Buyer's guide
Choosing a dog wash tub
Two families, one question: will dogs walk in, or will a groomer bring them up to the tub? Here is how the Standard Series and the Pro Series line up.
Walk-in wash stations
Standard Series
From $4,990 contractor price
A full-height enclosure with a slide-away door, so a Great Dane or an elderly Lab steps straight in. Made for places where lots of different people wash lots of different dogs.
Professional grooming tubs
Pro Series
From $8,590 contractor price
An open stainless tub at working height, fitted with a brass faucet, a flexible spray hose and a hair catcher. Made for the groomer, vet tech or kennel hand who bathes dogs all day.
Side by side
How they compare
| Feature | Standard Series | Pro Series |
|---|---|---|
| How dogs get in | Walk in through a slide-away stainless steel door. No lifting. | Lifted or led up safety steps into a tub at working height. |
| Layouts | Parallel access, in 48″ or 60″ widths. | Parallel access (work along the long side) or perpendicular access (work from the end). |
| Built from | 16 gauge, 304 grade stainless steel, fully welded, double reinforced front panels. | Stainless steel throughout, made to take all-day professional use without rusting. |
| Faucet & drain | A plumbing hose kit is available; see the downloads on each product page. | Chrome-plated brass faucet with a flexible stainless hose, plus a high-capacity hair catcher. |
| Plumbing side | Left or right. | Left or right. |
| Warranty | 10 year limited. | Ask us for the current terms. |
| Typical lead time | About 4 weeks. | Made to order; ask for a ship date. |
| Contractor price | From $4,990 | From $8,590 |
Both families are made in the USA, and both come in standard Color Play® colors.
Find your fit
Where each one shines
The deciding factor is usually who does the bathing. Self-serve spaces lean Standard; staffed, high-volume wash rooms lean Pro.
Standard Series
Apartment & condo pet spas
Residents of every strength bathe dogs of every size, so walk-in access matters most.
Standard Series
HOAs & hotels
A self-serve amenity that is simple to use, easy to clean and fits an amenity budget.
Standard Series
Doggy daycares
Big, muddy dogs at pick-up time walk straight in instead of being lifted.
Pro Series
Grooming salons
Bath after bath, all day: the faucet, hose and hair catcher are already in the tub.
Pro Series
Veterinary clinics
Medicated baths and pre-surgery prep at a comfortable working height.
Pro Series
Boarding kennels
Go-home baths in volume, with a layout that matches the wash room.
Plan the room
Parallel or perpendicular?
Stand where the groomer will stand. If that is along the long side of the tub, with the tub against a wall, you want parallel access. If the tub sits in an alcove or a narrow room and you work from its end, you want perpendicular access.
Every tub is offered with left or right side plumbing, so check where your supply lines and floor drain are before you order. Our installation checklist walks through it.
Complete the setup
Add-ons
Cool Dog Wash Tubs – Safety Stair Step-Up
Lets dogs climb into a Pro Series tub on their own.
$275
Dog Wash Hair Dryer – Wall Mounted
Wall-mounted, so the hose stays within reach of the tub.
$739
Cool Dog Standard Series Grooming Table
Finish and trim next to a Standard Series station.
$2,995
Dog Wash Tub Pro Series – Stainless Steel Grooming Table
Matches the stainless steel of the Pro Series tubs.
$4,990
Is a walk-in dog wash tub ADA friendly?
The Standard Series is ADA friendly with parallel access: the person bathing stands alongside the tub, and the slide-away door means nobody has to lift the dog. For an accessible Pro Series setup, the perpendicular access tub lets you approach from the end.
What is the difference between parallel and perpendicular access?
With parallel access you work along the long side of the tub, which suits a tub set against a wall. With perpendicular access you work from the end, which suits narrower rooms and alcoves.
Which size Standard Series tub do I need?
The 48″ wash station suits most dogs and smaller rooms. Choose the 60″ for giant breeds, two dogs at once or a room with space to spare. Each product page has a downloadable spec sheet with exact dimensions.
Can I choose the color of my wash tub?
Yes. Through the Color Play® program you can pick one of our standard colors or ask about a custom color to match your facility. Custom colors are made to order.
What else should I budget for?
Plumbing and drain hookup by your contractor, plus any add-ons: safety steps, a wall-mounted dryer or a matching grooming table. Shipping is shown in the cart before you pay.
Plumbing & installation
Ready to plan your project?
Every tub comes with left or right side plumbing to fit your space. Ask us for a quote, volume pricing or an installer in your area.