Oh, I understand how you feel, and I've read about this happening so many times. Don't feel guilty for taking him there. I've read threads where people were thoroughly convinced the groomer knew what they were talking about and also gave the groomer pictures, so it happens no matter how careful at conveying your wishes. I do Joey's grooming myself because of this, and I've made a few mistakes, but usually they aren't big enough for me to get "too" upset. There hair color will look different after shaving, but shaving won't effect the new growth, and the color will come in the way its suppose to. Joey's saddle is blue/black, but if you look close to the skin it seem lighter instead of darker like human hair. I've often wondered if shaving him would make him look grey. I agree with the others, that he's picking up on your mood, so try to feel better about this, and maybe you could get him a onesie for his impending surgery. You're right about the surgery, Joey couldn't have a bath for two weeks, and he looked like a mangey rat by bath time, at least Barclay won't be all grungy looking, and by the time he's healed from surgery his hair will have grown quite a bit. Hugs to you, but remember, he's still the same doggy in there! |