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chattiesmom · 09-09-2008, 05:44 PM

I am so sorry you have had bad luck with the groomers. Even though Lucky got the "buzz" he is adorable, AND his hair will be grown out before you know it.

Why not start grooming him yourself. With a bit of trial and error and practice you will be able to keep his hair exactly like you want it. If he is afraid of being groomed I would wonder what has been going on at the groomers - and if you do the grooming yourself, you won't have any questions.

megansmomma · 09-09-2008, 05:48 PM

Ahhhh he looks adorable! I can feel your pain and I know you don't want to hear this but~~~it will grow back but it will

The only thing I can suggest is to work with him between grooming so he is really use to being handled. IMO sedation would not be an option, I would find a new groomer. Pebbles was hand scissored for quite a while until she was comfortable with the groomer. I paid a little more but it was worth it in the end. She is now a star at the groomers but it took a lot of work on both the part of the groomer and at home as well.

My hubby loved when Pebbles was shaved, but he was in the military

Luckys Momma · 09-09-2008, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by chattiesmom

I am so sorry you have had bad luck with the groomers. Even though Lucky got the "buzz" he is adorable, AND his hair will be grown out before you know it.

Why not start grooming him yourself. With a bit of trial and error and practice you will be able to keep his hair exactly like you want it. If he is afraid of being groomed I would wonder what has been going on at the groomers - and if you do the grooming yourself, you won't have any questions.

I am glad I ordered that vest from you. He is going to need it now for sure. lol

wvmomof3 · 09-09-2008, 06:21 PM

What part of WV are you in? Peterstown here.
Lucky is still adorable!

Luckys Momma · 09-09-2008, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by wvmomof3

What part of WV are you in? Peterstown here.
Lucky is still adorable!

I am in Boone County. Danville.

wvmomof3 · 09-09-2008, 06:32 PM

Monroe County here, not sure how close that is, since I didn't grow up here...lol. Anyway, hello neighbor!

I went to your profile page, and saw the age of lucky. He is one day older than our Brady!!!

Luckys Momma · 09-09-2008, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by wvmomof3

Monroe County here, not sure how close that is, since I didn't grow up here...lol. Anyway, hello neighbor!

I went to your profile page, and saw the age of lucky. He is one day older than our Brady!!!

So Brady was born on Feb 20th. Thats our anniversary. Thats pretty cool.

wvmomof3 · 09-09-2008, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Luckys Momma

So Brady was born on Feb 20th. Thats our anniversary. Thats pretty cool.

No, I probably said it wrong,....Brady was born on the 22nd of February....my mistake...

luvnmymax · 09-09-2008, 06:44 PM

I think he is adorable with his shorter hair. I am a groomer, and I have several customers who keep their yorkies hair that short. They love it! They get to wear cute clothes this way without worrying about mats!!! You should try doing it yourself, but keep in mind that many dogs are more nervous with their owner doing it. Alot of customers can't even watch their dog being groomed because it makes the dogs too nervous/hyper/or excited. I do not sedate dogs in my shop, however I do groom a couple of persian cats and 1 shih-tzu whose owners do medicate them before they come. I'm not sure what they give them, we call it a doggie valium (or kittie valium). It is something that the vet gives them. They are still awake and alert....just relaxed. The shih tzu, they drop off in the morning and then pick up at lunch time. I alway do his groom as soon as he gets there in the morning and then put him in a crate or exercise pen in the bathroom so that he isn't nervous around the other dogs and strange noises. I can tell by the time they pick him up his medicine is wearing off, because he starts pacing and getting nervous.

Luckys Momma · 09-09-2008, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by wvmomof3

No, I probably said it wrong,....Brady was born on the 22nd of February....my mistake...

We used to have a camp in Greenbrier County. It was at Neola. I think that is pretty close to you. Right below Antony Creek Correctional Center. I have been to Monroe County many times when we were camping. I am about 4 to 5 hours away from where you live.

wvmomof3 · 09-09-2008, 06:48 PM

We are about an hour from Greenbrier County.

Luckys Momma · 09-09-2008, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by luvnmymax

I think he is adorable with his shorter hair. I am a groomer, and I have several customers who keep their yorkies hair that short. They love it! They get to wear cute clothes this way without worrying about mats!!! You should try doing it yourself, but keep in mind that many dogs are more nervous with their owner doing it. Alot of customers can't even watch their dog being groomed because it makes the dogs too nervous/hyper/or excited. I do not sedate dogs in my shop, however I do groom a couple of persian cats and 1 shih-tzu whose owners do medicate them before they come. I'm not sure what they give them, we call it a doggie valium (or kittie valium). It is something that the vet gives them. They are still awake and alert....just relaxed. The shih tzu, they drop off in the morning and then pick up at lunch time. I alway do his groom as soon as he gets there in the morning and then put him in a crate or exercise pen in the bathroom so that he isn't nervous around the other dogs and strange noises. I can tell by the time they pick him up his medicine is wearing off, because he starts pacing and getting nervous.

Thank you so much for the advice. I really appreciate it. I like the body cut but not the legs at all. I am sure it will grow out pretty fast. It will just take me some time to get used to it.

