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Angelstarr · 08-27-2008, 03:49 PM

I got my top knot gel yesterday. I used it to put up Cooper's top knot and it worked pretty good keeping the strays out of the way but it is VVVEEERRRYY Thick.. Is it suppose to be? I found it quite hard to work with. I didn't use very much at all, almost like a "pomade" we would use in our own hair for certain styles.

My question is.. Today his hair is really stringy looking on his head. I tried to brush it to get it out but it didn't really help. I don't have any dry shampoo for pets but if I did I would have used some of that.

My arthritis is bad today and I couldn't hold him long enough to give him a bath. I will try tomorrow.

ANy suggestions? Honest. I didn't use much at all. I am really thinking he needs to be trimmed but I have read so many horror stories I am going to have to take him and ask my dad to help me.

Thanks in advance for the replys

Darlin Beauxs · 08-27-2008, 04:25 PM

Hi,

I just bought some of the gel too, and wow...it is some THICK stuff! I did the same thing you did, I didn't think I used much, but Darcy looked all stringy with it. The next day, I took her topknot out and re-combed everything and put it back up, and it seemed to help. I don't know if some of it was absorbed by her hair, or she rubbed it off on the carpet!

Anyhow, the second day, after recombing, I noticed how neat she looked. Husband even asked if I had trimmed around her eyebrows and face because it was so smooth. This stuff REALLY works if you use the correct amount.

Now that I have used it a few times, I just open the jar and just TOUCH the gel with my ring and middle finger, just barely touch it, and just that little dab is all you need!

Nancy1999 · 08-27-2008, 05:03 PM

Yes I agree, just a tiny bit on the finger, I blot some of it away even before putting it on the forehead, or stay hairs. You don't use it on the entire topknot, just the stay hairs. I have a toothbrush I use to brush that area, and it helps distribute the gel where needed.

YorkieChick1 · 08-27-2008, 05:52 PM

I was going to buy some of this!! Thanks for the tutorial on how to use it!! I would have probably plopped a bunch on her head and now I know to use it sparingly!!

mirobie · 08-27-2008, 05:53 PM

I have been using it for about 2 months. I barely touch my finger to the gel because a little goes a really long way. I normally take her top knot down every night and I have noticed that it keeps all the little fly aways under control. I am really pleased with it.

Angelstarr · 08-27-2008, 06:40 PM

I just love this place you are all so full of fun and information. I am sitting here thinking that at least I am not alone...

I am glad to hear about the toothbrush idea that sounds like a great idea. Thanks Nancy for that tip.

Yes YorkieChick- I think I might have used more than "barely touching my fingers to the top of the jar" but I cracked up when I read your "Plop" I could see Myself doing that....

I just want him to look like everyone elses babies...

Thanks again for the replys. I will get it right sooner or later.

I have had a rough time with him the last few days... He is possessed

He is just a demon child. But I still love him..

artie merlino · 08-29-2008, 07:57 PM

Hey everybody I have been looking all over the place for this stuff, where did you buy it? I can't find it anywhere locally. Can I get in online?
I appreciate any info.?

Nancy1999 · 08-29-2008, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by artie merlino

Hey everybody I have been looking all over the place for this stuff, where did you buy it? I can't find it anywhere locally. Can I get in online?
I appreciate any info.?

I tried Petsmart, but they didn't carry it, even the grooming department couldn't order any. I got mine for $15.00 including shipping from e-bay, I'm told Petedge has it for less, but you have to order more than one item or the carrying charges are outrageous.

Angelstarr · 08-30-2008, 07:18 AM

I got mine at PetEdge.com. It was 6.99, I also purchased the Pet Silk Coat Oil. It was 8.99. They had a sale on some cute clothes so I just found a few things to get my order up to 50.00 so I didn't have to pay any shipping.
I kind of wish I would have bought the Pet Silk shampoo and conditioner. But it came really fast.

