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Originally Posted by DJ30 How long do the scabs usually last? What kind of conditioner do you use for Oscar? I use Plush Puppy Natural Silk Protein Conditioner. Where do you buy Missing Link? I live in Toronto. Thanks!  |
Mmmm.. hard to say, they usually dry up and come off on their own - you'll see them in the hair and stuff. Once I knew what it was I didn't really pay much attention to it - I check every once in a while to make sure his skin looks ok. I use Pet Silk Moisturizing shampoo and conditioner and it seems to have done wonders for his skin - it's no longer dry and flaky - Ruthie also had really dry skin when I brought her home last week - we gave her a bath last weekend and there's no more flaky dry skin. BUT, I'm sure there are LOTS of other good moisturizing shampoos and conditioners out there that you can get right at your local petstore. I had to order the PetSilk online and in the end it was a pretty pricey purchase (shipping, customs fees, etc.). I think just using a conditioner makes a big difference - oh, and there are also some great grooming sprays that you can get (obviously not to be sprayed onto the dogs face) that help to replenish the natural oils in their hair, add sheen, and help prevent matts - I use Crown Royal which is sold at Ren's Pets in Oakville.
I also got the Missing Link supplement from Ren's (by far the best pet store I've been in - they also sell the Texas Toothpick chews that my doggies love)
http://www.renspets.com/mm5/merchant...egory_Code=SUP
You can also order it off their site. I was unable to find it at any Petsmart or Petcetera stores in Mississauga, but maybe the Toronto locations will have it.