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Debbie Jaynes · 12-02-2007, 06:48 PM

Does anyone take their yorkies to a groomer? If so do you take them if they are pregnant? I usually take abby once a month as the groomer really cleans her hair and she stays looking nice much longer than when I bath her. They also cut her nail, which I hate to do as I cant see the quick. I am hoping that she is pregnant, and it is time to take her to the groomers, so am not sure if I should or not.

YorkieRose · 12-03-2007, 04:18 AM

This is the exact reason I learned to be a groomer...you must learn to clip nails and do the basic's yourself...I do not allow mine in a grooming salon, pregnant or now...I know there are wonderful places, but I can't take any chances..some problems are not fixable..

dray · 12-03-2007, 07:13 AM

We do expectant mothers all the time in our grooming shop , but you need to tell the groomer of her condition. We try to get the dogs done and out in a hour and not to stress them in any way. We hand dry them so not to put any pressure with a force dryer. Try to make your appointment on a slower day so there is not as much noise. Just make sure you talk to your groomer and be sure she understands your girls condition.

When I hand the expectant mothers over to my bather I tell him to take very good care of the babies!!! And he does !! It's about trust, do you trust your groomer??? If not find a new one. Make sure the shop you go to is clean and does not smell, make sure there is no smoking allowed. Make sure there are no dogs allowed to visit each other. And make sure she will do your dog straight through for you so you can get her back home fast. Last don't forget to tip her for her special care she will be giving your girl.

Owner :
Best Friends Pet Salon
Salem Oregon

YorkieRose · 12-03-2007, 09:13 AM

I used to go to breeders homes when needed for "special" care..can you find a mobile groomer? I do so agree, there are wonderful groomers, like to think of myself as one, but trying to find the right one with a pregnant girl is risky..I would rather start after she had puppies...unless you can drive to Best Friends in Oregon...!

dray · 12-03-2007, 09:21 AM

Thanks Pat , I am always surprised at the distance people drive to get to our shop....We really cater to the owners as well as the dogs and cats. I would not leave my dog at just any place to be groomed, I would have to stay and watch.....

Yorkiekids · 12-03-2007, 09:28 AM

I think a mobile groomer might be a very good idea.

dray · 12-03-2007, 09:30 AM

Just remember , just because they come to your house does not make them a good groomer, you still need to watch and make sure they are being treated with care.

ace611 · 12-03-2007, 09:49 AM

gooooood post!! i had the exact same question about my girl Bella. She is expecting and due for her grooming visit as well, but in the end i decided i would wait until after her pups come. its not that i dont trust my groomer, but i dont want to stress her out!

Mardelin · 12-03-2007, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by YorkieRose

This is the exact reason I learned to be a groomer...you must learn to clip nails and do the basic's yourself...I do not allow mine in a grooming salon, pregnant or now...I know there are wonderful places, but I can't take any chances..some problems are not fixable..

I too learned how to groom, started that before showing. Just didn't like to take my kids to a groomers and have them all day....

I usually do a full groom on my girls just before being bred. Then only maintain them with baths and nail clips.....do a med bath and belly shaving when temp drops and stays down.....

Mardelin · 12-03-2007, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by dray

Just remember , just because they come to your house does not make them a good groomer, you still need to watch and make sure they are being treated with care.

You are so right....I have a client that I do now....that he had a mobile groomer come to his house to groom his yorkie....cost him $150.00....and just butchered the coat. Didn't have a clue on how to groom a yorkie

Debbie Jaynes · 12-03-2007, 10:25 AM

Thanks for the suggestions. I do trust my groomer, she has yorkies herself, but does stress abby out to go there. If she thinks that we are going to the groomers she starts shaking, but very happy when i pick her up. I think that I will do the grooming myself until puppies are born. It is just safer. Thanks Debbie

dray · 12-03-2007, 11:21 AM

You might be able to get your groomer to make a house call , I have done this too for special clients in need. You will have to pay a bit more but I am sure your little girl will like it. It never hurts to ask and it is not like she will have to do it all the time.

Debbie Jaynes · 12-03-2007, 02:55 PM

What is a good shampoo to use on yorkies. The one that i am using now is bioderm, but by the afternoon abby looks stringy again. I usually shampoo twice and then a light cream rinse so she combs out easier. Any suggestions would be great.