08-27-2008, 03:49 PM	#1
Angelstarr Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New York Posts: 143	Question about Pet Silk top knot gel? I got my top knot gel yesterday. I used it to put up Cooper's top knot and it worked pretty good keeping the strays out of the way but it is VVVEEERRRYY Thick.. Is it suppose to be? I found it quite hard to work with. I didn't use very much at all, almost like a "pomade" we would use in our own hair for certain styles. My question is.. Today his hair is really stringy looking on his head. I tried to brush it to get it out but it didn't really help. I don't have any dry shampoo for pets but if I did I would have used some of that. My arthritis is bad today and I couldn't hold him long enough to give him a bath. I will try tomorrow. ANy suggestions? Honest. I didn't use much at all. I am really thinking he needs to be trimmed but I have read so many horror stories I am going to have to take him and ask my dad to help me. Thanks in advance for the replys __________________ Hugs Cher' (aka Angelstarr) Cooper and Daisy Mae

08-27-2008, 04:25 PM	#2
Darlin Beauxs Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Monroe, La, Us Posts: 336 Blog Entries: 1	Hi, I just bought some of the gel too, and wow...it is some THICK stuff! I did the same thing you did, I didn't think I used much, but Darcy looked all stringy with it. The next day, I took her topknot out and re-combed everything and put it back up, and it seemed to help. I don't know if some of it was absorbed by her hair, or she rubbed it off on the carpet! Anyhow, the second day, after recombing, I noticed how neat she looked. Husband even asked if I had trimmed around her eyebrows and face because it was so smooth. This stuff REALLY works if you use the correct amount. Now that I have used it a few times, I just open the jar and just TOUCH the gel with my ring and middle finger, just barely touch it, and just that little dab is all you need! __________________ Darlin Beauxs Ask me about my November BOGO Bow Sale!!!! Amy , Baxter , Cooper , and Darcy Darlin

08-27-2008, 05:03 PM	#3
Nancy1999 Joey's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chandler, Arizona Posts: 4,935 Blog Entries: 1	Yes I agree, just a tiny bit on the finger, I blot some of it away even before putting it on the forehead, or stay hairs. You don't use it on the entire topknot, just the stay hairs. I have a toothbrush I use to brush that area, and it helps distribute the gel where needed. __________________ NancyJoey . Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB .and YAP - Join YAP Here! Please Sign this Petition – Help Stop Puppymill Abuse! . YorkieTalk Thread On Petition

08-27-2008, 05:52 PM	#4
YorkieChick1 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bay Area, California Posts: 1,870	I was going to buy some of this!! Thanks for the tutorial on how to use it!! I would have probably plopped a bunch on her head and now I know to use it sparingly!! __________________ Nanci 's her furbabies!! http://www.dogster.com/dogs/434890 Brooke Mindy BooBoo And My Chichis: Baby & Bitsy There's nothing that brightens my day more than a puppy kiss!

08-27-2008, 05:53 PM	#5
mirobie Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houma LA Posts: 79	I have been using it for about 2 months. I barely touch my finger to the gel because a little goes a really long way. I normally take her top knot down every night and I have noticed that it keeps all the little fly aways under control. I am really pleased with it. __________________ Dena, Ava Obie

08-27-2008, 06:40 PM	#6
Angelstarr Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New York Posts: 143	I just love this place you are all so full of fun and information. I am sitting here thinking that at least I am not alone... I am glad to hear about the toothbrush idea that sounds like a great idea. Thanks Nancy for that tip. Yes YorkieChick- I think I might have used more than "barely touching my fingers to the top of the jar" but I cracked up when I read your "Plop" I could see Myself doing that.... I just want him to look like everyone elses babies... Thanks again for the replys. I will get it right sooner or later. I have had a rough time with him the last few days... He is possessed He is just a demon child. But I still love him.. __________________ Hugs Cher' (aka Angelstarr) Cooper and Daisy Mae

08-29-2008, 07:57 PM	#7
artie merlino YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Myrtle Beach,SC Posts: 566	Where do I buy this stuff??? Hey everybody I have been looking all over the place for this stuff, where did you buy it? I can't find it anywhere locally. Can I get in online? I appreciate any info.?

08-30-2008, 07:18 AM	#9
Angelstarr Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New York Posts: 143	I got mine at PetEdge.com. It was 6.99, I also purchased the Pet Silk Coat Oil. It was 8.99. They had a sale on some cute clothes so I just found a few things to get my order up to 50.00 so I didn't have to pay any shipping. I kind of wish I would have bought the Pet Silk shampoo and conditioner. But it came really fast. __________________ Hugs Cher' (aka Angelstarr) Cooper and Daisy Mae