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Mayas Mommy · 07-27-2008, 12:21 PM

... I am so sorry .... you know what ... put something on him .... it helps .... trust me ...somebody told me to do it when Maya had to be with a lot less hair and it works ....

Hope your Baby feels better too in no time .... and you too !!!

MauiGirl · 07-27-2008, 12:23 PM

Oh, one more thing. I purchased a DVD of how to groom a Yorkie, I believe it is produced by one of the YT members, and many own it. I haven't watched it yet, but intend to use it as a guide to do my own grooming on Tiki. Sorry I don't have a link handy right now, but when I get more time I'll look for one. Or, maybe one of the other members will send it. Good Luck.

YorkieRose · 07-27-2008, 12:56 PM

If he was matted, shaving is about all a groomer can humanly do...I had to shave many..but got the owners permission first...if they did not agree and wanted me to yank and demat a coat for 4 hrs..I asked them to go elsewhere..painful to the Yorkie and EXPENSIVE.

Dust your boy with baby powder to soothe his skin...he is upset because his mom is upset...buy him some cute tee shirts and brush him daily as his coat grows to keep himmat free..BUT if he has a soft, cotton coat, short clip is the only way to go IMO... Best wishes

kismet · 07-27-2008, 01:35 PM

Sometimes the best we can do is to "have a big mouth". It sounds to me like the groomer has lots to learn about her profession. The fact that she knew you would be upset but did not call you shows a lack of trust and a need for money on her part. Not good. The fact that she found critical things to say about your heart's friend tells you she has favorites and your dog can "know" that. Get thee to a new groomer if you try again is my opinion for what it is worth and....."have a big mouth " and let all of your friends know that you have little trust with that groomer and she is not professional enough to ever be entrusted with your heart's best friend again. I too would have been horrified especially in the additional comments. We groom our three. We bought a grooming table which helps at times if there is any matting. (Sometimes in the winter with a jacket matting can happen with the best of care.) Again, try to cheer a little because dogs know when something is a miss and your dog needs you now. Hugs to you my dear for trying to give your dog a positive experiance.

MauiGirl · 07-27-2008, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by MauiGirl

Oh, one more thing. I purchased a DVD of how to groom a Yorkie, I believe it is produced by one of the YT members, and many own it. I haven't watched it yet, but intend to use it as a guide to do my own grooming on Tiki. Sorry I don't have a link handy right now, but when I get more time I'll look for one. Or, maybe one of the other members will send it. Good Luck.

Ok, here is the link to the Grooming DVD: YORKIE DOG grooming instructional video 3rd. Edition - eBay (item 350082095560 end time Jul-29-08 13:12:07 PDT)

And in case that doesn't work her homepage is here: Crown Royal Yorkshire Terriers

mscat · 07-27-2008, 03:31 PM

The worst thing the groomer did was not communicate with you . Maybe she had valid reasons as to why she felt it was right to shave your baby, but not telling you? and listening to you or doing what you wanted is what bothers me the most. I am sorry you had to go through all of that. His hair will grow back fast, and since it is summer he probably feels better too.

Thanks for the information on the DVD .

MaxwellHouse · 07-27-2008, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by aquinn

I would be sooooo mad!!! Well, the only thing I can add is that if he seems depressed it's not because he thinks he is ugly or has bad hair or anything like that-it's because he's picking up on your emotions. Try to see the bright side of it-now you have a clean slate to brush every single day (even though there is hardly anything to brush) and keep every single matt out for life

It will grow back

Go out and buy him some cute outfits to distract from the fact that he is "naked"

Well said - I agree.

annabelle's mom · 07-27-2008, 03:45 PM

I have read that often the groomer sedates the dog...maybe that's way some are sleepy
and tired acting when they get home. I will never take mine to any groomer, I guess I'm
just overly possessive !!

peggato · 07-27-2008, 03:48 PM

Thank you for all the posts. In answer to some of the questions. . .I did brush him everynight, for at least a 1/2 hour a night. . .I loved the feel of his coat, it was shiny, soft and silky. I guess my mistake was not following up with the comb. I am buying one tomorrow, even though I won't be using it for sometime, LOL!!!

Leo's haircut is adorable, and thank you for sharing this. . . Leo has at least a month's worth of growth over where Barclay is right now. . .a month can't come fast enough!!! When I said down to the skin ALL over I mean down to the skin, and tonight while we were snuggling on the sofa he turned over for a belly rub and I noticed he is cut on his penis!!!! I thought he was licking himself because of the change, I think he has been licking himself because of the sore!!! She must of cut him during the shave!!! I am so angry I could scream!!! Should I put something on this sore or just leave it.

I am going to be ever so careful about his new growth. . .I don't want him or I to go through this again.

Tomorrow I am going to hit PetSmart and get him some cute little shirts to wear.

Amanda7 · 07-27-2008, 03:55 PM

I'm sorry you had such a dreadful experience with Barclay's first grooming. But he's a yorkie and adorable no matter what!

