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AngieDoogles · 02-20-2008, 08:52 PM

So as you guys know, Maddie is my first little girl. Until yesterday, I thought she refused to wear bows, but I was sneaky and thought of a way to make her forget about them. (Hint-it involves a treat!)

She wore her one and only "hair piece" all day yesterday with no problems--the little crown she has on in my avatar.

Anyway, because I've never purchased or used bows before, I don't even know where to begin. What types, sizes, and vendors are out there? Do certain kinds stay in better than others? What are your recommendations? Are there any that you really just DON'T like? I'm sure there are YT vendors who sell bows, but I don't know their sites or contact info. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

bchgirl · 02-20-2008, 09:00 PM

www.lawdogbows.com She is a yt member...you can search and find other recommendations for her bows.

She has some really cute cute bows on there. I prefer bows with bands instead of barrettes.

I have to distract Ramsey for her to keep a bow in too. She doesn't mind letting me put one in....the distraction has to come immediately after. That's not to say...she doesn't show up later on...with it out of her hair though. Maybe she's distracting ME.

MyFairLacy · 02-20-2008, 09:00 PM

I prefer bows that have the bands because they seem to stay in Lacy's hair better. I also use bows with barettes though. I always put Lacy's hair in a topknot first with a little band. Then I put the bow in.

My favorite Bow Sellers:

Ladymom www.myladysdogbows.com
www.doggiebowties.com
www.valsdivados.com (or Bowsbyval on eBay)
crb has made Lacy several bows before too

AngieDoogles · 02-20-2008, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by bchgirl

She doesn't mind letting me put one in....the distraction has to come immediately after.

That's EXACTLY how it is with Maddie and I didn't know until yesterday. Silly me.

Once the bow is in and she has forgotten about it, it doesn't seem to cross her mind again all day. So that's a good thing!

Thanks for the link and information!

AngieDoogles · 02-20-2008, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

I prefer bows that have the bands because they seem to stay in Lacy's hair better. I also use bows with barettes though. I always put Lacy's hair in a topknot first with a little band. Then I put the bow in.

My favorite Bow Sellers:

Ladymom www.myladysdogbows.com
www.doggiebowties.com
www.valsdivados.com (or Bowsbyval on eBay)
crb has made Lacy several bows before too

Thanks Michele! I use a band with her little tiara too since it's a barrette. I put the barrette just under the band. It seems to stay in just fine, but I'll go with the bows that are bands if they are better.

Ladymom · 02-20-2008, 09:15 PM

Bands stay in better than barrettes, but many people prefer barrettes because they say they are easier to put in. Barrettes are a choking hazard so bands are safer for puppies.

How big is Maddie? The recommended size for a 4-10 pound dog is a 5/8" double looped bow. A tinier dog can wear a single looped bow.

There are several of us here who make bows. The link to my website is below if you'd like to take a look.

AngieDoogles · 02-20-2008, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Ladymom

Bands stay in better than barrettes, but many people prefer barrettes because they say they are easier to put in. Barrettes are a choking hazard so bands are safer for puppies.

How big is Maddie? The recommended size for a 4-10 pound dog is a 5/8" double looped bow. A tinier dog can wear a single looped bow.

There are several of us here who make bows. The link to my website is below if you'd like to take a look.

Maddie is about 5 pounds so we'll go with the 5/8" and definitely the bands if they are safer! Thanks for the advise!

I just love your "pink" section. I'm having such a hard time deciding though...

yellowmellie · 02-20-2008, 09:34 PM

I was wondering the same thing! Kaba's hair is still too short for bows but i want her to get used to them so she doesn't mind them later. Lots of good information!

Ladymom · 02-20-2008, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by yellowmellie

I was wondering the same thing! Kaba's hair is still too short for bows but i want her to get used to them so she doesn't mind them later. Lots of good information!

The best way to get them used to it is to start with just a band as soon as there is enough hair. That will get her used to the feel of it and also get her used to having her head "messed with".

If you do all this before, by the time you add a bow she shouldn't mind it.

yellowmellie · 02-20-2008, 09:54 PM

Thanks, Ladymom!!!! I need to get smaller bands...i was goofing off today trying to put one of my hair bands in, and its just to darn big...I keep looping and looping and theres still more slack...when she's "chill" in my lap, she's real good about me messing with her so i think the big thing will be distraction once its in...

AngieDoogles · 02-20-2008, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by yellowmellie

Thanks, Ladymom!!!! I need to get smaller bands...i was goofing off today trying to put one of my hair bands in, and its just to darn big...I keep looping and looping and theres still more slack...when she's "chill" in my lap, she's real good about me messing with her so i think the big thing will be distraction once its in...

Try a treat for the distraction. It works great with Maddie. And if you are planning to teach her tricks, make her do the tricks before the treat and by the time you're through she'll be so excited and happy that the bow will be the last thing on her mind.

Ladymom · 02-20-2008, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by yellowmellie

Thanks, Ladymom!!!! I need to get smaller bands...i was goofing off today trying to put one of my hair bands in, and its just to darn big...I keep looping and looping and theres still more slack...when she's "chill" in my lap, she's real good about me messing with her so i think the big thing will be distraction once its in...

