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Dunkaroo · 07-18-2007, 10:10 AM

Hello! I use minksheen on my Dunks, but the last time I brought him to the Vet he said that Dunks' skin is kind of dry. I bathe him every two weeks coz he gets pretty stinky - I take him to the doggie park at least 4 times a week...

So, do any fellow YTers have any suggestions on what kind/brand/ingredients would be best to use on Dunks that wont dry out his skin given that I give him a bath every 2 weeks?

Thanks guys!

Wylie's Mom · 07-18-2007, 10:13 AM

Baby shampoo would probably be a good one for him.

reeses · 07-18-2007, 10:15 AM

The best thing I recommend is an oatmeal conditioner and put it on him and let it sit for about 5 minutes and then rinse. I use BioGuard Flea and Tick shampoo which is very mild and an oatmeal conditioner and I wash Reeses once a week and he doesnt have any problems with dry skin anymore since I use the conditioner. Goodluck!

chachi · 07-18-2007, 10:20 AM

An oatmeal shampoo would be good I am pretty certain Petsilk has one

Brandnugirl · 07-18-2007, 10:20 AM

Do you use a certain brand of the oatmeal conditioner?

tumismom · 07-19-2007, 02:50 AM

we use Earth Bath shampoo for our baby..We find that it's the mildest and it is all natural. I love the whole line..I use their bath wipes for in between baths and after playing outside.

Dunkaroo · 07-19-2007, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by tumismom

we use Earth Bath shampoo for our baby..We find that it's the mildest and it is all natural. I love the whole line..I use their bath wipes for in between baths and after playing outside.

Where do they sell Earth Bath brand shampoo/conditionair? Petco or the specialty pet stores?

Thanks!

yougetthesmiles · 07-19-2007, 07:54 AM

I like the tearless formula by Tropiclean. It smells so good!

Dunkaroo · 07-19-2007, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by yougetthesmiles

I like the tearless formula by Tropiclean. It smells so good!

where can you buy that? is it mild enough for every 2 weeks bathing?

zoeybear · 07-19-2007, 08:09 AM

I use Aveeno baby soothing relief creamy wash. It is tear free so you can wash their face too.

tumismom · 07-19-2007, 09:39 AM

Hi i bought my earth bath products at the dog botique around my house but i have seen them at petco also.. You can go to their website and see where you can purchase them. it is www.earthbath.com..hope it helps!

chattiesmom · 07-19-2007, 09:41 AM

MinkSheen is a GREAT gentle shampoo. If Dunks has dry skin, you might want to correct that from the inside out -- maybe he needs a change of food and/or some supplements.

I had the same problem with my Chattie. I changed her food and started giving her a few drops of 100% emu oil every day and her coat is finally growing, it looks GREAT and doesn't break off every time I brush her.

Yorkiedaze · 07-19-2007, 10:22 AM

The #1 All systems products are excellent and they have one for sensitive skin.http://mjmcompany.com/1allsystems-grooming.htm Also you may want to add cod liver oil to the food each day. If your dog eats dog food, that could be why his skin is so dry.

Gingergirlsmom · 07-19-2007, 10:28 AM

Aveeno Baby Wash & Shampoo, Natural Oat Formula, Tear-Free

Dunkaroo · 07-19-2007, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by chattiesmom

MinkSheen is a GREAT gentle shampoo. If Dunks has dry skin, you might want to correct that from the inside out -- maybe he needs a change of food and/or some supplements.

I had the same problem with my Chattie. I changed her food and started giving her a few drops of 100% emu oil every day and her coat is finally growing, it looks GREAT and doesn't break off every time I brush her.

Dunks' coat is shiny and full - no breakage or anything. I did change his dog food to canidae from Science Diet, but the Vet said that his skin ws dry when he was already in canidae. SO i switched his food just recently actually - like 2 days ago to Avoderm... They said that its goof for their skin and coat.. so we will see how this one works..

Thank you all for the suggestions!

07-18-2007, 10:13 AM	#2
Wylie's Mom Marcel + Wylie = LOVE Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 5,880 Blog Entries: 2	Baby shampoo would probably be a good one for him. __________________ ~o~o~o~o~o~o~o~My Food Blog: Velvet Lava~o~o~o~o~o~o~o~ Ann ~Mom to Marcel Verdel Purcell & Wylie "Floop" Fitzsmudge We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals. ~ Immanuel Kant

07-18-2007, 10:15 AM	#3
reeses My Lil Man! Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 1,496 Blog Entries: 2	The best thing I recommend is an oatmeal conditioner and put it on him and let it sit for about 5 minutes and then rinse. I use BioGuard Flea and Tick shampoo which is very mild and an oatmeal conditioner and I wash Reeses once a week and he doesnt have any problems with dry skin anymore since I use the conditioner. Goodluck! __________________ ~Reeses Member of the Lil Gentlemen's Club!! & the SRC!! ORDER YOUR YORKIETALK COOKBOOK HERE!!

07-18-2007, 10:20 AM	#4
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 22,531	An oatmeal shampoo would be good I am pretty certain Petsilk has one __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

07-19-2007, 07:54 AM	#8
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07-19-2007, 08:09 AM	#10
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07-18-2007, 10:10 AM	#1
Dunkaroo Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fremont, CA Posts: 172	mild shampoo suggestions? Hello! I use minksheen on my Dunks, but the last time I brought him to the Vet he said that Dunks' skin is kind of dry. I bathe him every two weeks coz he gets pretty stinky - I take him to the doggie park at least 4 times a week... So, do any fellow YTers have any suggestions on what kind/brand/ingredients would be best to use on Dunks that wont dry out his skin given that I give him a bath every 2 weeks? Thanks guys! __________________ DUNKS' MOMMY LOVES HIM DEARLY!

07-18-2007, 10:20 AM	#5
Brandnugirl Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: US Posts: 96	Do you use a certain brand of the oatmeal conditioner?

07-19-2007, 02:50 AM	#6
tumismom Owned by Tumi & Gracie Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 1,766	we use Earth Bath shampoo for our baby..We find that it's the mildest and it is all natural. I love the whole line..I use their bath wipes for in between baths and after playing outside.

07-19-2007, 09:39 AM	#11
tumismom Owned by Tumi & Gracie Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 1,766	Hi i bought my earth bath products at the dog botique around my house but i have seen them at petco also.. You can go to their website and see where you can purchase them. it is www.earthbath.com..hope it helps!

07-19-2007, 09:41 AM	#12
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Georgia Posts: 10,588	MinkSheen is a GREAT gentle shampoo. If Dunks has dry skin, you might want to correct that from the inside out -- maybe he needs a change of food and/or some supplements. I had the same problem with my Chattie. I changed her food and started giving her a few drops of 100% emu oil every day and her coat is finally growing, it looks GREAT and doesn't break off every time I brush her. __________________ *Yorkie Yummies Silk Step-In Harnesses * NapSaks Click on the links above for order information!**

07-19-2007, 10:22 AM	#13
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 6,900	The #1 All systems products are excellent and they have one for sensitive skin.http://mjmcompany.com/1allsystems-grooming.htm Also you may want to add cod liver oil to the food each day. If your dog eats dog food, that could be why his skin is so dry.

07-19-2007, 10:28 AM	#14
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