Is the Tracy's Dog Clit Sucker Waterproof? A Straight Answer

Tracy's Dog lists the OG Clitoral Sucking Vibrator as waterproof, but publishes no IP rating. Treat it as shower-safe and splash-safe, rinse it under running water, and keep the USB charging contacts dry. Deliberate bath submersion is not covered by any tested specification.

Key takeaways

• "Waterproof" is a marketing word. "IPX7" is a measurement. Only the second has a tested depth and duration behind it.
• Tracy's Dog publishes no IP rating for the OG. Neither the manufacturer listing nor our catalogue data contains one, so we will not state a submersion depth.
• Shower use is fine. Splash and spray exposure is well within what a sealed silicone shell handles.
• Bath submersion is a gamble, not a spec. Without a rating, nobody has published how deep or how long it survives.
• The charging port is the weak point. USB contacts are the usual route for water ingress, and seals degrade with age and knocks.
• Clean it, then dry it properly. The suction chamber traps fluid, and that is the part people skip.
• Never use silicone lubricant on it. Silicone lube degrades silicone surfaces.

What's on this page

• What "waterproof" means without an IP rating
• Can you use it in the shower?
• Can you fully submerge it in a bath?
• How should you clean it?
• How do the alternatives compare?
• What we can't confirm
• When should you speak to a clinician?
• Common myths
• FAQ
• Sources

Key facts

Source: manufacturer specification as listed on the Tracy's Dog OG Clitoral Sucking Vibrator product page, accurate as of August 2026.

What does "waterproof" mean without an IP rating?

This is the whole question, so it goes first.

An IP rating is a two-digit code defined by IEC 60529, "Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)". The first digit covers solid objects and dust. The second covers water, and each level maps to a specific laboratory test. IPX4 is splashing from any direction. IPX7 means the device survived immersion in one metre of water for thirty minutes. IPX8 means continuous immersion beyond that, to a depth the manufacturer states.

The word "waterproof", on its own, maps to nothing. No standard defines it, no test is required to print it on a box, and it carries no depth or duration. When a listing says waterproof and stops there, the honest reading is "sealed against ordinary splashing, tested to an unknown degree".

That is exactly the situation here. The Tracy's Dog OG is named and described as waterproof. No IP figure appears anywhere in the manufacturer's specification or in our catalogue data.

This matters most for rechargeable devices. Charging contacts are the usual route for water to get inside, and a seal that was watertight when new is not necessarily watertight after a year of being dropped, twisted and charged.

Can you use it in the shower?

Yes. Shower use is splash and spray exposure, which is what an unrated but sealed silicone device is built for. The OG has a moulded silicone shell with no fabric seams and no exposed electronics.

Rinse it under running water, then dry it fully — paying attention to the suction opening, where water collects and stays. Avoid aiming high-pressure spray directly into the suction head, which forces water somewhere it was not designed to go.

Can you fully submerge it in a bath?

We would not, and we would rather say so than sell you a reassurance.

Brief accidental submersion is unlikely to kill it. But deliberate bath use means holding an unrated device underwater for minutes at a time, and that is precisely the scenario IPX7 exists to certify. Without the rating, there is no published evidence either way.

There is also a practical problem beyond the electronics: water forced into the suction chamber is genuinely difficult to get back out, and a chamber that stays damp is a chamber that grows things.

How should you clean it?

Rinse under warm running water with a mild, unscented soap or a dedicated toy cleaner. Silicone tolerates this well. Concentrate on the suction opening, where fluid and soap collect. Dry with a lint-free cloth and leave the suction head facing down so residual water drains rather than pooling near the motor.

A note on what the research actually covers, because we would rather be precise than impressive. There is no substantial published literature on cleaning sex toys specifically. What exists is research on silicone in other medical contexts — biofilm on silicone facial prostheses, on silicone surfaces and latex, and microbial adhesion in silicone materials.

Two findings from that work transfer sensibly. First, biofilm forms readily on silicone in body contact and gets markedly harder to shift the longer it is left, so cleaning promptly matters more than cleaning aggressively. Second, in the facial-prosthesis study, ordinary antibacterial soap was among the *least* effective agents against established biofilm. That is an argument for cleaning after every use, not for buying a stronger chemical.

