HydroSurge Rapid Bath claims they can clean up your pooch in 3 minutes or less. We're taking wash, shampoo, condition and rinse. I thought this might be handy for pet owners especially in the spring and summer months. Dogs are always picking up the worst things in their fur. Heartland News put this cool little gadget to the test on Celie a Newfoundland and Charlie the Chihuahua.
Hydro Surge Rapid Bath
HydroSurge Rapid Bath Claims
The RapidBath Pet Bathing System is an "all-in-one" wet, wash and rinse dog bathing solution.
Give your dog a professional level bath at home in three minutes or less.
The dog will love the relaxing [tags]hydro-surge-rapid-bath[/tags]massage action and you'll love the results.
No more stressful, backbreaking, messy baths for either one of you.
Pet Bathing System Includes
Handheld RapidBath Device
Professional Indoor/Outdoor Hose
Universal Shower Adapter
1 free 5 Pack of Shampoo Cartridges
Available at Pet Smart
- You don't have to brush or pre-wet your dog before using Rapid Bath.
- You're saving money on professional grooming fees.
- It really does live up to the claim of cleaning and rinsing a large dog in 3 minutes. A small dog can be cleaned in 45 seconds flat!
- Great for a quick bathing after your pet has been to the beach or pool.
- Dogs won't run away before a bath. Dogs will sit calmly and enjoy being bathed since it's a nice, relaxing massage bath.
- It's convenient and easy to make it part of a routine. After walking a dog you can clean them up without a lot of hassle. I was thinking that there must be a point where bathing a dog too often would dry out your pet's fur. Rapid Bath advices every 2-4 weeks for a bath. I guess you could use it without the shampoo on a daily basis.
- You don't need to scrub the hair if you use Rapid Bath against the direction of the hair.
- Dogs are much cleaner than washing by hand.
- The shampoo has conditioner in it so it cuts down on one step.
- It has a pivoting nozzle so you can wash and rinse underneath your pooch.
- The RapidBath shampoos are good quality. They are formulated with the finest skin and coat conditioners and a professional grade, naturally derived, cleaning product.
The Bad
- It looks like some of you are having problems with these units after one year of use. Please see comments below. I'm wondering if it's possible that the shampoo could be clogging it if it's not in use for a full year.
- Only the specially formulated RapidBath shampoo cartridges work with the RapidBath system. The system requires the shampoo to be highly concentrated.
- You need to have good water pressure for it to clean and rinse your dog. The instructions advise a minimum of 3 psi.
- It doesn't work on kitchen sink faucets since they don't have enough water pressure.
- It's a bit pricey at $70 and a three pack of shampoos cost around $10.
How long to the Shampoo Cartridges Last?
A shampoo cartridge lasts differently for different dogs. It depends on how dirty your dog is, the size of the breed, coat thickness and length. Also good water pressure helps too. On average, you can bathe a standard Golden Retriever two times per cartridge. Smaller dogs may get up to five baths per cartridge. An English Sheepdog that just rolled around in the mud might require an entire cartridge.
Compare Prices on the Rapid Bath System and Refill Cartridges
The main site is at www.hydrosurge.com and also available on Ebay.
US $15.95
HydroSurge Rapid Bath looks like a good buy. Dog owners especially those that have large breed dogs seem to really love it. You can hose them all down at once. A huge time saver! For small dogs I'm not convinced that it's that necessary and might be to overwhelming for them, like poor Charlie in the video. He almost fell over from the blast of water. By the way, if you're considering using the Pet Vac, don't bother it turned out to be a total dud in this review.
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Tried mine out for the first time today and was truly impressed. I used 1 cartridge on 2 labs and a springer spaniel and still had some left. It works great, as advertised. Took about 3-5 minutes for each dog and I do plan on using it every 3 weeks or so.
That’s so good to hear! Finally an infomercial product that actually works. So one cartridge washes all three of your dogs. Pretty impressive!
I have two large dogs (lab and shepherd). I use a cartridge per dog. I could probably get away with one cartridge for both of them but I wash them REALLY well. It is a pretty good tool as you don’t have to stop, put on the soap, rub it in, rinse it off. You can do all of these things at once.
I would like to buy this in the UK. Does anyone know if it is exported?
Polly, I just located that UK link above…it’s a bit cheaper than shipping all that way from the States.
Mine worked for several baths, but after about a year it stopped. The shampoo cartridge would fill up with water when it was set on the “rinse only” setting. The pressure would build up and shoot the cartridge out and spray all over! I called the company and their only solution was to offer me a new one at the highest list price plus postage. When I told them I would perfer not to spend this much money every couple of years for a product that was going to break, they said they didn’t blame me for feeling that way. DO NOT SUPPORT THIS COMPANY! THEY DO NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT!!!!
I had a similar problem as Bob described. Mine worked for a few months then the water started backing up into the shampoo cartridge when placed on rinse setting. The company replaced the unit and it worked for a bit over a year. I got it out today and the exact same problem occurred. It is a great product for bathing dogs, but for the amount of money charged, I would expect a longer lifespan.
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!! I have 2 boxers and a pom. I can usually get all three dogs bathed with one cartridge of shampoo. I have one dog that has many allergies so I bought the hypo allergenic shampoo for use. Today was the first time I used that shampoo so I am watching carefully to see if it irritates him at all. It takes mere minutes to bathe and rinse them. I was skeptical of it at first but now would recommend it to everyone!! Good job, RapidBath for being what you promised to be!!
I had the exact problem as Bob and Lance. I like the rest loved this product when it worked but I will not be spending that much money on another product when the problem seems to be common. Hope you all love your washer while it lasts cause I can guarantee you’ll be back here complaining in a few months! hahaha
I washed three golden retrievers with one cartridge and had a bit left over – they were clean and sparkly – I got mine at a pet expo event and only paid $30 for everything plus a towel and shampoo – With the issues expressed my solution will be to buy an extra one to have on hand just in case – well worth it when you figure the cost of a self service shampoo place or a groomer – I do rescue and think this is sent from doggie heaven! Won’t be without one ever again.
Worked great for a few month, then the soap stopped flowing. There is no way to clean out the valve mechanism; so, it cannot be salvaged. Based on previous commenters, I guess I won’t bother contacting the company.
I thought I was the only one that had the problem with the cartridge filling up with water and bursting open after a year of use! Guess not. I really loved it when I first got it and it worked great but can’t afford to replace it every year!
If you have an issue with the soap not working, you need to soak the unit. Sometimes, it will get gummed up, so letting it sit in a bucket of warm water, then running warm water throigh the unit will help clean it out.
I am a professional groomer. I’ve used the HydroSurge system in my job, and I LOVE the RapidBath!
Hadthe same problem with the shampoo not coming out. I read Ashley’s advice about soaking it in warm water then running it with warm water (I did hot water). Anyway the shampoo is coming out. We are back in business! I love this thing when it works! I’ve been using it for almost a year. Hopefully Ashley’s quick fix works for everyone.
Thanks for the advice Ashley!
My solution to it not working after a year with the cartridge filling up with water is to just take the cartridge out when using just plain water and leave the switch on bathe. Then when I need soap I just put the cartridge back on.
And to make it easier I just leave the cover off.
Not the best solution but it continues to work and I use it nearly weekly on 2 terriers.
I love this system; however after a year, I am having problems with the product. I cannot open the case to put the shampoo in. Boo Hoo. Guess I have to spend more money on a new set, but at least the price is down to half what it was originally. It is still less expensive than taking to a groomer. I have three dogs. I do it all myself.