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smjlfn · 12-25-2010, 12:34 PM

Hi

I am sorta new. We have a baby that is about a year and half. We need to give her a bath but not sure what to use. We were taking her and getting her groomed but can't do that again until March. So I would like to do what I can myself.

We love her to pieces.

Also what do ya'll feed yours? She is so spoiled by the previous owners. They only feed her wet food. I was told that that isn't good for them and need dry. So I mix dry with her wet food. I use a dry that has flax seed and healthy stuff in it. But the wet I usually get the Caesar one. This is our first yorkie and We love her. Had her since July and she is so part of the family that we can't imagine life without her. Sorry for all the questions.

She is very spoiled with us too. LOL
Sharon

kjcmsw · 12-25-2010, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by smjlfn

Hi

I am sorta new. We have a baby that is about a year and half. We need to give her a bath but not sure what to use. We were taking her and getting her groomed but can't do that again until March. So I would like to do what I can myself.

We love her to pieces.

Also what do ya'll feed yours? She is so spoiled by the previous owners. They only feed her wet food. I was told that that isn't good for them and need dry. So I mix dry with her wet food. I use a dry that has flax seed and healthy stuff in it. But the wet I usually get the Caesar one. This is our first yorkie and We love her. Had her since July and she is so part of the family that we can't imagine life without her. Sorry for all the questions.

She is very spoiled with us too. LOL
Sharon

I've tried a lot of dog shampoo's/conditioners and keep going back to John Paul Pet Oatmeal Shampoo/Conditioner/ and the detangling spray. They get baths once a week (2 weeks tops). I like them to smell clean, feel silky smooth, and perfumed! lol
I feed Royal Canin

Britster · 12-25-2010, 05:06 PM

Welcome to YT!

You will find out lots of info here.

I give Jackson a bath weekly (sometimes once every 2 weeks). I use Minksheen (order it online) and BioGroom.

Wet food being bad for teeth is just a myth... kibble doesn't really help keep tarter away any more than a cracker or a chip keeps our teeth clean. Most vets will advise brushing, dentals, etc to upkeep with their teeth. I brush once a week and use Petzlife (but I probably should be brushing his teeth every day).

I feed Orijen and Acana kibble, both made by the same company (Champion) and mix in some wet food as well.

Good luck, welcome to YT.

kdhawks · 12-25-2010, 06:28 PM

Welcome to YT!

Levi gets a bath on average once a week. We use Nootie shampoo for baths and Nootie spray-in between baths. He has medium-length hair and gets brushed out once a day. Grooms are every few months as needed. He eats Orijen Adult kibble, sometimes mixed with a little bit of wet food (Wellness Core).

Furbaby Friend · 12-25-2010, 06:31 PM

We give Rylie a bath once every 1 week, 1.5 weeks, or a max of 2 weeks (depending on her dirt level/skin quality). We use Espree products, which are conveniently available at Petco (which I like because I didn't want to order online) and they are working awesome!

Darlin Beauxs · 12-25-2010, 07:35 PM

Hi & welcome to YT! I bathe my 3 on an as-needed basis, which is usually bi-weekly in the summer, and maybe every 2 1/2 weeks in the colder months. There are alot of shampoos/conditioners that I like, with a few of my favorites being: Yorkie Splash and Shine, Nootie, Petsilk, and the Paul Mitchell products. The first two are offered by YT vendors, I included their links.
If you have friend who can purchase from a beauty supply, the Paul Mitchell products can be picked up very cheaply!

I feed my pups Wellness Core, but the light variety, and every now and then mix in some Merrick Before Grain Chicken formula.

The only advice I have about food is this: Baxter developed kidney stones, and has to have them removed. My vet recommends feeding dry kibble only, as this will make the pup drink more water. There is much moisture in canned food, which causes them to drink less. Before this happened, I fed them about 1/2 canned & 1/2 kibble. It took a little while for them to adjust to just dry, but they are fine now!

Darlin Beauxs · 12-25-2010, 07:37 PM

Should have read *HAD to have them removed.

AprilLove · 12-25-2010, 07:43 PM

Welcome to YT, and to being owned and operated by a Yorkie!!!

It is not hard to spoil them is it??teehee!!

