Definitely possibility with this tub. As your pup ages, you may need to help with an exit. You might also consider using a shower pan.

we have a cast iron clawfoot tub and an anxious dog who hates baths. Works fine, and the fact that the tub is a little slick is an asset - way easier to turn her to rinse.

I think the tub will work. Worst case, it doesn't and then you start looking into customization. You may have to help her out, but as for slippage, they have special non-slip mats for inside bathtubs. They're pretty cheap so you can probably find some good option.

A standard anti-slip rubber bath mat can be used, the kind with suckers on the bottom, to give the dog a feeling of security while standing in the tub.

Love @hatetoshop's pic. Especially the sanitary pads... But I agree with using a handsprayer. Total game changer in the pup bath.

i ordered this yesterday and expect delivery tomorrow. i've given the danes baths in my tub but it's SO SO messy! during warm weather, i can do them on the deck but i really needed an easy way to bathe them in the winter months.

i'll let you know how it works!

https://www.bissell.com/new-product/barkbath-dog-grooming?gclid=EAIaIQobChMImq-Iib371gIVw0OGCh0XvA_sEAAYASAAEgIQb_D_BwE

No commercial dog baths local to you? I've got numerous pet stores that have owner bathe facilities - also there are dog grooming/day care facilities that will also rent me the facilities.

These places provide the towels, shampoo if needed, and best ye they clean up. Under $20 for my 66 lb Greyhound.

they have a self-wash at the pet store 30 minutes from me but it's a tiny tub and my dogs wouldn't go up the steep ramp even if there was a prime rib waiting for them. the closest groomer with acceptable facilities (walk in shower) is 45 minutes away.

Ninapearl,

I see your problem. Others reading may find such an arrangement helpful to their situation.

Why Sanitary napkins as shown in the photo? Also lotion?

Are you going to do a hot water hook up to the tub? I know people who have had hot water hook up outside so they can rinse and wash the dogs before they come in the house. I always bring my boy in and use the warm water and sprayer in the tub. He jumps in and out by himself, does not slip on the non -slip bottom, but one of those rubber mats would work.

got the barkbath yesterday and just finished using it on olivia and eden. i must say, it's easy peasy to assemble and use and both dogs seemed to enjoy the experience. because it's loud when in use (think...vacuum), i will have to take a little more time to get destiny used to the noise. i give it 5 stars!