Bath time
They lie still because they cannot do anything else. Both your hands stay free and the water drains straight through.
Works for
- Frenchies
- Dachshunds
- Corgis
- Cats
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Groom Cradle
- The legs drop through the holes — so they can't scramble
- One spot for the lot: bath, nails, brush, dry
- Folds flat — lives behind the door, not in the way
- Free US shipping
- Tracked, 4–5 business days
- Secure checkout
““The legs go through the mesh, so there is nothing to push against and the scrambling stops.””
““45 days to try it on real bath nights. Used is fine, and you keep it.””
““Free tracked US shipping, on your doorstep in 4–5 business days.””
How it holds them still
Your dog lies flat on the mesh with its chest and belly taking the weight, and all four legs pass down through their own oval hole so the paws hang free below the panel.
With nothing to push against, a dog physically cannot scramble — so it stops trying. That is the whole product. Stay with your dog the whole time it is on the cradle.
Setting up and cleaning
It opens like a camping stool — no tools, about a minute. The rubber feet grip wet enamel, a shower tray or a driveway.
Water and shampoo drain straight through the mesh instead of pooling. Rinse the panel after, shake it off, fold it away.
Shipping and returns
Orders leave within 1–2 business days and arrive in 4–5 business days, tracked, free within the US. If it turns up damaged or faulty, send us your order number and a photo and we'll replace it.
What it's for
One cradle. Four jobs.
The part of grooming that goes wrong is the wriggling. Take that away and every job gets easier at once.
Nail trims
The leg you are working on is already isolated through its own hole, hanging where you can reach it.
Works for
- Front paws
- Back paws
- Dewclaws
Brushing and de-shedding
A flat, supported dog is a still dog. The coat stays where you can reach it and the hair falls through the mesh.
Works for
- Double coats
- Shedding season
- Matting
Towel and blow-dry
Air moves underneath as well as over the top, so the undercoat dries instead of staying damp.
Works for
- After a bath
- Wet walks
- Winter
Why it works
Bath time, finally still
On a wet tub floor a dog slips, panics and tries to climb out — and you spend the whole bath holding it down with one arm.
Lying flat with its legs through the mesh, there is nothing to push off. The scramble never starts, so you are washing a dog instead of wrestling one.
In the tub
Four dogs, four baths, nobody wrestling
Different breeds, different bathrooms, same result: a dog that holds still because it finally has nothing to push against.
How it works
Three moves, and bath night is over
1
Open it where you bathe them
Tub, shower tray or driveway. Opens like a camping stool, no tools, about a minute.
2
Lie them on the mesh
Chest and belly on the panel, one leg down through each hole. The mesh takes their weight.
3
Wash, trim, dry — then fold it away
Both hands free the whole time. Rinse the panel after and it folds flat behind the door.
Against the alternatives
Why a cradle beats holding them down.
| Feature | The Groom Cradle Groom Cradle | Bathing them in the tub In the tub | Suction-cup hammock Hammock | A groomer visit Groomer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stops the scramble | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Both your hands stay free | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Where it lives | Folds behind a door | Nowhere to put it | Stuck to a wall | Not at home |
| Setting it up each time | About a minute | None | Four suction cups | Book ahead |
| Also does nails, brushing, drying | Yes | No | No | Yes |
In the box
Three parts, sixty seconds
It arrives flat and opens without tools. Nothing to assemble, nothing to lose.
- Folding tube frame — powder-coated steel, non-slip rubber feet
- Drainage mesh panel — 60 × 31 cm, moulded leg holes
- Adjustable safety strap
The strap clips under the panel and the mesh lifts out to rinse. Always stay with your dog while it is on the cradle.
Our guarantee
Try it on a month of baths. For 45 days.
If the Groom Cradle doesn't make bath night easier, email us within 45 days of delivery and we'll refund you in full.
- Keep the cradle — there is nothing to post back.
- Used is fine. Bathe with it every week for six weeks first.
- Lost or porch-stolen parcel? We send a replacement, not an argument.
Questions
How does it actually keep my dog still?
It isn't a restraint. Your dog lies flat on the mesh with its weight on its chest and belly, and each leg hangs down through its own hole. With no floor to push against, the scramble never starts — most dogs settle within a few seconds. Always stay with your dog while it's on the cradle.
What size dogs does it fit?
Small and medium dogs up to roughly 40 lb / 18 kg, and cats. The panel is 60 × 31 cm (23.6" × 12.2"), which suits French Bulldogs, Dachshunds, Corgis, Cockapoos, Shih Tzus and small doodles. For large breeds it works while they're puppies.
Does it fit in my bath or shower?
Both. The feet grip wet enamel and a shower tray the same way, and the frame is narrow enough for a standard enclosure. It works just as well on a driveway with a hose.
How do I clean it?
Rinse the mesh under the shower after a bath and shake it off. It dries within the hour, then folds flat. No soaking, nothing to replace.
How long does shipping take?
Orders are processed in 1–2 business days and delivery takes 4–5 business days after that, tracked. The tracking link is emailed as soon as it ships.