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babyboots · 03-01-2009, 04:03 PM

hello. i just bought my baby jorkie (he's 7 wks young) and the breeder told me not to shower him until he gets all his shots

but he really needs a shower. especially his paws... needs some cleaning. any suggestions?? please &&
thank you!

Cinq1964 · 03-01-2009, 04:33 PM

Sorry, I won't be much help, but maybe just use a soapy wet cloth and rinse him with clean water??? This may help!

babyboots · 03-01-2009, 05:46 PM

aww. thank you. well i have tried that. and it he still has dirty paws. thank you =)

Rosiegirl · 03-01-2009, 06:00 PM

I don't understand why you can't do that. I am no expert and hopefully an experienced breeder can elaborate for you but I have no clue why she might say that. I am curious to see what others may think.

babyboots · 03-01-2009, 08:29 PM

yes... i am not sure either. she gave me a whole "not to do" list...

darnlora · 03-01-2009, 08:43 PM

Bathing them as soon as you get them home is very stressful for a new pup, not to mention all of the other changes .....traveling, new home, new ppl. Alot of firsts and additional stresses maybe? To much all at once?

babyboots · 03-01-2009, 09:30 PM

okay. thank you!!
but he seems really comfortable and happy now =) its actually been about two weeks since i brought him home... any advice on what shampoo and conditioner to use... what about a blow dryer??

luckylady · 03-02-2009, 04:25 AM

Hi & welcome to YT. Well I don't know what having all the shots has to do with bathing, but I just think that 7 weeks is a little young to be going through the stress of a full fledged bath. I agree to just use a warm wash cloth and kind of give him a "bath" that way. I agree that a full bath would be stressful on him and/or he may get chilled.

It sounds like he is doing okay from what you wrote, but I must add that in your original post when you wrote that he is 7 weeks, my first thought was that 7 weeks is a bit young not only for a bath, but much to young to be away from his mom and siblings. Then later you write that you've had him for about 2 weeks already?!!!!!!!! So you got this pup at about 5 weeks of age

I'm no expert, but that sounds too young for any breed to be taken from it's mama, much less a yorkie. Pups normallly aren't even fully weaned at that age and they need more time with mom & siblings to learn important socialization skills. JMO

I also noticed that you typed jorkie. Was that a typo or are we talking a mixed breed? Maybe your pup is larger, which would help, but still too young to be away from his first home. I truely hope that he is doing well and continues to do well. You've come to the right place for help as there are many knowledgable people here who love yorkies. Good luck with your new baby.............we'd love to see pics of him and learn more about him.

BamaFan121s · 03-02-2009, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by luckylady

It sounds like he is doing okay from what you wrote, but I must add that in your original post when you wrote that he is 7 weeks, my first thought was that 7 weeks is a bit young not only for a bath, but much to young to be away from his mom and siblings. Then later you write that you've had him for about 2 weeks already?!!!!!!!! So you got this pup at about 5 weeks of age

I'm no expert, but that sounds too young for any breed to be taken from it's mama, much less a yorkie.

Whoa....that's what I was thinking too. If that is the case, then I'm not sure how much advice I'd actually take to heart from the "breeder."

babyboots · 03-02-2009, 08:40 AM

OK OK OK. haha. im sorry. yes. it was a typo. i meant to say yorkie. and i got him at 6 wks... its been 1 1/2 week that ive had him... so he is 7 1/2 weeks old. i have heard that the "best" age to get a yorkie is at 12 wks. but i didnt not read about it until after i got my pup. he has adjusted well though. he is super playful and does not seem stressed at all. maybe the only day that he did sleep in his crate was the first two nights. and after that he cried to be let out... also, i do have pictures of him... they are in my album... im just not sure how to post them up here... i will be putting some up soon though. thank you so so much... and im glad im part of YT

sarahcals · 03-02-2009, 09:52 AM

I can't see why a bath would hurt - it's not like he's going to catch a virus from water... When are you going to the vet next? I'd just ask the vet to see if there is some reason we're not thinking of, but, really, I can't imagine why it would be a problem. Bath time is traumatic, especially the first bath, so I'd start by just doing his private areas and legs - don't do the head the first time. That'll make it easier. Or, you could fill a little plastic tub or sink with an inch or so of soapy water and just do his paws.

blancla · 03-02-2009, 12:33 PM

Are you sure that the breeder didn't mean to a groomers? I told my buyers not to take them to a groomers until they had all their shots. There are too many germs in a place like that.

Giving them baths does stress them out quite a lot. I would recommend the same, a sponge bath as my mom called it. You might want to try the bath wipes that are sold in the pet stores if you think that he's too messy IMO.

Hope all goes well with your baby.

babyboots · 03-02-2009, 09:32 PM

yes, im sure... the list strictly says not to bath him or even wet him... well. i took him to the vet the next day i got him. and he looked healthy. his next vet apt is on the 5th =) i do use the wipes to clean him. thank you so much!
and... when i do start bathing him. what shampoo and conditioner should i use??

BamaFan121s · 03-03-2009, 05:34 AM

I really don't see why bathing him would be a problem if he has had time to adjust to your home, so long as he is dried well and kept warm. I know that in regards to my past litters, they had all been bathed by that age.
(My personal preference is to use diluted Johnson's baby wash when they are young.)

Potter · 03-03-2009, 07:44 AM

Personally, I won't bath a pup that young. I would maybe wash the paw in some warm water and the butts and wee wee area and then dry them off really well. Puppies do get a chill easily so why risk it?

03-01-2009, 04:03 PM	#1
babyboots Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX, USA Posts: 122	bathin my yorkie hello. i just bought my baby jorkie (he's 7 wks young) and the breeder told me not to shower him until he gets all his shots but he really needs a shower. especially his paws... needs some cleaning. any suggestions?? please && thank you!

