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03-26-2008, 12:54 PM | #1 |
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| Could i even bathe her yet? Hey guys, i just posted a thread about products for bathing my Abby. I asked my aunt to ask her wat she used and she told me i shudn't bathe her yet?!! My Abbys is almost 3 months old and she's been with me since last Sunday. I'm just wondering if its ok to bathe her. I called the vet and the lady put me on hold and then said it was ok to take a shower? Am i missing something here???? Why wouldn't i be able to bathe her yet as my aunt says???!!! |
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03-26-2008, 12:58 PM | #2 |
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| hmm i'm not an expert but i dont see why you cant give her a bath. did she just have surg or something? i gave lacey a bath the same night i got her at 9 weeks, maybe i'm cruel.
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03-26-2008, 01:06 PM | #3 |
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| no surgeries or anything. she asked me if Abby had gotten used to my house? Does that really have anything to do with bath time?? |
03-26-2008, 01:07 PM | #4 |
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| It's not too young to give her a bath, but I would suggest you find a very mild puppy shampoo and then dilute it with water so it doesn't irritate their skin. Make sure it's tear-free too! Puppies can be pretty feisty in the tub so make sure you're very careful to not get water in their ears. Make sure the water isn't too cold also! You can test it by running it on the inside of your wrist, like you'd test a baby bottle. Afterwards, make you dry her off well (or blow dry) so that she doesn't get too cold!
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03-26-2008, 01:08 PM | #5 |
I ♥ Franklin & Maggie Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma
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| Your aunt probably just wants to make sure she's adjusted well and is comfortable. She's right, actually -- I didn't see that part. A bath may be too stressful right now since she's just moved homes. Maybe you can wait another week or so?
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03-26-2008, 01:13 PM | #6 |
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| I'd bathe her. I would use a cup to gentle pour water on her. If you are going to put her in a tub of water, I'd be very nervous that her nose would go under (maybe I'm just a worrier).
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03-26-2008, 01:15 PM | #7 |
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| shes kinda starting to smell like doggy. also for some reason i have to MAKE her eat the nutrical!!! She moves and wiggles n gets it all on her chin. I try my best to take it out cuz it becomes hard but i can only do so much. i even try just wetting her chin and she doesnt really seem to mind i only need to tell her to stop once n then she's fine. I also do the wipes, but thats not too good on getting the harddd stuff out. |
03-26-2008, 01:18 PM | #8 |
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| nooo no tub yet. im thinking the kitchen or bathroom sink n even then im putting her in a square plastic thingy (cant remember wat its called). shes not big enough for a tub, or the sink for that matter lol. my lil booger is so smalllll |
03-26-2008, 01:26 PM | #9 | |
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03-26-2008, 01:59 PM | #10 |
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| yeah i still use the kitchen sink for lacey and she is a year old, its easier and i also have the sprayer.
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03-26-2008, 02:44 PM | #11 |
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| THe first bath is stressful to them. I know that you want your pup to be really feeling comfortable in your home before bathing. It is still pretty chilly here so I blow dry my babies and they hate it...More stress... Just be carful to introduce new thigns t your baby slowly. They sell puppy wipes to help if they are getting a bit stinky. I would wait a few more days and use the wipes. Make sure it is warm in your home, I have a little heater I use to blow n them while they are being bathed. You will love the just bathed smell of your puppy when you do give it a bath!
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04-16-2008, 06:33 PM | #12 |
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| Hello everyone! I am new in this website but i've read a couple of threads now...I have 2 yorkies male and a female which are 6 months and 2 months old I didn't buy them from a reutable breeder I thought the pet shop was good until now... but hopefully nothing will happened to them.I love them they are so lovable,gentle and very loyal... |
04-16-2008, 06:36 PM | #13 |
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| the earlier they learn about baths the better..just make sure it is warm enough.. you can gauge this by how much she shivers..good luck |
04-16-2008, 06:50 PM | #14 |
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| yes she can have a bath in your sink at this age. Go slow, do not scare her with the sound of rushing water, and use a gentle puppy shampoo that will not sting her eyes. Young dogs can be bathed. when I bred them I would bath them weekly from 6-7 weeks of age, and gently blow dry them with warm air on the lowest setting. Avoid a draft and keep talking soothingly to your puppy. Make it a fun experience and she will do fine. Sue & Cricket |
04-16-2008, 06:56 PM | #15 | |
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