• The Best Way to Clean Your Gun Dog After a Shoot

    (Without Freezing Them or Yourself!)

If you’ve got a gun dog, you already know

... mud is part of the job.

Whether it’s a soaked spaniel charging through cover or a retriever coming back caked in it, the end result is always the same:

A filthy dog. A wet boot. And nowhere decent to clean them.

The Hippo Go gives you proper hot water, anywhere — so you can wash your dog off straight after a run, a shoot, or a muddy walk… without relying on freezing hoses or waiting until you get home!

Why Cleaning a Gun Dog Properly Matters

It’s not just about mud.

Leaving your dog dirty after a shoot can lead to:

  • skin irritation from mud and bacteria
  • matted coats, especially in spaniels
  • discomfort in cold weather
  • that classic wet dog smell in the car

And let’s be honest… most “solutions” aren’t great:

  • cold water from a hose = miserable dog
  • waiting until you get home = mess everywhere
  • buckets = pointless
  • petrol station jet wash = not happening

You need something that works in the real world.

Meet the Hippo Go – A Proper Outdoor Dog Wash

This isn’t a gimmick or a camping toy.

The Hippo Go is a portable hot water system that delivers a proper wash down, wherever you are.

  • Instant hot water
  • Portable and field-ready
  • Works off your setup (tank, container, etc.)
  • Designed for proper use, not once-a-year camping

So whether you’re:

  • at the back of a shoot
  • in a muddy car park
  • out training in the middle of nowhere

You’ve got everything you need to clean your dog properly.

Built for Gun Dogs in Real Conditions

  • Dog drinking water from a pond in a grassy field

Gun dogs don’t do “a bit dirty”.

They go all in!!

The Hippo Go is ideal for: Spaniels running thick cover, Retrievers in wet, muddy ground, Long training days in rough terrain, Back-to-back shoot days.

Quick rinse. Warm water. Clean dog. Job done.

Why Hot Water Matters

Cold Water Isn’t Enough

Anyone who’s tried hosing down a working dog in winter knows…

They hate it. And you feel like a villain.

Warm water:

  • keeps your dog comfortable
  • helps remove mud properly
  • supports coat and skin health
  • makes the whole process quicker

The difference between a fight… and a calm, easy wash.

Pair your Hippo Go with:

SoggySnuggler Drying Mitts

Perfect for lifting the last of the mud and moisture quickly.

SoggySnuggler Drying Coats

Keep your dog warm while they dry off — ideal for cold days or long drives home.

Together, it’s a proper system:

Wash → Dry → Warm → Done

Stop Bringing Half the Field Home With You

If you’re serious about your dogs, cleaning them properly shouldn’t be an afterthought.

The Hippo Go gives you:

  • hot water anywhere
  • a cleaner, healthier dog
  • a much easier end to your day

Tried & Tested by Gun Dog Owners

We’ve had the Hippo Go out with people running working dogs in real conditions — and the feedback is always the same:

“It just makes life easier.”

Easy to Use, Anywhere

FAQ

Find the most frequently asked questions below.
  • The best way is to rinse them as soon as possible using clean, preferably warm water to remove mud, bacteria, and debris before it dries into the coat.

  • You can, but it’s uncomfortable for the dog, especially in colder weather, and often less effective at removing dirt and mud.

  • A portable system that provides warm water and enough pressure to remove mud properly, like the Hippo Go, is far more effective than basic hose or bucket setups.

  • Washing your dog before loading them into the car and using drying mitts or coats significantly reduces mess and moisture.