How do you keep your Yorkies clean between baths?

[Lisa and Pic]

Originally Posted by capt_noonie

I have a customer who has papillons. They go MONTHS without baths and they look so good. so jealous.

I bathe Uni once a week, maaaaaybe 1 1/2 week TOPS. I use detangling spray during brushing that keeps her smelling nice. She does have the teary eyes, so eye booger detail several times a day. By day 2 or so it starts to be noticable. I comb out the "crustables" and she will look better.

What kind of shampoo/conditioner are you using?

I have never used detangling spray, but think it might be a great idea on Piccolo. What brand do you use? Does it make Uni's fur sticky? Would love to know more about this.

[Rachael1983]

My groomer has his own shampoo and conditioner that has kept Troy fresh was 2 weeks now. Troy is soft easy to comb and smells awesome.

[Shelby&Seymour]

Shelby & Seymour get baths every week. We use Earthbath, Chris Chritensen, and SPA shampoos (I alternate) and then we use....... BIOLAGE detangling solution as a conditioner.... but only on the body, not near the face/eyes. It works great. Then in between baths they get....... a "butt bath" and a "weenie wash" We shampoo just those "special" areas and they are good to go!

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by Lisa and Pic

I have never used detangling spray, but think it might be a great idea on Piccolo. What brand do you use? Does it make Uni's fur sticky? Would love to know more about this.

You've never used detangling spray? And Pic has such a pretty long coat! I don't use anything fancy. I bought a bottle of Perfect Coat Detangling spray from Petco. I tell you this 10 oz bottle has lasted me forever! i have a bit left and I bought it when Uni was a puppy, so going on 2 1/2 or 3 years!

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by BridgettesMomma

Everyone I talk to say any more than once every other week is to much. Yes their faces get dirty really fast.

What kind of shampoo/conditioner do you suggest?

We must have spoken to the same people. It really depends on your yorkie's life style, and where you live. All of Prince's vets said not more than once every 2 weeks, but I tend to use the "as needed" rule. Of course, there are grooming details that we do on a daily basis, such as face washing, teeth brushing, privates/tummy hair check and feet washing if needed.
I do tend to bath him weekly during the summer when he goes outside more.

[DerbyLayne]

Originally Posted by Princes mom

but I tend to use the "as needed" rule. .

I do too, but then I find sometimes that means he gets a bath twice a week. He just loves rolling around in the dirt and mud! and taking him to the dog park is like bath after immediately! I know it's too much, but the guy is FILTHY. It's disgusting.

As far as Spray--

I use HOMEOPATH "Rosemary and Babassu" ENHANCE Dog Skin and Coat Conditioner.

It's all natural, and organic and can be used in between washes to freshen coat up for shine and smelly goodnesS!

[DerbyLayne]

Originally Posted by capt_noonie

I tell you this 10 oz bottle has lasted me forever! i have a bit left and I bought it when Uni was a puppy, so going on 2 1/2 or 3 years!

You know that Shampoo and Conditioner, dog or otherwise, has a 2 year Shelf Life right?

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by DerbyLayne

You know that Shampoo and Conditioner, dog or otherwise, has a 2 year Shelf Life right?

No I didn't know that! I guess that's why the liquid is no longer clear and is a bit yellowish? Still does the job though, so I'm still using it.

[cj125]

I use HOMEOPATH "Rosemary and Babassu" ENHANCE Dog Skin and Coat Conditioner.

This does smell SO good! My friend from Canada sent me some


They get brushed, faces washed and eyes cleaned every day. Warm wash cloth and water.

They get their teeth brushed a couple times a week (we are going to do better on this!) Used to use Petzlife but now I'm going to be using CET petpaste and ORA Vet gel wipes once a week.

They get a bath every week. Both of my kids have very different coats so I use different things on each of them. I've tried a ton of different brands. Right now I'm using Nature's Specialties. I also use a conditioning detangler spray with brushings.

[Lisa and Pic]

Originally Posted by capt_noonie

You've never used detangling spray? And Pic has such a pretty long coat! I don't use anything fancy. I bought a bottle of Perfect Coat Detangling spray from Petco. I tell you this 10 oz bottle has lasted me forever! i have a bit left and I bought it when Uni was a puppy, so going on 2 1/2 or 3 years!

Thanks for the information! Do you spray this on her dry coat before you brush or comb? (Just trying to learn new things and I appreciate the help. )