Yes, get some 1/4" grooming bands. You'll only have to wrap them around once or twice.

Here are a couple of good places to get them:

http://www.laineeltd.com/cgi-bin/lai...ml?id=koqdQ3SS

http://www.dog-bows.com/cgi-bin/TheF...atB&category=0

I also recommend getting band removal scissors. You can just snag the band with the hook on the end and cut the band without cutting the hair.

yellowmellie · 02-20-2008, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Ladymom

Yes, get some 1/4" grooming bands. You'll only have to wrap them around once or twice.

Here are a couple of good places to get them:

http://www.laineeltd.com/cgi-bin/lai...ml?id=koqdQ3SS

http://www.dog-bows.com/cgi-bin/TheF...atB&category=0

I also recommend getting band removal scissors. You can just snag the band with the hook on the end and cut the band without cutting the hair.

Which weight do you get? Sorry for all the questions!! The scissors are a great idea!!

Ladymom · 02-21-2008, 05:48 AM

I buy the medium weight, but I also use them on my bows. I know some people swear by the light weight ones.

That didn't help much, did it?

judyeve · 02-23-2008, 10:09 AM

I'm going to try the small ones. Gracie Leigh doesn't mind the bows too much, but Max pulls them out of her hair while they're playing.

As soon as all of her clip on bows are ruined, I'm going to sick to bows with bands, I think.

02-20-2008, 08:52 PM	#1
AngieDoogles Mom to Marty & Maddie Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,804 Blog Entries: 1	First time bow buyer! So as you guys know, Maddie is my first little girl. Until yesterday, I thought she refused to wear bows, but I was sneaky and thought of a way to make her forget about them. (Hint-it involves a treat!) She wore her one and only "hair piece" all day yesterday with no problems--the little crown she has on in my avatar. Anyway, because I've never purchased or used bows before, I don't even know where to begin. What types, sizes, and vendors are out there? Do certain kinds stay in better than others? What are your recommendations? Are there any that you really just DON'T like? I'm sure there are YT vendors who sell bows, but I don't know their sites or contact info. Any information would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance! __________________ Marty Maddie

02-20-2008, 09:00 PM	#2
bchgirl Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 11,284	www.lawdogbows.com She is a yt member...you can search and find other recommendations for her bows. She has some really cute cute bows on there. I prefer bows with bands instead of barrettes. I have to distract Ramsey for her to keep a bow in too. She doesn't mind letting me put one in....the distraction has to come immediately after. That's not to say...she doesn't show up later on...with it out of her hair though. Maybe she's distracting ME. __________________ Deb, Ramsey, Reese, Reggie & Trace who watches over us Ramsey 's Bailey

02-20-2008, 09:00 PM	#3
MyFairLacy Donating YT 8000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 9,708	I prefer bows that have the bands because they seem to stay in Lacy's hair better. I also use bows with barettes though. I always put Lacy's hair in a topknot first with a little band. Then I put the bow in. My favorite Bow Sellers: Ladymom www.myladysdogbows.com www.doggiebowties.com www.valsdivados.com (or Bowsbyval on eBay) crb has made Lacy several bows before too __________________ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

02-20-2008, 09:15 PM	#6
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2,958	Bands stay in better than barrettes, but many people prefer barrettes because they say they are easier to put in. Barrettes are a choking hazard so bands are safer for puppies. How big is Maddie? The recommended size for a 4-10 pound dog is a 5/8" double looped bow. A tinier dog can wear a single looped bow. There are several of us here who make bows. The link to my website is below if you'd like to take a look. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ High Quality Handmade Bows for the Pampered Pooch

02-20-2008, 09:34 PM	#8
yellowmellie Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 289	I was wondering the same thing! Kaba's hair is still too short for bows but i want her to get used to them so she doesn't mind them later. Lots of good information! __________________ Mommy Melanie and Princess Kaba and Crazy Cleo

02-20-2008, 09:54 PM	#10
yellowmellie Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 289	Thanks, Ladymom!!!! I need to get smaller bands...i was goofing off today trying to put one of my hair bands in, and its just to darn big...I keep looping and looping and theres still more slack...when she's "chill" in my lap, she's real good about me messing with her so i think the big thing will be distraction once its in... __________________ Mommy Melanie and Princess Kaba and Crazy Cleo

02-21-2008, 05:48 AM	#14
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2,958	I buy the medium weight, but I also use them on my bows. I know some people swear by the light weight ones. That didn't help much, did it? __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ High Quality Handmade Bows for the Pampered Pooch

02-23-2008, 10:09 AM	#15
judyeve Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 1,718	I'm going to try the small ones. Gracie Leigh doesn't mind the bows too much, but Max pulls them out of her hair while they're playing. As soon as all of her clip on bows are ruined, I'm going to sick to bows with bands, I think. __________________ *Judy, Max and Annie* *Rest in Peace my Sweet Angel Gracie Leigh:*