03-01-2009, 04:33 PM	#2
Cinq1964 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 2,255 Blog Entries: 2	Sorry, I won't be much help, but maybe just use a soapy wet cloth and rinse him with clean water??? This may help! __________________ Doggie Blankets $10 with shipping! cinq1964.webs.com

03-01-2009, 08:43 PM	#6
darnlora Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Grove Oklahoma Posts: 494	Bathing them as soon as you get them home is very stressful for a new pup, not to mention all of the other changes .....traveling, new home, new ppl. Alot of firsts and additional stresses maybe? To much all at once? __________________ "The best and most beautiful things in world cannot be seen or touched they must be felt with the heart." ~~~~ Helen Keller Last edited by darnlora; 03-01-2009 at 08:44 PM.

03-02-2009, 04:25 AM	#8
luckylady Living My Yorkie Dream Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Nebraska Posts: 6,114 Blog Entries: 6	Hi & welcome to YT. Well I don't know what having all the shots has to do with bathing, but I just think that 7 weeks is a little young to be going through the stress of a full fledged bath. I agree to just use a warm wash cloth and kind of give him a "bath" that way. I agree that a full bath would be stressful on him and/or he may get chilled. It sounds like he is doing okay from what you wrote, but I must add that in your original post when you wrote that he is 7 weeks, my first thought was that 7 weeks is a bit young not only for a bath, but much to young to be away from his mom and siblings. Then later you write that you've had him for about 2 weeks already?!!!!!!!! So you got this pup at about 5 weeks of age I'm no expert, but that sounds too young for any breed to be taken from it's mama, much less a yorkie. Pups normallly aren't even fully weaned at that age and they need more time with mom & siblings to learn important socialization skills. JMO I also noticed that you typed jorkie. Was that a typo or are we talking a mixed breed? Maybe your pup is larger, which would help, but still too young to be away from his first home. I truely hope that he is doing well and continues to do well. You've come to the right place for help as there are many knowledgable people here who love yorkies. Good luck with your new baby.............we'd love to see pics of him and learn more about him. __________________ Rose Lucky,Toby, Hannah,Camie, & Reggie Heartland Biewers and Yorkies

03-02-2009, 08:40 AM	#10
babyboots Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX, USA Posts: 122	OK OK OK. haha. im sorry. yes. it was a typo. i meant to say yorkie. and i got him at 6 wks... its been 1 1/2 week that ive had him... so he is 7 1/2 weeks old. i have heard that the "best" age to get a yorkie is at 12 wks. but i didnt not read about it until after i got my pup. he has adjusted well though. he is super playful and does not seem stressed at all. maybe the only day that he did sleep in his crate was the first two nights. and after that he cried to be let out... also, i do have pictures of him... they are in my album... im just not sure how to post them up here... i will be putting some up soon though. thank you so so much... and im glad im part of YT Last edited by babyboots; 03-02-2009 at 08:43 AM.

03-01-2009, 05:46 PM	#3
babyboots Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX, USA Posts: 122	aww. thank you. well i have tried that. and it he still has dirty paws. thank you =)

03-01-2009, 06:00 PM	#4
Rosiegirl YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 344	I don't understand why you can't do that. I am no expert and hopefully an experienced breeder can elaborate for you but I have no clue why she might say that. I am curious to see what others may think.

03-01-2009, 08:29 PM	#5
babyboots Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX, USA Posts: 122	yes... i am not sure either. she gave me a whole "not to do" list...

03-01-2009, 09:30 PM	#7
babyboots Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX, USA Posts: 122	okay. thank you!! but he seems really comfortable and happy now =) its actually been about two weeks since i brought him home... any advice on what shampoo and conditioner to use... what about a blow dryer??

03-02-2009, 09:52 AM	#11
sarahcals Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 149	I can't see why a bath would hurt - it's not like he's going to catch a virus from water... When are you going to the vet next? I'd just ask the vet to see if there is some reason we're not thinking of, but, really, I can't imagine why it would be a problem. Bath time is traumatic, especially the first bath, so I'd start by just doing his private areas and legs - don't do the head the first time. That'll make it easier. Or, you could fill a little plastic tub or sink with an inch or so of soapy water and just do his paws. __________________ Proud Mommy of Violet

03-02-2009, 12:33 PM	#12
blancla YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Longwood, FL Posts: 1,122	Are you sure that the breeder didn't mean to a groomers? I told my buyers not to take them to a groomers until they had all their shots. There are too many germs in a place like that. Giving them baths does stress them out quite a lot. I would recommend the same, a sponge bath as my mom called it. You might want to try the bath wipes that are sold in the pet stores if you think that he's too messy IMO. Hope all goes well with your baby.

03-02-2009, 09:32 PM	#13
babyboots Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: TX, USA Posts: 122	yes, im sure... the list strictly says not to bath him or even wet him... well. i took him to the vet the next day i got him. and he looked healthy. his next vet apt is on the 5th =) i do use the wipes to clean him. thank you so much! and... when i do start bathing him. what shampoo and conditioner should i use??

03-03-2009, 05:34 AM	#14
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	I really don't see why bathing him would be a problem if he has had time to adjust to your home, so long as he is dried well and kept warm. I know that in regards to my past litters, they had all been bathed by that age. (My personal preference is to use diluted Johnson's baby wash when they are young.)

03-03-2009, 07:44 AM	#15
Potter YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,583	Personally, I won't bath a pup that young. I would maybe wash the paw in some warm water and the butts and wee wee area and then dry them off really well. Puppies do get a chill easily so why risk it? __________________ http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?j=t&i=410379 "No matter how little money and how few possesions you own, having a dog makes you rich."