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07-20-2009, 03:32 AM | #1 |
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| Foot Pad Hair I did a search and couldn't find anything, so sorry if this has already been discussed... Maddie is a little over 10 weeks and has long hair in between her foot pads and over the top of her feet. You can't even see her foot pads when just looking, you have to move the hair. Should I cut this? If so, is it best to use a little electric razor or scissors? Any advice would be helpful! Thanks! |
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07-20-2009, 04:45 AM | #2 |
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| I use clippers on thier feet. I keep the hair clear of the pads because it can collect alot of junk and yucks and could cause an infection in between the pads. Also I clip around the nails so that its easier to clip the nails without pushing fur aside.
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07-20-2009, 05:04 AM | #3 |
Mardelin Yorkshire Terriers Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: California
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| Clipping not only prevents them collecting dirt, etc. But, it prevents them from sliding and injuring theirselves Use a personal trimmer, the hair on top of the paw should be trimmed in a rounded fashion. Paw should be set flat on a flat surface as you cut around the paw.
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07-20-2009, 10:05 AM | #4 |
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07-20-2009, 10:28 AM | #5 |
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| It can also be quite painful to walk if the hair between the pads is growing father out than the pad itself. When they walk it pulls causing pain to them. Like someone pulling your hair. You can use a moustache trimmer between the pads and sorta dig out the hair between the pads. It won't hurt them. It's important to keep the underfoot clean and free of long hair. Also like Madelin stated put the food down and with scissors cut around the foot to the back of it on each side. Keep the hair trimed just above the toenails or even with as long as it is not touching the ground. Hope this helps you, |
07-20-2009, 11:04 AM | #6 | |
Mardelin Yorkshire Terriers Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: California
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And I don't mean to contridicte you, but you never dig out the hair between the pads....you comb and trim the hair level with the pads.
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07-20-2009, 11:09 AM | #7 |
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| Do you agree with using a mustache trimmer? Would a small trimmer used for the entire body also be ok to use?
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07-20-2009, 11:12 AM | #8 |
Mardelin Yorkshire Terriers Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: California
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| What I use is a Whal Peanut (the best, buy it at Sally's). No, I don't recommend it for the entire body. Use it only on ears on foot pads. I started out (before grooming) using a mustache trimmer and switched to the Whal Peanut once I began showing yorkies.
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07-20-2009, 11:14 AM | #9 | |
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Thank you for that info. I have read differently and have been doing so for three years. I will certainly keep it in mind. | |
07-20-2009, 11:19 AM | #10 |
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| by digging it out and trimming between the pads you can cause ingrown hairs.....plus it promotes growth spreading the pads apart.
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07-20-2009, 11:20 AM | #11 |
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07-20-2009, 01:46 PM | #12 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member | It looks like we have different opinions on hair between the pads. The vet that did they open heart surgery on our Rusty 10 years ago was a teacher at the UC Davis Veterinarian College and he said trimming hair between the pads of dogs was fine. Ours sleep with us so it is easier to keep the feet clean. I would guess there are lots of opinions on the subject so it is really a matter of choice. I've done it for 10 plus years. I also think it looks cuter.
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07-20-2009, 01:58 PM | #13 |
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| Since Mardelin recommended it in other threads, I finally bought the Wahl Peanut (on Amazon). I'd never used a clipper before, so I was totally intimidated. Well, trust me...it's so easy, it's actually a pleasure to use. I use it for Zoey's ear tips, pads and sanitary trimming. I can't believe I was ever such a total wimp. Grooming is a pleasure and a real bonding experience, IMO.
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07-20-2009, 02:09 PM | #14 | |
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07-20-2009, 05:02 PM | #15 |
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| I"ve always wondered how to do this...thanks for the info.
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