Yorkies are one breed of dog that can handle a bath a week. For most breeds of dogs this would be way too much. I think for quite a few people this is average, and this is what Joey's breeder recommended. Of course each dog is different; some have more natural oil than others. Always use a shampoo made for dogs since dog's skin has a different ph than human skin. A quality conditioner is important too; this conditions not only his hair, but also his skin. Make sure you dilute both products before using. I put shampoo in a mixing cup and dissolve it in water first. Another important step, is rinsing you must really do a through job of this. I use a spray attachment in the sink, and rinse for a good 3-4 minutes. |