FYI : Lassie Come Clean

An inventor who has to wash his dog does what comes naturally: He invents something that makes the task easier. The creation of Michael Kennedy of Boston, the Super Soaper Petwasher consists of a hose attached to a brush, which penetrates your pet’s undercoat down to the skin. Water is forced through the brush, which also holds a reservoir of shampoo; a valve controls the flow of soap and rinse water. The hose adapter fits onto most indoor and outdoor faucets, except those that are squarish.

The Petwasher sells for $14.99 through Sears Roebuck (catalogue number 71B61384). Telephone (213) 265-1112.