I too have learned my lesson with groomers. One suggestion I would make when looking around for a groomer. Try and find one who comes to the house. We recently found a "Mobile Pet Groomer" and it was a great experience. She parked in our driveway and I was able to keep a close eye on what she was doing. Another good idea is to have a picture of the cut you want.

megansmomma · 07-27-2008, 04:03 PM

I know you probably don't want to hear another it will grow back but it will

PROMISE!!!

I can definetly feel your pain~I am so sorry.

I took Pebbles to the groomer and didn't realize that she was matted since I was brushing her every day and giving her a bath weekly. Her hair looked very nice on the surface but around her neck she was very matted. The groomer said that little mats get tighter each time I was gaving her a bath and suggested a different type of comb and brush. I was using a people brush and comb and that is what caused our problem. Since then I purchased a real grooming brush, and 2 different combs and she no longer gets any mats and her coat is growing out very nice.

Put him in a little tshirt and give lots of

YorkieTime07 · 07-27-2008, 04:34 PM

So sorry you had to go thru that experience and i have gone thru the same thing except I had taken him to visit his breeder and she was showing me how matted he was underneath and I though i had been doing a good job!! Well we agreed to shave him and although it was a shocker I realized it was for his own good and it grew back quickly and really nice!! so rest assure he will be cuter than ever before you know it...try putting on a cute summer tee shirt on him that will make him look cute and help get thru this difficult time!! Keep us posted on how he is doing!!!

Yorkiedaze · 07-27-2008, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aquinn

I would be sooooo mad!!! Well, the only thing I can add is that if he seems depressed it's not because he thinks he is ugly or has bad hair or anything like that-it's because he's picking up on your emotions. Try to see the bright side of it-now you have a clean slate to brush every single day (even though there is hardly anything to brush) and keep every single matt out for life

It will grow back

Go out and buy him some cute outfits to distract from the fact that he is "naked"

I agree 100%

Nancy1999 · 07-27-2008, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by peggato

Thank you for all the posts. In answer to some of the questions. . .I did brush him everynight, for at least a 1/2 hour a night. . .I loved the feel of his coat, it was shiny, soft and silky. I guess my mistake was not following up with the comb. I am buying one tomorrow, even though I won't be using it for sometime, LOL!!!

Leo's haircut is adorable, and thank you for sharing this. . . Leo has at least a month's worth of growth over where Barclay is right now. . .a month can't come fast enough!!! When I said down to the skin ALL over I mean down to the skin, and tonight while we were snuggling on the sofa he turned over for a belly rub and I noticed he is cut on his penis!!!! I thought he was licking himself because of the change, I think he has been licking himself because of the sore!!! She must of cut him during the shave!!! I am so angry I could scream!!! Should I put something on this sore or just leave it.

I am going to be ever so careful about his new growth. . .I don't want him or I to go through this again.

Tomorrow I am going to hit PetSmart and get him some cute little shirts to wear.

That's the attitude! I wish you would post some pics, though.

JeanieK · 07-27-2008, 06:55 PM

The hair will grow back. How did he get such a bad matt in the first place if you brused him regularly.

I can understand being upset, but your dog is still alive and healthy and if you weren't crying he would probably be jsut as happy and playful as ever.

I'm sorry if I sound heartless, but come on, it's just a hair cut. some people on here have lost their dogs, not just the dogs hair.

07-27-2008, 12:21 PM	#31
Mayas Mommy ..... and BLAIR'S too ...... Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 3,190	... I am so sorry .... you know what ... put something on him .... it helps .... trust me ...somebody told me to do it when Maya had to be with a lot less hair and it works .... Hope your Baby feels better too in no time .... and you too !!! __________________ I LOVE MY LIFE AS A MOMMY AND A WIFE

07-27-2008, 12:23 PM	#32
MauiGirl Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Maui, Hawaii Posts: 7,740	Yorkie Grooming DVD Oh, one more thing. I purchased a DVD of how to groom a Yorkie, I believe it is produced by one of the YT members, and many own it. I haven't watched it yet, but intend to use it as a guide to do my own grooming on Tiki. Sorry I don't have a link handy right now, but when I get more time I'll look for one. Or, maybe one of the other members will send it. Good Luck. __________________ SANDY, MOM TO TIKI , KAYLA , KARLEE , R.I.P. MEIKA

07-27-2008, 12:56 PM	#33
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	grooming If he was matted, shaving is about all a groomer can humanly do...I had to shave many..but got the owners permission first...if they did not agree and wanted me to yank and demat a coat for 4 hrs..I asked them to go elsewhere..painful to the Yorkie and EXPENSIVE. Dust your boy with baby powder to soothe his skin...he is upset because his mom is upset...buy him some cute tee shirts and brush him daily as his coat grows to keep himmat free..BUT if he has a soft, cotton coat, short clip is the only way to go IMO... Best wishes

