K-9 III Variable - Made in USA
Free shipping on every K-9 dryer
Pro-grade power. Gives back: 2% of every order is donated to charities like K9s For Warriors. Questions? 877-729-5789
Free shipping on every K-9 dryer
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 one- or two-motor control at a lower price.
| Motors | Two motors (dual), side-by-side |
|---|---|
| Power | 18 amps @ 120V |
| Outlet | Requires a dedicated 20-amp circuit |
| Plug | Standard 15-amp plug (fits a regular outlet; the circuit behind it still needs to be 20 amps) |
| Speed Control | Variable, 1–100% |
| Air | Warmed by the motors to about 115–125°F (no heating element) |
| Body | Fabricated metal; Metal Purple or Metal Blue |
| Made In | USA by Electric Cleaner Company |
| Warranty | 2 years on defects in workmanship and/or motors; 90 days on all other parts (motor-turbines must not be taken apart or tampered with). Per the manufacturer, Electric Cleaner Company. |
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 warmth you feel comes from the motors themselves as they run; unlike a human hair dryer, there’s no hot coil heating the air. 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. As with any dryer, keep the airflow moving, keep it away from the face, eyes and ears, and pause if your pet seems uncomfortable.
The K-9 line is built from fabricated metal for 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. The manufacturer says to rinse both air-intake filters and let them dry after every use, and to replace the carbon motor brushes once 50–75% of each brush has worn away; waiting longer can damage the motor. A drop in power is a common sign the filter or brushes need attention.
Electric Cleaner Company also makes optional add-ons: 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 the exhaust), a 15’ hose, and a wall-mount bracket. Ask us about availability.
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. This model is 120V for U.S. outlets; the manufacturer does not make it in a 220V version.
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. It’s the airflow, not heat, that dries the coat.
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.
The manufacturer, Electric Cleaner Company, guarantees its products against defects in workmanship and/or motors for two years from date of purchase, and all other parts for 90 days if the motor-turbines have not been taken apart or tampered with. To start a repair, email shop@libertypaw.com and we'll arrange it with the manufacturer.
K-9 dryers are built and shipped by the manufacturer, Electric Cleaner Company, in Wisconsin. All refunds, exchanges and repairs on K-9 dryers are decided by the manufacturer, so these terms apply to dryers in place of our standard return policy:
To start a return, exchange or repair, contact LibertyPaw at returns@libertypaw.com for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) before sending anything back. Returns without an RMA can't be accepted. Full details: Refund Policy.
Built in Wisconsin by Electric Cleaner Company and backed by the manufacturer’s 2-year warranty on workmanship and motors (90 days on all other parts, provided the motor-turbines have not been taken apart or tampered with). 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 (one- or two-motor control) • K-9 II Variable • all USA-made K-9 dryers.
The strongest, most adjustable K-9 dryer we make.
Free shipping on every K-9 dryer • 2-year manufacturer warranty • 30-day returns on unused dryers
K-9 dryers are built and shipped by the manufacturer, Electric Cleaner Company, in Wisconsin. All refunds, exchanges and repairs on K-9 dryers are decided by the manufacturer, so these terms apply to dryers in place of our standard return policy.
To start a return or exchange, contact LibertyPaw at returns@libertypaw.com with your order number for a Return Material Authorization (RMA#) before sending anything back. Returns without an RMA can’t be accepted.
Every K-9 dryer is covered by Electric Cleaner Company’s warranty: 2 years on defects in workmanship and/or motors, and 90 days on all other parts (as long as the motor-turbines haven’t been taken apart or tampered with). For a repair, email shop@libertypaw.com and we’ll arrange it with the manufacturer.
Please inspect your dryer when it arrives and contact us right away if it is damaged, defective or not what you ordered, so we can work with the manufacturer to make it right.
Once the manufacturer has received and inspected your return, we’ll let you know whether the refund was approved. Approved refunds, less return shipping and the 10% restocking fee, go back to your original payment method. Your bank or card company may need a few extra days to post it.
Full details: Refund Policy.
Our flagship pairs the most powerful K-9 motors — side-by-side twins drawing 18 amps on a dedicated 20-amp circuit — with a precision dial adjustable from 1 to 100%. Full power for thick double-coats and feather-fine control for puppies and detail finishing.
No. The K-9 III Variable is a high-velocity force dryer with no heating element; the warmth comes from the motors as they run. It’s the airflow, not heat, that dries the coat. Keep the airflow moving, keep it off the face, and watch your pet’s comfort.
Right here in the USA. We partner with American artisans and manufacturers on every product we carry — never imported, never mass-produced overseas.
Yes — every K-9 dryer ships free within the USA, with no minimum order.
Unused dryers in their original box can be returned within 30 days from the date of purchase. Shipping is non-refundable and a 10% restocking fee applies (see our Refund Policy). Email returns@libertypaw.com for an RMA to get started. After that, the manufacturer’s 2-year warranty covers defects in workmanship and motors, and we’ll help you with the claim.
Yes — 2% of every order is donated to charities like K9s For Warriors.
Grooming Product Disclaimer
Use grooming tools and products only as directed and select products appropriate for your dog's coat type, skin condition, size, age, and individual sensitivities.
Use grooming tools carefully and avoid excessive pressure, pulling, repeated brushing over irritated areas, or use on broken or inflamed skin. Stop using a grooming product or tool if your dog experiences irritation, discomfort, redness, swelling, unusual sensitivity, or another adverse reaction.
Seek guidance from a veterinarian or qualified professional groomer when dealing with severe matting, persistent skin problems, wounds, unusual coat loss, or other conditions that may require professional attention.
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Always follow applicable product directions, warnings, care instructions, and recommended usage guidelines. Consult a licensed veterinarian or qualified canine professional before making significant changes to your dog's diet, supplementation, exercise routine, grooming regimen, health care, or other practices that may affect your dog's health or wellbeing.
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