Recommended grooming equipment brands?

[phylpool]

Hi! I'm new to this forum. I am opening a kennel and salon very soon. I am not a groomer myself, but will be advertising for an experienced groomer to contract with. I will supply the salon equipment (grooming table, tub, dryer, etc.), and I would like to get quality equipment. Does anyone have any recommendations on brands or features you like best in your equipment? Any and all advice is appreciated. Thanks!!

[michaelf]

If you really want to lure a good groomer and keep him/ her, buying quality equiptment is an excellent incentive!
Consider a stainless steel tub with pull out steps. It's a real back saver. 95% of my large dogs will go up the steps.
A powerful high velocity dryer is also a must.
Hydrolic grooming table , or electric. I really love my hydrolic, never a problem in 5 years with it.
A stand dryer will be needed also.
I have a Prima bathing system but there are others not as pricy.
Those are the basic big ticket items.
I am not good with links and stuff but you can google all these things and get a lot of info that way.
good luck with your plans!

[D'tailsDogGrooming]

As the poster above said, stainless steel tubs, hydraulic or electric grooming table, velocity dryer, and bathing system are all going to attract a good groomer.

My suggestion for the bathing system is the Hydrosurge Bathing System. They have a program where you get the system free if you purchase a minimum order of shampoo. Their shampoos are also quite nice so it is a win win. Their website is here.

As for a velocity dryer the best of the best is the K-9 dryer series. These puppies last and last! They are available on PetEdge.

Forever Stainless makes amazing tubs and each is custom made for your needs. They have a guarantee and are again the top in the industry.

For grooming tables, I have heard good things about many brands. PetEdge has several for sale here.

Hope that helps, and good luck with your business venture!