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bhayes0000 · 02-12-2008, 06:05 AM

Bella is my yorkie who will make a year old on February 22, 2008. She is our first yorkie and our first house dog. We had no idea on what we were missing. She has brought us so much joy. I give her a bath once a week. She does not have fleas but she scratches like crazy. Does anyone know of a good shampoo that will not dry her skin out? Thanks, Becky

MorkieAZ · 02-12-2008, 06:16 AM

Could be allergies to food, what are you feeding. A couple of mine developed an allergy to corn after they'd been on it for a while. I feed Canidae now and no more scratching or ear infections.

Bizzymammabee · 02-12-2008, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by bhayes0000

Bella is my yorkie who will make a year old on February 22, 2008. She is our first yorkie and our first house dog. We had no idea on what we were missing. She has brought us so much joy. I give her a bath once a week. She does not have fleas but she scratches like crazy. Does anyone know of a good shampoo that will not dry her skin out? Thanks, Becky

I think it could be food related. Have you tried other shampoos. If she has dry skin or is itchy try an oatmeal based shampoo.

Oops by the way welcome to YT. Please post a picture of your baby...we like to see the babies around here ;0)

bhayes0000 · 02-12-2008, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by MorkieAZ

Could be allergies to food, what are you feeding. A couple of mine developed an allergy to corn after they'd been on it for a while. I feed Canidae now and no more scratching or ear infections.

She is on Science diet. Do you think it could be that?

Julie1760 · 02-12-2008, 06:30 AM

Yes, it most likely is the Science Diet food, which according to most people it "crap". I'd switch to something without corn, wheat or soy. Those are the ingred. most likely to cause problems.

Bizzymammabee · 02-12-2008, 06:30 AM

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She is on Science diet. Do you think it could be that?

I don't find science diet to be the best food I can feed. I think it might have corn in it. Check the back of the bag and if I remember it had chicken fat in it and that is why I didn't get it. I have to check because there is a link that compares the dog foods and lists the best of the best.

MorkieAZ · 02-12-2008, 06:32 AM

I'd switch her off of that. Look at the first 3 ingredients in the food when you go to buy some, make sure it doesn't say corn.

Bizzymammabee · 02-12-2008, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by bhayes0000

She is on Science diet. Do you think it could be that?

Just checked something...it says that they either have corn meal, corn gluten meal and animal fats and byproducts...so it's definitely not good.

bhayes0000 · 02-12-2008, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Julie1760

Yes, it most likely is the Science Diet food, which according to most people it "crap". I'd switch to something without corn, wheat or soy. Those are the ingred. most likely to cause problems.

thank you so much can you reccommend a good dog food for her

Bizzymammabee · 02-12-2008, 06:35 AM

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thank you so much can you reccommend a good dog food for her

Chicken Soup, Canadiea (SP ?), Merricks are good food.

I feed Merricks.

Gingergirlsmom · 02-12-2008, 06:38 AM

Here's a great site with reviews of kibble

As far as shampoo goes, if her skin is dry try Aveeno Shampoo and Body Wash for Infants (prob not the exact name) for a time or two. It's not the greatest shampoo for the hair, but it's very gentle on the skin.

Also, most oatmeal based pet shampoos would be a good bet.

Here, found a pic

bhayes0000 · 02-12-2008, 06:38 AM

Thanks for all the help. Being a first time yorkie mom I do not have a clue about some of these important facts. Becky

Gingergirlsmom · 02-12-2008, 06:41 AM

Here's an analysis of Canidae and Merricks . Both brands have lots of different varieties, but this should get you started on your decision.

I feed Canidae to Kirby and Bernie. It's a great food and affordable!

Good luck!

MorkieAZ · 02-12-2008, 06:43 AM

For food I like the Canidae all life stages.
I've bought some pretty expensive shampoos in the past and I've been using Mane and Tail now on the recommendation of another breeder and love it! It's only $6.00 for a big bottle at walmart.

02-12-2008, 06:05 AM	#1
bhayes0000 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Amant LA Posts: 30	Always Scratching Please Help! Bella is my yorkie who will make a year old on February 22, 2008. She is our first yorkie and our first house dog. We had no idea on what we were missing. She has brought us so much joy. I give her a bath once a week. She does not have fleas but she scratches like crazy. Does anyone know of a good shampoo that will not dry her skin out? Thanks, Becky

02-12-2008, 06:30 AM	#5
Julie1760 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Shawano, Wisconsin Posts: 389	Yes, it most likely is the Science Diet food, which according to most people it "crap". I'd switch to something without corn, wheat or soy. Those are the ingred. most likely to cause problems. __________________ •·.·´¯`·.·•Julie •·.·´¯`·.·• Chloé & Myah Myspace - Dogster page

02-12-2008, 06:38 AM	#12
bhayes0000 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Amant LA Posts: 30	thanks to all Thanks for all the help. Being a first time yorkie mom I do not have a clue about some of these important facts. Becky

02-12-2008, 06:41 AM	#13
Gingergirlsmom and Bernie's mom too!" Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 7,121	Here's an analysis of Canidae and Merricks . Both brands have lots of different varieties, but this should get you started on your decision. I feed Canidae to Kirby and Bernie. It's a great food and affordable! Good luck! __________________ Thanks for the multi-quote! 7,000 here I come!!!

02-12-2008, 06:16 AM	#2
MorkieAZ Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,276	Could be allergies to food, what are you feeding. A couple of mine developed an allergy to corn after they'd been on it for a while. I feed Canidae now and no more scratching or ear infections.

02-12-2008, 06:32 AM	#7
MorkieAZ Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,276	I'd switch her off of that. Look at the first 3 ingredients in the food when you go to buy some, make sure it doesn't say corn.

02-12-2008, 06:43 AM	#14
MorkieAZ Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,276	For food I like the Canidae all life stages. I've bought some pretty expensive shampoos in the past and I've been using Mane and Tail now on the recommendation of another breeder and love it! It's only $6.00 for a big bottle at walmart.