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Originally Posted by Prince321  Hi all! Prince is about 8.5 wks now and I've had him for about 1.5 wks. I've given him 2 baths, I used "Mohica's Finest - All Natural Oatmeal Hypoallergenic" shampoo from Petco. I know that washing him too often can be bad for his hair, so I'm trying to keep it down to once a week. However, after a few days he starts itching. I think he has dry skin and I'm afraid to use something that will aggrevate him even more. Someone suggested "Johnson & Johnson Baby Shampoo"... Should I be using conditioner? I use puppy wipes daily to wipe him down and clean his paws after he goes outside and his butt after he does his business...
Also, how do I know if he has ear mites? His ears have a "smell" but nothing strong. He does itch his ears but I'm not sure what "normal" scratching is... Today, I bought Petco brand "Ear Cleansing Liquid for dogs" I'm afraid to use it on him since he's so small... After I told someone about the product, I was informed that only a groomer or a vet should be cleaning his ears?!
Please help:
1) What shampoo is best for an itchy puppy?
2) Do I need a conditioner?
3) How often can I bathe him?
4) Who can clean his ears? What product is best?
An off topic question?? He just started eating Science Diet Toy Breed Puppy food. I've noticed that he's dragging his butt on the floor as if he's "scratching" it... Should I be concerned??
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Good Luck to you with your little one. I would not use ANY human shampoo (baby shampoo) on him. The PH levels are different and this may cause skin irritations or allergies. Being so little, I would not bath him every week. IMO, this may be drying him out a bit. I think the wipes would do fine in between baths possibly every 10-14 days. (Again, that is just me.
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Also, you may want to research and find a higher quality food
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ing-chart.html Dog Food Analysis - Reviews of kibble
are a few sites to help you get started. Remember to make any switch in foods VERY slowly and gradually.
Finally, I would get him to a vet now. Sounds like he already has issues a vet needs to care for. He should be checked ASAP for any health issues that may turn into bigger, more expensive problems. You were given your baby a bit too early, so I would be extra careful and have a vet visit quick.
Nothing can substitute care from a qualified professional for these little one.