{"id":1930,"date":"2020-02-06T12:09:17","date_gmt":"2020-02-06T12:09:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petz.co.uk\/?page_id=1930"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:47:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T10:47:48","slug":"best-dog-drying-towel","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.petz.uk\/best-dog-drying-towel\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Dog Drying Towels UK 2026: Microfibre, Shammy & Drying Coats Compared"},"content":{"rendered":"

After a muddy walk or bath, a good dog drying towel<\/strong> makes all the difference. But there’s a huge performance gap between cheap terry cloth and a proper microfibre or shammy towel. We’ve tested and compared the best UK options for 2026 — from budget towels to premium drying coats.<\/p>\n

Best Dog Drying Towels at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Product<\/th>\nType<\/th>\nMaterial<\/th>\nAbsorbency<\/th>\nMachine Wash<\/th>\nPrice<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Ruff and Tumble Drying Coat<\/strong><\/td>\nDrying coat<\/td>\nDouble-thickness towelling<\/td>\n\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n\u2705 40°C<\/td>\n£30–£45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SnuggleSafe SUPERDRYING<\/strong><\/td>\nFlat towel<\/td>\nMicrofibre<\/td>\n\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n\u2705 40°C<\/td>\n£12–£18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Henry Wag Microfibre Towel<\/strong><\/td>\nFlat towel<\/td>\nMicrofibre<\/td>\n\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n\u2705 40°C<\/td>\n£8–£15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rubyloo Shammy Towel<\/strong><\/td>\nShammy<\/td>\nPVA chamois<\/td>\n\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n\u2705 Hand wash<\/td>\n£10–£16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pet Wiz XL Microfibre<\/strong><\/td>\nFlat towel<\/td>\nMicrofibre<\/td>\n\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n\u2705 30°C<\/td>\n£8–£12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ancol Microfibre Towel<\/strong><\/td>\nFlat towel<\/td>\nWoven microfibre<\/td>\n\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n\u2705 40°C<\/td>\n£5–£10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Towel vs Drying Coat vs Shammy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Type<\/th>\nPros<\/th>\nCons<\/th>\nBest For<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Microfibre towel<\/strong><\/td>\n4–7× more absorbent than cotton, fast-drying, lightweight, machine washable<\/td>\nNeeds rubbing, can slip off wriggly dogs<\/td>\nQuick post-walk wipe-downs, paw drying<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drying coat\/robe<\/strong><\/td>\nHands-free drying, stays on while dog moves, full body coverage<\/td>\nMore expensive, bulkier to store, sizing can be tricky<\/td>\nPost-swim, post-bath, long-coated breeds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Shammy (PVA chamois)<\/strong><\/td>\nExtremely absorbent when damp, holds up to 7× its weight, wrings out easily<\/td>\nMust stay slightly damp in storage, different texture<\/td>\nHeavy-coated breeds, working dogs, show dogs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Our Top Pick: Ruff and Tumble Drying Coat<\/h2>\n

The Ruff and Tumble<\/strong> remains the gold standard for dog drying in the UK. Its double-thickness towelling absorbs water rapidly while keeping your dog warm, and the coat design means you can put it on after a walk and let your dog dry while relaxing. Available in 13 sizes from XXS to XXXL, covering everything from Chihuahuas to Great Danes. Machine washable at 40°C.<\/p>\n

Best Flat Towel: SnuggleSafe SUPERDRYING<\/h2>\n

Described by many owners as “the best drying towel they’ve ever used,” the SnuggleSafe SUPERDRYING<\/strong> towel dries dogs four times faster than standard towels. Available in two sizes (small\/medium and large), it retains performance across 500+ machine washes. Excellent for quick paw wipes and post-walk rubdowns.<\/p>\n

How to Choose the Right Size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Dog Size<\/th>\nBreeds<\/th>\nTowel Size<\/th>\nDrying Coat Size<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Small (up to 8kg)<\/td>\nJack Russell, Shih Tzu, Dachshund<\/td>\n60 × 40 cm<\/td>\nXXS–XS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Medium (8–20kg)<\/td>\nCocker Spaniel, Staffie, Beagle<\/td>\n100 × 60 cm<\/td>\nS–M<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Large (20–35kg)<\/td>\nLabrador, Golden Retriever, Boxer<\/td>\n140 × 70 cm<\/td>\nL–XL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Giant (35kg+)<\/td>\nGerman Shepherd, Great Dane, Newfoundland<\/td>\n140 × 80 cm+<\/td>\nXXL–XXXL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Care & Maintenance Tips<\/h2>\n