Hello everyone Our family just got our first puppy ever! She is a 4 month old beautiful little yorkie named Darcy. I am so new at this, training, bathing, food... I have so many questions. First of all, what is the best kind of shampoo to use on her? I know that yorkies tend to have sensitive skin and I want to know what kind you all use... |
Welcome! You have found the greatest place! I seem to learn something on here everyday. I use CloudStar shampoo and conditioners, when I can find them:rolleyes: and John Paul shampoos and conditioners. I also like to use conditioning sprays to freshen up and keep mats out in between baths. I usually bath once a week or two in the summer, but in the winter months I do not bath as much b/c she seems to battle with dryer skin. |
I just went to check out Darcy's pic...C-U-T-E!:p |
Thank you so much, I just can't believe that I never considered myself a dog person and got her more for the kids, but let me tell you, in just 4 days time, she has stolen my heart, I love her soooo much! I'll post more pics soon :-) |
Well, stealing hearts is what they do best! LOL Kudos to you for starting your learning process so early. I was guilty about not doing that. I didn't find YT until I had a problem, but they took me in and have helped sooooooo much! |
LOL, well, lets just say I am "trying" to start the learning process... he he... I did cave on the second night of crate training and let her out and let her sleep with me... now she cries when I put her in the crate! It was just sooo pitiful! She knows she has me wrapped around her little paw already... |
Welcome to YT! You've come to the right place for all you questions. Enjoy!!! |
Welcome to YT! This is a wonderful site!:) I use Biogroom shampoo and conditioner. You can go to their website and request free samples. They sent me 5 bottles. I don't know if you already know this or not, but never use a collar on your furbaby to take her for a walk. Always use a harness. |
Welcome to YT, I use oatmeal shampoo and love it. She has dry skin and that helps with it. Also give the less the better for giving her a bath. When it comes to dogs you are trying to keep the oil in and the more you bath them the more you gett eh oil out... Good luck with everything!!! and don't be afraid to ask tons of questions I am sure lots of people are happy to help!!!!!!!!! :) |
Oh my, I've been using a collar, why do I need to use a harness? See, I feel like a terrible doggie mommy!! So much to learn and I'm worried I'm going to do something wrong and hurt her! |
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I agree 100% on the harness comment:D:D. It is common to get collapse trachea on Yorkies. and thanks for the idea on shampoo I will get some samples;) |
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You shouldn't feel like a bad doggie mommy, you are on here to learn, and you will learn a lot on YT!:D |
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Hi and welcome to YT! You'll definitely learn alot here on YT. Oatmeal shampoo is highly recommended to help with dry skin or to keep it from drying. I was told that you really didn't need to bath but like every 3 weeks or so. I usually give my baths every 2 weeks as they just get a little stinky for my. I, however, use a medicated shampoo and conditioner from the vet because Hot Rod does have dry skin issues. Lots to learn and enjoy. Congrats on your new baby. :) |
Welcome! I use an oatmeal shampoo and have a yummy smelling oatmeal leave-in moisturizer I get from the vet. I spray it on her every couple of days or if her skin seems dry and she is scratching. We only use a harness also. |
Welcome to YT... |
Welcome to YT! You're gonna love it here! There are alot of really nice people here! Very informed as well. I use an oatmeal shampoo and conditioner on my babies. Then I use cowboy magic in their hair it's a really nice leave in oil for horses but works well in their hair. And it doesn't have a funny residue either. |
Thank you everyone for the warm welcomes and shampoo suggestions, I really appreciate. I tell you, I just discovered YT today but I'm already hooked... After seeing everyone's cute little pictures with their christmas outfits on, I think I'm off to the store to get Darcy one... lol... |
Welcome to YT! I agree on the harness. I use to leave a collar on Zoey with her tag but after a few posts about accidents involving them - I stopped using a collar altogether. She is microchipped tho. Maybe I am an odd ball... I have a few products that assist me with things like tangles etc., but I have found that my WEN products work fabulously on Zoey as both shampoo and conditioner in one. Yes, it is a special 'people' product but no harsh soap, so easy to use, and cleans well without stripping her natural oils. We LOVE it here - both Zoey and Mommy :) Running over to your homepage now to check out pics of Darcy ;) |
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