Breezeaway · 09-09-2008, 06:50 PM

Aww he looks cute anyway. I started Nicholas out with the really small clippers(Wahl Pocket Pro) that are battery powered just doing his ears and basically just letting him hear them run and not touching him. They dont make alot of noise. Gradually trimming ears ,some on the belly and I am Happy to say now he does not mind them at all he will just sit there and let you do whatever you have to do. These little clippers are the best for just small trims on the belly, ears, legs, butt etc.

wvmomof3 · 09-09-2008, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Breezeaway

Aww he looks cute anyway. I started Nicholas out with the really small clippers(Wahl Pocket Pro) that are battery powered just doing his ears and basically just letting him hear them run and not touching him. They dont make alot of noise. Gradually trimming ears ,some on the belly and I am Happy to say now he does not mind them at all he will just sit there and let you do whatever you have to do. These little clippers are the best for just small trims on the belly, ears, legs, butt etc.

I like the looks of those clippers. Did you get them at a Walmart or did you have to order them?

cmgny42 · 09-09-2008, 06:56 PM

Sorry you are so upset with Lucky's groomer, I sure don't blame you. I get Lulu's hair cut in a puppy cut similary to how your Lucky looks now and she really likes it and looks cute. It takes about 6 weeks to grow out to look like Lucky did before his grooming.

I had trouble finding a groomer in my area because Lulu is my first dog and I just wasn't familiar with grooming. I ended up asking Lulu's breeder for his recommendation and even though he is about an 1 hour from us, he asked some of his contacts and found me Lulu's groomer. Maybe your breeder could help you find a better groomer? Just a thought.

09-09-2008, 05:44 PM	#31
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	I am so sorry you have had bad luck with the groomers. Even though Lucky got the "buzz" he is adorable, AND his hair will be grown out before you know it. Why not start grooming him yourself. With a bit of trial and error and practice you will be able to keep his hair exactly like you want it. If he is afraid of being groomed I would wonder what has been going on at the groomers - and if you do the grooming yourself, you won't have any questions. __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

09-09-2008, 05:48 PM	#32
megansmomma Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: S. W. Suburbs of Chicago, IL Posts: 12,235	Ahhhh he looks adorable! I can feel your pain and I know you don't want to hear this but~~~it will grow back but it will The only thing I can suggest is to work with him between grooming so he is really use to being handled. IMO sedation would not be an option, I would find a new groomer. Pebbles was hand scissored for quite a while until she was comfortable with the groomer. I paid a little more but it was worth it in the end. She is now a star at the groomers but it took a lot of work on both the part of the groomer and at home as well. My hubby loved when Pebbles was shaved, but he was in the military __________________ “Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.” Mark Twain

09-09-2008, 06:21 PM	#34
wvmomof3 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: West Virginia Posts: 129	What part of WV are you in? Peterstown here. Lucky is still adorable! Last edited by wvmomof3; 09-09-2008 at 06:22 PM. Reason: hit the post reply button before I was ready :-)

09-09-2008, 06:44 PM	#39
luvnmymax Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 295	I think he is adorable with his shorter hair. I am a groomer, and I have several customers who keep their yorkies hair that short. They love it! They get to wear cute clothes this way without worrying about mats!!! You should try doing it yourself, but keep in mind that many dogs are more nervous with their owner doing it. Alot of customers can't even watch their dog being groomed because it makes the dogs too nervous/hyper/or excited. I do not sedate dogs in my shop, however I do groom a couple of persian cats and 1 shih-tzu whose owners do medicate them before they come. I'm not sure what they give them, we call it a doggie valium (or kittie valium). It is something that the vet gives them. They are still awake and alert....just relaxed. The shih tzu, they drop off in the morning and then pick up at lunch time. I alway do his groom as soon as he gets there in the morning and then put him in a crate or exercise pen in the bathroom so that he isn't nervous around the other dogs and strange noises. I can tell by the time they pick him up his medicine is wearing off, because he starts pacing and getting nervous. __________________ It's Captain Jack Sparrow mate.....savvy???

09-09-2008, 06:50 PM	#43
Breezeaway No Longer a Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Wildcat Country(KY) Posts: 2,114 Blog Entries: 26	Aww he looks cute anyway. I started Nicholas out with the really small clippers(Wahl Pocket Pro) that are battery powered just doing his ears and basically just letting him hear them run and not touching him. They dont make alot of noise. Gradually trimming ears ,some on the belly and I am Happy to say now he does not mind them at all he will just sit there and let you do whatever you have to do. These little clippers are the best for just small trims on the belly, ears, legs, butt etc. Attached Thumbnails

09-09-2008, 06:32 PM	#36
wvmomof3 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: West Virginia Posts: 129	Monroe County here, not sure how close that is, since I didn't grow up here...lol. Anyway, hello neighbor! I went to your profile page, and saw the age of lucky. He is one day older than our Brady!!!

09-09-2008, 06:48 PM	#41
wvmomof3 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: West Virginia Posts: 129	We are about an hour from Greenbrier County.

09-09-2008, 06:56 PM	#45
cmgny42 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Buffalo NY Posts: 748	Sorry you are so upset with Lucky's groomer, I sure don't blame you. I get Lulu's hair cut in a puppy cut similary to how your Lucky looks now and she really likes it and looks cute. It takes about 6 weeks to grow out to look like Lucky did before his grooming. I had trouble finding a groomer in my area because Lulu is my first dog and I just wasn't familiar with grooming. I ended up asking Lulu's breeder for his recommendation and even though he is about an 1 hour from us, he asked some of his contacts and found me Lulu's groomer. Maybe your breeder could help you find a better groomer? Just a thought. __________________ Colleen and Lulu Member of the Spoiled Rotten Club The more people I know, the more I love my dog