Cleaning & sanitation
A cleaner tub in minutes
The wash tub is the one surface every dog shares. A short, consistent routine protects the next dog, keeps odors down and keeps the stainless looking new.
The routine
Clean on a schedule
Post this beside the tub so every shift does it the same way.
Every bath
Between dogs
- Pull the hair out of the catcher and bin it.
- Spray the tub down from the top of the walls to the drain, door track included.
- Wipe the faucet handle, sprayer grip, door edge and step.
- Fresh towel for the next dog; brushes and combs back into their soak.
Every day
At closing
- Scrub the tub with a pet-safe cleaner.
- Apply disinfectant and leave it wet for the full contact time on the label.
- Rinse well, since residue can irritate the next dog's skin.
- Squeegee or towel the stainless dry so it doesn't spot.
Every week
Once a week
- Check the tub is still level and drains completely; adjust the feet if not.
- Look over hoses and fittings for drips or wear.
- Clean the wall and floor around the tub, where splash and hair build up.
- Wipe the dryer and its hose, and clean the intake filter if it has one.
Choosing cleaners
Do & don't
Stainless steel lasts for decades if it isn't scratched or etched.
Do use
- Cleaners labelled for veterinary or kennel use, diluted as directed
- Soft cloths, sponges and non-scratch pads
- The label's full wet contact time for disinfectant
- Dry storage for chemicals, out of dogs' reach
Avoid
- Strong chlorine bleach on stainless steel
- Steel wool or abrasive scouring pads
- Rinsing hair down the drain
- Spray-and-wipe in place of a proper contact time
Built to be cleaned
Fewer places for grime
Standard Series tubs are 16 gauge, 304 grade stainless steel, fully welded, with cove molding along every edge. Rounded corners and closed seams mean a spray-down reaches everything, and the hair catcher stops clumps before they reach the drain.
How often should a shared dog wash tub be disinfected?
Rinse it and clear the hair catcher after every dog, and disinfect it at least once a day at closing. Busy salons and clinics often disinfect between dogs too, especially after a dog with a skin condition.
What is the best cleaner for a stainless steel dog tub?
A cleaner or disinfectant made for veterinary or kennel use, diluted as the label says. These are designed for animal areas and state a contact time. Avoid strong bleach and abrasive pads, which can mar stainless steel over time.
Why does stainless steel matter for hygiene?
It is non-porous and holds up to daily cleaning without rusting. Standard Series tubs are fully welded with cove molding on every edge, so there are no open seams or sharp corners for hair and soap scum to collect in.
How do I keep a self-serve pet spa clean?
Post a short rule card asking users to rinse the tub and empty the hair catcher, then add the room to staff's daily rounds for the closing clean and the weekly check.
Plan & install
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Plumbing & installation
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