Yes a lot of people do use baby (tearless) shampoo on their Yorkies. In fact some groomers do also. The Yorkshire Club of American recommends not using human shampoo, but says if you do - be sure it is a high quality shampoo.
Chrislynn --- My dog has the exact opposite problem your dog has. (We should put them in a paper bag and shake them up.)
My dog certainly does not have dry skin. He is extremely oily. His hair is what a human's hair might be like if they were petted and handled all day.
I am still waiting for someone to give me advise about oily hair - and what product or shampoo to use on it. Hope I get an answer. He is getting another bath tomorrow. I have some dog tearless shampoo that will probably last me for a year, but I'll change quickly to anything that might be advised for oily hair. What I'm using for now is Ol'Roy Tearless Gentle Conditioning Shampoo with Vitamin E and Aloe....and it has a "long lasting fresh scent." How about that!!!!
It's amazing how many different types of coats one little dog can have - right? Good luck with your little dog's dry skin.
Carol Jean |