Michelle,
dry climates will indeed cause very painful
sparks. I have a vacuum in my pottery studio and during the winter months
keeping the area clean was a very painful process. Finally, through a
vacuum cleaner store, I ordered a grafite hose. This has worked wonders
and now I rarely get shocked even though our Moden heaters are out straight
keeping the studio warm.
The hose I ordered is about 30' long and cost about
$60. Well worth it in my book.
Also, a really great vacuum to look into for horses
is a Beam vacuum. This is what I use in my clay studio and I can't say
enough positive things about it. Yes, they make grooming attachments for
pets too. Because I board my horses I haven't used it on my own equine
companions but I know of many who do. The vacuum is installed outside and pvc
pipe can be run into your stable. With the canister outside you'll find
it's very quiet.
Tracy
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