minute. $10 for 10.

$10 is a very competitive price for using your coin-op self-serve dog wash especially considering the following:

1) Convenience - your dog wash is probably open 24x7 and available when the store-fronts aren't. There is a lot of value in convenience.
2) High-Quality Shampoo Products - not only is your equipment high quality but the high-quality shampoo options are included in the price! And if they need a little more time to dry, so they spend another 2-4 bucks. There is a lot of value in high quality shampoos.
3) Priced For All Dogs - $10 is very competitive for a smaller dog that may use all but 1 or 2 minutes of a 10 minute cycle. Larger dogs will certainly use the full 10 minutes and if the pet owners wants a totally dry dog, they will simply deposit more money to extend the drying time. It's fair all around.

Below is an example of how much time is used for a medium-size (50 lbs.) dog:
2 mins. shampoo
1 mins. flea & tick shampoo
1 mins. conditioner
1 min rinse
remaining 5 mins. + used for drying

The fact is that most dog owners with medium and large size dogs will need to extend the time if they want to get the full benefits of using the coin-op self-serve dog wash. And you know what that means to you - more profit per wash! But at the end of the day, the dog owner is in and out in about 14 minutes - much quicker than if going to a self-serve dog wash store. It's all about convenience for the dog owner and repeat business for you as the dog wash owner.

Is Self Serve Dog Washing Recession Proof?

Let us start by saying this: most data and research we have read indicates that the pet industry as a whole won't suffer much if the U.S. economy continues to lag. Don't get us wrong, when speaking with pet store owners, groomers and the like, a lot have seen a drop in sales over the past 24 months. But overall, the pet industry market is strong. We think most pet owners will cut back on other personal luxury items before they cut back on their pet spending. But we think pet owners will become a bit more selective with their product purchasing and will look at all grooming/dog washing options available in their town.

Here is why we think self serve dog washing services are recession proof:
- It saves money! - Self serve costs fractions less than paying for someone else to bathe your pooch weekly
- Convenience - Self serve give folks the flexibility of convenience - we do it when we have the time to do it
- Cleaner dogs - Self serve provides option to clean the dog every week - it does not replace traditional grooming services which are typically done once per month(s)
- Demand is out there - Self serve is in greater demand because of how active dogs are these days - i.e. dog parks, dog beaches... a dog owner needs to wash their four-legged friend after visits to the public places because fleas/tick and diseases are real threats - we want our dogs to be active - but we need an quick, easy and affordable way to wash and dry them
- Efficiency - Self serve is quick and simple - only takes a few minutes versus 30-45 minutes at home including the clean-up process ... time is money... get it done. Us Americans are always on the run and never have time for this dirty chore until now
- Fun for the entire family! - Self serve has now become a fun family event - bring the kids, enjoy the chore

Pet owners are embracing self serve dog washing. With or without a recession, self serve dog washing will always be in great demand in our opinion.

Pet Industry Trends

We thought it would be a good opportunity to share with everyone the trends we have been witnessing over the past 6-12 months as it pertains to various vertical markets that are expressing interest in coin-op serve dog wash.

1) Groomers Struggling: What we find interesting is that recently, we have been receiving a lot of inquiries for the coin-op dog wash from groomers. Their reasoning is that they are seeing a decrease in traditional grooming revenue because of the slowing economy. The funny thing is that some of the groomers who think self serve dog wash equipment is a competitor are finally 'seeing the light'. They are realizing that a majority of dog owners wash their pet at home and are looking for an easier solution without the clean-up. In our opinion, dog owners will be cutting back on the amount of times they pay $70-100 to have someone else groom their dog. Groomers are now seeing the coin-op self serve dog wash as a complementary product that can help increase revenues and exposure.

2) Self serve dog wash store fronts are charging on average $12-20 to use their indoor self serve dog wash facility. The difference in price is based on the size and weight of your dog. Some will provide you with shampoo options, others will charge extra for higher-end products. Also, we have found that their tubs are typically made of plastic or fiberglass and some require you 'lift' your pooch into the tub. And most of the time, when you actually have the time to wash your dog, they are closed.
We think you will start to see coin-op self serve dog wash store-fronts opening up offering a more competitive price, open 24x7 (like the 24x7 fitness centers) and providing the dog owner the conveniences for which we look.

3) Residential and Commercial Real-Estate companies (REITs) are starting to seriously consider adding a more pet friendly environment by offering dog parks and the like. We are receiving a number of inquiries from REITs about the coin-op self serve dog wash, as it's a natural fit for them. Plus this value-add amenity will certainly be a differentiating factor for dog owners during their evaluation process.

4) Laundromats are looking to add another Profit Center. They have the space and the utilities... it seems to make sense ... they have coin operated equipment, why not add the dog wash. Google laundromats and dog washes and see for yourself how many are already out there. It's a nice fit.

In the coming weeks, we'll talk about other businesses expressing interest and other trends we are seeing in the self serve dog wash market.

Washing my 100 lbs lab today

I took the boys to the local Pet Clin self serve dog wash today for their weekly washing. I must say, I figured out how to get Ike, the 100 lbs black lab, done in the 14 minute cycle. Now keep in mind, this includes 3 minutes of shampoo time, 2 minutes of flea & tick, and another minute of rinsing. The key is after I was done rinsing, I wiped off the access water with my hands, literally ringing out his legs... then I quickly towel dried him and used the rest of the 6 minutes with the dryer on the high speed. When the cycle ended, he wasn't 100% dry but dry enough to get him in the truck and after a shore drive, he's back home under my desk and smelling very nice. It's such a life savor for me and is much more pleasant to have a clean dog around the house.

One other suggestion: brush out the old fur BEFORE you begin the wash cycle. I use a rubber square brush for thicker coats. He looks that much better when he's finished and I don't see as much black hair on the floor. Can you say Swiffer? ...well, I certainly don't have to swiffer as often any more.

How can the kids help with dirty chores?

A great way to get the kids involved in family activities and up off of the couch is to have them wash fido at the local self serve dog wash facility. Kids love using the dog wash and it provides them and way to get out of the house with Fido and do the dirty chore with minimal effort and cost. We see it happening a lot here in Tampa at our self serve dog wash units. The kids come first with the family, they learn the ins and outs of washing the dog, and are giving more responsibility by their parents by having them wash fido weekly on their own. Imagine that: a dirty chore that can be done by your son or daughter for under $10 ... and they (the kid and the dog) actually like it! What do you all think about this?

Self Serve Dog Washing Can Be Simple

Self Serve Dog Washing Can Be Simple
I always struggled to wash and dry my 100 lbs. black lab (Ike) and 25 lbs. beagle, Adidas, and refused to pay a groomer a ton of money ... plus it was inconvenient to have to drop him off and then pick him back up... so what I did was research and travel the world to find the most simple and affordable way to get this chore done. Hello, my name is Erik and welcome to my Self Serve Dog Wash Blog. For those interested, I would love to pass along my experiences to all current and future pet owners to improve the overall quality of life for us and our dogs. I will also be sharing some interesting pet industry news and welcome your feedback. I have been researching coin operated self serve dog washes for over two years including travels to Europe and Australia. Let me tell you, these dog washes are life savers! No more back pain and no more clean up for me. Plus, Ike and Adidas are the cleanest pooches in town these days. Living in Florida, we have these set up outside and they are open 24x7 - typically at a car wash or other business. For under $10, Ike is clean and dry in about 14 minutes!! Next, I'll share with you all some tips we've found to improve your quality of your 14 minute wash. If anyone else has seen these coin operated self serve dog washes, please let me know. Until then....