In stock & ready to ship • Free shipping over $57
Pro-grade power. Gives back: 2% of every order is donated to charities like K9s For Warriors. Questions? 877-729-5789
This is the machine serious groomers build their day around: maximum output when you need to move water and undercoat fast, and feather-fine control when you’re finishing a show coat or settling a nervous dog.
Built for the widest range of work — thick double-coats at full power, delicate puppies and detail finishing at the low end of the dial. If you don’t need variable control, the standard K-9 III delivers the same power with two-speed toggles at a lower price.
| Motors | Two motors (dual), side-by-side |
|---|---|
| Power | 18 amps @ 120V |
| Outlet | Requires a dedicated 20-amp circuit |
| Speed Control | Variable, 1–100% |
| Air | Warm, never hot (no heating element) |
| Body | Fabricated metal; Metal Purple or Metal Blue |
| Made In | USA by Electric Cleaner Company |
| Warranty | 2 years on motors; 90 days parts/labor |
The K-9 III Variable draws 18 amps and requires a dedicated 20-amp circuit — it’s not made for a standard 15-amp GFCI outlet. Start low and bring the dial up to avoid a start-up amperage spike. For ordinary household wiring, look to the 15-amp K-9 I, Mini, or Fluffer.
Here’s what surprises most first-time buyers: a K-9 dryer has no heating element. The gentle warmth you feel comes from the motors themselves as they run, so the air is warm but never scorching — the temperature is naturally moderated to protect your dog’s skin and coat. It’s high-velocity airflow, not heat, that does the real work: it pushes water out of the coat and lifts loose undercoat for fast drying and easy de-shedding, while keeping hair from drifting all over your home. Because there’s no hot element, there’s no risk of overheating or singeing, even on long sessions.
Cheap plastic dryers overheat, melt, and fail within months. The K-9 line is built from fabricated metal to survive years of real use, and it can be wall-mounted to keep it up and out of the way in your grooming station or garage. Maintenance is simple: rinse or vacuum the two filters regularly (more often in a busy shop), and replace the carbon motor brushes roughly every 9–12 months under heavy daily use. If you ever notice reduced power, extra heat, or black soot from the hose, that’s your cue the brushes need changing.
Want it even quieter or more comfortable? Optional add-ons include the K-9 Comfort Sleeve (protects your hand and arm from a warm hose, and shields the hose from bites and scratches), a car-style Heavy Duty Filter, the K-9 Muffler for lower noise, a 15’ hose, and a wall-mount bracket.
Each K-9 III Variable ships with a flexible 10’ hose, two snap-on air-intake filters, a flat blower tip, a round blower tip, and an owner’s manual. Plus worldwide compatibility: a 220V version is available outside the USA, and the line is CSA, CE, and Australian approved.
Yes — it combines the most powerful K-9 motors with a 1–100% variable dial, the most capable and flexible dryer we offer.
Yes, like all dual-motor K-9 dryers. The single-motor Mini and Fluffer and the dual-motor K-9 I run on a standard 15-amp outlet.
No. The warmth comes from the motors as they run, so the air is warm but never hot — coat-safe by design.
Yes. Many cats do great with a K-9 dryer — on a dual-motor model you may only need one motor, and on a variable model simply dial the airflow down.
Built in the USA by Electric Cleaner Company — the worldwide leader in dog dryers for more than 30 years — and backed by a 2-year motor warranty (90 days on parts and labor). Part of LibertyPaw’s American-made grooming line. We give back, too: 2% of every order is donated to charities like K9s For Warriors.
Compare & pair: K-9 III (two-speed) • K-9 II Variable • all USA-made K-9 dryers.
The strongest, most adjustable K-9 dryer we make.
Free shipping over $57 • 2-year motor warranty • 30-day happiness guarantee
We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at shop@libertypaw.com with the reason for your return and to get an RMA# (Return Merchandise Authorization #).
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return, or without an RMA# will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at shop@libertypaw.com .
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, snacks, or supplements), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days.
Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at shop@libertypaw.com
Where are your products made?
All of our products are made in the USA to support local artisans and manufacturers.
Do you have free shipping?
Yes, all orders over $57 ship for free.
Disclaimer: For professional or supervised at-home pet grooming use only. Always monitor the temperature and airflow settings during use to prevent overheating or skin burns; never leave the dryer running unattended near a pet. Ensure your pet is properly secured but never stressed during the drying process. Keep vents clear of fur and debris, and do not use near open standing water.
