Croci Gill's Wippy, 66×43 cm is an ultra-absorbent towel for dogs and cats from the Italian brand Croci. It's designed to remove moisture quickly after baths, rainy walks and other wet situations. The fabric is soft and gentle and, according to the manufacturer, doesn't irritate even sensitive skin. It's machine washable, and the 66×43 cm size makes it easy to wrap and dry your pet. Colours vary.
How it beats an ordinary towel
A regular terry towel soaks through quickly, especially on a dog with a thick coat, and has to be swapped several times. Ultra-absorbent fabric takes up more water in one go, so the coat dries faster and your pet gets less cold after a bath or walk. A separate towel for your pet is also more hygienic: it doesn't get mixed up with the family's towels and can always hang by the front door or in the bathroom.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| For | dogs and cats |
| Model | Gill's Wippy |
| Material | ultra-absorbent fabric |
| Size | 66×43 cm |
| Care | machine washable |
| Colour | assorted |
| Brand | Croci, Italy |
Pros
- Highly absorbent. Draws moisture out of the coat quickly.
- Soft. Gentle on sensitive skin.
- Machine washable. Easy to keep clean.
- A handy size. Wraps a cat or small dog.
- Keeps the cold out. Your pet dries faster and gets less chilly.
- Your pet's own towel. Hygienic and convenient.
Cons
- Small for big dogs. 66×43 cm won't wrap a large dog.
- Fabric not specified. The exact material isn't named on the product page.
- No colour choice. Supplied in assorted colours.
- Doesn't replace a dryer. A thick coat still needs drying off.
How to use it
After a bath, squeeze the water out of the coat by hand first, then blot with the towel rather than rubbing — the coat tangles less. Small dogs and cats can be wrapped up completely for a couple of minutes. After a walk, wipe the paws, belly and "trousers", especially in winter when de-icing salts cling to them. Machine wash the towel and let it dry completely between uses — damp fabric soon starts to smell. Bathing tips are in dog shampoo: how to choose and how to bathe and how to bathe a cat.
Paw and coat care in the rainy season
In autumn and winter, paws and coats suffer from damp, mud and de-icing salts. Dry the paws thoroughly after every walk and check the pads for cracks — more in caring for your dog's paws in autumn and winter. A paw-washing kit such as Smartis paired with a good towel saves time at the door. If your dog smells strongly after rain, there are tips in how to get rid of doggy smell.
How to choose a pet towel
For small dogs and cats, about 60×40 cm is enough; large dogs are easier with big towels or two at once. Look at absorbency and how quickly the fabric dries itself: microfibre and similar fabrics dry faster than terry. It's good to have two towels so one dries while the other is in use. A separate small mat or towel by the door is handy for paws, with a large one for baths.
Who it suits
Owners of cats and small to medium dogs — for drying after baths, rainy walks and paw washing. More grooming products are in the grooming tools section.
Verdict
The Croci Gill's Wippy is a soft, ultra-absorbent 66×43 cm towel that quickly draws moisture from dogs' and cats' coats and is easy to machine wash. A handy companion for baths and autumn walks. The downsides are that it's small for large dogs and the fabric isn't specified on the product page.
FAQ
What size is the towel?
66×43 cm.
Is it machine washable?
Yes, it's designed for machine washing.
Is it suitable for cats?
Yes, for dogs and cats.
Is it big enough for a large dog?
For a big dog, two towels or a larger towel are more practical.
What's the right way to dry a pet?
Blot the coat rather than rubbing, so it tangles less.
Can I choose the colour?
It's supplied in assorted colours.
Do I need a dryer after the towel?
It's best to finish drying a thick coat, especially in cold weather.
