Washing a dog with bare hands mostly moves shampoo around on top of the coat. The soft silicone nubs on this glove push lather down to the skin where it actually does something, which makes a real difference on thick or double coats that normally take three rinses to come clean. Most dogs read it as being stroked rather than scrubbed, so bath time turns into something they tolerate instead of dread.

It doubles as a de-shedding tool on dry fur, pulling loose hair off the coat and holding it on the glove rather than letting it drift round the room. Rinse it under the tap and the hair lifts straight off. The wrist strap keeps it secure through a wet, wriggly wash, and the silicone will not scratch skin the way a bristle brush can.