07-27-2008, 01:35 PM	#34
kismet Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tool Texas USA Posts: 33	you Sometimes the best we can do is to "have a big mouth". It sounds to me like the groomer has lots to learn about her profession. The fact that she knew you would be upset but did not call you shows a lack of trust and a need for money on her part. Not good. The fact that she found critical things to say about your heart's friend tells you she has favorites and your dog can "know" that. Get thee to a new groomer if you try again is my opinion for what it is worth and....."have a big mouth " and let all of your friends know that you have little trust with that groomer and she is not professional enough to ever be entrusted with your heart's best friend again. I too would have been horrified especially in the additional comments. We groom our three. We bought a grooming table which helps at times if there is any matting. (Sometimes in the winter with a jacket matting can happen with the best of care.) Again, try to cheer a little because dogs know when something is a miss and your dog needs you now. Hugs to you my dear for trying to give your dog a positive experiance.

07-27-2008, 03:31 PM	#36
mscat YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 4,895	The worst thing the groomer did was not communicate with you . Maybe she had valid reasons as to why she felt it was right to shave your baby, but not telling you? and listening to you or doing what you wanted is what bothers me the most. I am sorry you had to go through all of that. His hair will grow back fast, and since it is summer he probably feels better too. Thanks for the information on the DVD . __________________ "No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich."

07-27-2008, 03:45 PM	#38
annabelle's mom BANNED! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: north florida Posts: 139	I have read that often the groomer sedates the dog...maybe that's way some are sleepy and tired acting when they get home. I will never take mine to any groomer, I guess I'm just overly possessive !!

07-27-2008, 03:48 PM	#39
peggato Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Boston Posts: 64	Thank you for all the posts. In answer to some of the questions. . .I did brush him everynight, for at least a 1/2 hour a night. . .I loved the feel of his coat, it was shiny, soft and silky. I guess my mistake was not following up with the comb. I am buying one tomorrow, even though I won't be using it for sometime, LOL!!! Leo's haircut is adorable, and thank you for sharing this. . . Leo has at least a month's worth of growth over where Barclay is right now. . .a month can't come fast enough!!! When I said down to the skin ALL over I mean down to the skin, and tonight while we were snuggling on the sofa he turned over for a belly rub and I noticed he is cut on his penis!!!! I thought he was licking himself because of the change, I think he has been licking himself because of the sore!!! She must of cut him during the shave!!! I am so angry I could scream!!! Should I put something on this sore or just leave it. I am going to be ever so careful about his new growth. . .I don't want him or I to go through this again. Tomorrow I am going to hit PetSmart and get him some cute little shirts to wear.

07-27-2008, 03:55 PM	#40
Amanda7 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Northern New York Posts: 1,307	I'm sorry you had such a dreadful experience with Barclay's first grooming. But he's a yorkie and adorable no matter what! I too have learned my lesson with groomers. One suggestion I would make when looking around for a groomer. Try and find one who comes to the house. We recently found a "Mobile Pet Groomer" and it was a great experience. She parked in our driveway and I was able to keep a close eye on what she was doing. Another good idea is to have a picture of the cut you want. __________________ Snickers & Baxter Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened.

07-27-2008, 04:03 PM	#41
megansmomma Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: S. W. Suburbs of Chicago, IL Posts: 12,235	I can feel your pain! I know you probably don't want to hear another it will grow back but it will PROMISE!!! I can definetly feel your pain~I am so sorry. I took Pebbles to the groomer and didn't realize that she was matted since I was brushing her every day and giving her a bath weekly. Her hair looked very nice on the surface but around her neck she was very matted. The groomer said that little mats get tighter each time I was gaving her a bath and suggested a different type of comb and brush. I was using a people brush and comb and that is what caused our problem. Since then I purchased a real grooming brush, and 2 different combs and she no longer gets any mats and her coat is growing out very nice. Put him in a little tshirt and give lots of __________________ “Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.” Mark Twain

07-27-2008, 04:34 PM	#42
YorkieTime07 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: atlanta, ga Posts: 920	So sorry you had to go thru that experience and i have gone thru the same thing except I had taken him to visit his breeder and she was showing me how matted he was underneath and I though i had been doing a good job!! Well we agreed to shave him and although it was a shocker I realized it was for his own good and it grew back quickly and really nice!! so rest assure he will be cuter than ever before you know it...try putting on a cute summer tee shirt on him that will make him look cute and help get thru this difficult time!! Keep us posted on how he is doing!!! __________________ Nathan has a crush on Tatum!!!! The Gentlemens' Club is on the Run!! We're gonna Rock YT with some Fun!!!

07-27-2008, 06:55 PM	#45
JeanieK Donating YT 12K Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Council Bluffs Iowa Posts: 12,552	The hair will grow back. How did he get such a bad matt in the first place if you brused him regularly. I can understand being upset, but your dog is still alive and healthy and if you weren't crying he would probably be jsut as happy and playful as ever. I'm sorry if I sound heartless, but come on, it's just a hair cut. some people on here have lost their dogs, not just the dogs hair.