12-02-2007, 06:48 PM	#1
Debbie Jaynes Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2005 Location: Northern, CA Posts: 116	grooming when pregnant Does anyone take their yorkies to a groomer? If so do you take them if they are pregnant? I usually take abby once a month as the groomer really cleans her hair and she stays looking nice much longer than when I bath her. They also cut her nail, which I hate to do as I cant see the quick. I am hoping that she is pregnant, and it is time to take her to the groomers, so am not sure if I should or not. __________________ Abbie's mom

12-03-2007, 04:18 AM	#2
YorkieRose YT 4000 Club Member Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 7,207	grooming This is the exact reason I learned to be a groomer...you must learn to clip nails and do the basic's yourself...I do not allow mine in a grooming salon, pregnant or now...I know there are wonderful places, but I can't take any chances..some problems are not fixable.. __________________ Pat, Kate, Becca and Pinkkee Prim

12-03-2007, 07:13 AM	#3
dray Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Silverton Oregon Posts: 1,049	We do expectant mothers all the time in our grooming shop , but you need to tell the groomer of her condition. We try to get the dogs done and out in a hour and not to stress them in any way. We hand dry them so not to put any pressure with a force dryer. Try to make your appointment on a slower day so there is not as much noise. Just make sure you talk to your groomer and be sure she understands your girls condition. When I hand the expectant mothers over to my bather I tell him to take very good care of the babies!!! And he does !! It's about trust, do you trust your groomer??? If not find a new one. Make sure the shop you go to is clean and does not smell, make sure there is no smoking allowed. Make sure there are no dogs allowed to visit each other. And make sure she will do your dog straight through for you so you can get her back home fast. Last don't forget to tip her for her special care she will be giving your girl. Owner : Best Friends Pet Salon Salem Oregon __________________ Debbie Ray www.sumtoiyorkies.com

12-03-2007, 09:13 AM	#4
YorkieRose YT 4000 Club Member Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 7,207	grooming I used to go to breeders homes when needed for "special" care..can you find a mobile groomer? I do so agree, there are wonderful groomers, like to think of myself as one, but trying to find the right one with a pregnant girl is risky..I would rather start after she had puppies...unless you can drive to Best Friends in Oregon...! __________________ Pat, Kate, Becca and Pinkkee Prim

12-03-2007, 09:21 AM	#5
dray Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Silverton Oregon Posts: 1,049	Thanks Pat , I am always surprised at the distance people drive to get to our shop....We really cater to the owners as well as the dogs and cats. I would not leave my dog at just any place to be groomed, I would have to stay and watch..... __________________ Debbie Ray www.sumtoiyorkies.com

12-03-2007, 09:28 AM	#6
Yorkiekids Piper & Sebastian Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: florida Posts: 12,428	I think a mobile groomer might be a very good idea. __________________ Susan, Piper & Sebastion

12-03-2007, 09:30 AM	#7
dray Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Silverton Oregon Posts: 1,049	Just remember , just because they come to your house does not make them a good groomer, you still need to watch and make sure they are being treated with care. __________________ Debbie Ray www.sumtoiyorkies.com

12-03-2007, 09:49 AM	#8
ace611 YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: So. IL Posts: 489	gooooood post!! i had the exact same question about my girl Bella. She is expecting and due for her grooming visit as well, but in the end i decided i would wait until after her pups come. its not that i dont trust my groomer, but i dont want to stress her out! __________________ Bella-Boo member of the Pink Club-Spoiled Rotten Club-Lil Heartbreaker Club TEAM EMMA

12-03-2007, 10:25 AM	#11
Debbie Jaynes Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2005 Location: Northern, CA Posts: 116	Thanks for the suggestions. I do trust my groomer, she has yorkies herself, but does stress abby out to go there. If she thinks that we are going to the groomers she starts shaking, but very happy when i pick her up. I think that I will do the grooming myself until puppies are born. It is just safer. Thanks Debbie __________________ Abbie's mom

12-03-2007, 11:21 AM	#12
dray Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Silverton Oregon Posts: 1,049	You might be able to get your groomer to make a house call , I have done this too for special clients in need. You will have to pay a bit more but I am sure your little girl will like it. It never hurts to ask and it is not like she will have to do it all the time. __________________ Debbie Ray www.sumtoiyorkies.com

12-03-2007, 02:55 PM	#13
Debbie Jaynes Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2005 Location: Northern, CA Posts: 116	What is a good shampoo to use on yorkies. The one that i am using now is bioderm, but by the afternoon abby looks stringy again. I usually shampoo twice and then a light cream rinse so she combs out easier. Any suggestions would be great. __________________ Abbie's mom