We are extrapolating from adjacent research rather than citing a study about this product. Take it as a reason for good habits, not as a specific claim.

Never boil it or put it in a dishwasher. It contains a battery and a motor.

How do the alternatives compare?

Every comparison below is drawn from our current catalogue listings. All three are in stock as of August 2026.

The pattern holds across the whole category: suction-style stimulators are routinely described as waterproof, and published IP ratings are rare to non-existent. That is an industry-wide labelling habit rather than a Tracy's Dog failing. Browse the full vibrators category for current listings.

What we can't confirm

• No IP rating is published for the Tracy's Dog OG, by the manufacturer or in our catalogue data. We will not state a submersion depth or duration.
• Battery runtime is not published. The manufacturer says runtime varies with use and gives no figure in hours.
• We have not water-tested this device. Everything above reflects manufacturer specification, the IEC definition of the IP code, and general silicone-device handling.
• The cleaning research is adjacent, not direct. The biofilm studies cited examine silicone prostheses, catheters and foams — not sex toys.
• Seal integrity changes with age. A device that shipped watertight is not guaranteed to stay watertight after drops or port wear.

If water resistance is critical to your purchase, contact us before ordering and we will ask the supplier for a tested rating rather than guess at one.

When should you speak to a clinician?

Stop using the device and contact a healthcare provider if you notice:

• Irritation, soreness or a rash that does not settle within a day or two
• Unusual discharge, odour or bleeding
• Pain during or after use that recurs
• Any sign of an allergic reaction to the material or to a lubricant

Persistent irritation is a clinical question, not a product question. Replacing the toy is not the answer if the symptom keeps returning.

Common myths

"Waterproof means you can take it in the bath." It means whatever the manufacturer decided it means. Without an IP figure there is no tested depth or duration behind it.

"If it has no ports it must be sealed." The OG is USB rechargeable and does have contacts. Even magnetic charging points become an ingress route once worn.

"Boiling it is the most thorough clean." It is the most thorough way to destroy a motor and a lithium battery. Rinse and dry instead.

"Antibacterial soap is the safest cleaner." In the silicone biofilm research cited above, antibacterial soap was among the least effective agents against established biofilm. Cleaning promptly beats cleaning harder.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Tracy's Dog OG waterproof?

The manufacturer lists it as waterproof. No IP rating is published, so treat it as shower-safe and splash-safe rather than verified for submersion.

Can I take it in the bath?

We would not. Without a published IP rating, submersion depth and duration are untested, and water in the suction chamber is hard to dry fully.

What is an IP rating and why does it matter?

It is a code from IEC 60529 where the second digit maps to a specific water test. IPX7, for example, means immersion in one metre of water for thirty minutes.

Can I rinse it under the tap?

Yes. Rinse with warm water and a mild unscented soap, then dry it completely, including the suction opening.

What lubricant is safe with it?

Water-based lubricant only. Silicone lubricant degrades silicone surfaces over time.

Does water damage void the warranty?

Warranty terms are set by Tracy's Dog, not by Gear Isle. Contact us with your order number and we will raise it with the supplier.

Is the charging port sealed?

The device is USB rechargeable and the port is the most likely point of water entry. Keep the contacts dry and charge only once it is fully dried.

Sources and further reading

• IEC 60529 — Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
• Efficacy of cleansing agents in killing microorganisms in mixed species biofilms on silicone facial prostheses
• Biofilm formation by Candida species on silicone surfaces and latex
• Microbial growth and adhesion of E. coli in elastomeric silicone foams

Related reading: our lube guide explains why silicone lubricant and silicone toys are a poor combination.

About this guide

Written by the Gear Isle product team, West Sacramento, CA. Product specifications and prices were verified against our catalogue on 14 August 2026 and are subject to change.

This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Where we cite research on silicone biofilm, that research examines medical silicone rather than this product, and we have said so explicitly. Consult a healthcare provider about irritation, pain, discharge or any persistent symptom.