We usually bathe every 7 to 10 days here, and less in the winter when they are not outside as often and it is dry here.

I LOVE Espree Shampoos and in the winter especially, i use the Luxery remoistering conditioner to keep their coats looking and feeling healthy.
You can find some of the Espree shampoos at Petco. Or online

smjlfn · 12-26-2010, 04:41 AM

Thanks ya'll.

My groomer was telling only once a month. She needs a bath cause I think she has dry skin. I wanted to try and get to the store but we have a snow storm coming ( I am so excited for )

I have V05 and I do have some dog shampo that I got at WalMart. By they way ours love licking our faces is that that their way of kissing and showing affection? I was just telling my dh that I can see us having a Yorkie even after our kiddos are gone.

yorkieusa · 12-26-2010, 06:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smjlfn

Thanks ya'll.

My groomer was telling only once a month. She needs a bath cause I think she has dry skin. I wanted to try and get to the store but we have a snow storm coming ( I am so excited for )

I have V05 and I do have some dog shampo that I got at WalMart. By they way ours love licking our faces is that that their way of kissing and showing affection? I was just telling my dh that I can see us having a Yorkie even after our kiddos are gone.

Yes. They are very affectionate in that manner. They are little lovebugs. Also, I always use baby shampoo on their faces to prevent anything burning their eyes. I've always bathed once a week at a minimum. Mine could never last longer.

Also, be sure to completely rinse out any shampoo. That is a good way to avoid itching. Also, I have found that a lot of groomers' shampoo causes mine to itch. I prefer to use my own and whatever works better for her. Sometimes groomers do not use the best quality shampoos. It is good to use a good conditioner as well on dry skin and coats.

Donnainohio63 · 12-26-2010, 09:16 PM

Scooter had very bad dry skin and the vet told me it was because I was bathing him to much. She said once a month is all they should be bathed and she told me to try and oatmeal based shampoo and conditioner and I did and Scooters coat is beautiful and silky now.
The vet also told me to try salmon oil on his dry puppy chow and I do that too.

My babies are spoiled

RIP Sophie Lynn Mommy loves and misses you

12-25-2010, 12:34 PM	#1
smjlfn YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Cornish, Maine USA Posts: 2	Question on baths Hi I am sorta new. We have a baby that is about a year and half. We need to give her a bath but not sure what to use. We were taking her and getting her groomed but can't do that again until March. So I would like to do what I can myself. We love her to pieces. Also what do ya'll feed yours? She is so spoiled by the previous owners. They only feed her wet food. I was told that that isn't good for them and need dry. So I mix dry with her wet food. I use a dry that has flax seed and healthy stuff in it. But the wet I usually get the Caesar one. This is our first yorkie and We love her. Had her since July and she is so part of the family that we can't imagine life without her. Sorry for all the questions. She is very spoiled with us too. LOL Sharon

12-25-2010, 05:06 PM	#3
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,814	Welcome to YT! You will find out lots of info here. I give Jackson a bath weekly (sometimes once every 2 weeks). I use Minksheen (order it online) and BioGroom. Wet food being bad for teeth is just a myth... kibble doesn't really help keep tarter away any more than a cracker or a chip keeps our teeth clean. Most vets will advise brushing, dentals, etc to upkeep with their teeth. I brush once a week and use Petzlife (but I probably should be brushing his teeth every day). I feed Orijen and Acana kibble, both made by the same company (Champion) and mix in some wet food as well. Good luck, welcome to YT. __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier

12-25-2010, 06:28 PM	#4
kdhawks Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 2,359	Welcome to YT! Levi gets a bath on average once a week. We use Nootie shampoo for baths and Nootie spray-in between baths. He has medium-length hair and gets brushed out once a day. Grooms are every few months as needed. He eats Orijen Adult kibble, sometimes mixed with a little bit of wet food (Wellness Core). __________________ katy&levi

12-25-2010, 07:43 PM	#8
AprilLove My Three Hearts Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wrapped around their paws :-) Posts: 7,190	Welcome to YT, and to being owned and operated by a Yorkie!!! It is not hard to spoil them is it??teehee!! We usually bathe every 7 to 10 days here, and less in the winter when they are not outside as often and it is dry here. I LOVE Espree Shampoos and in the winter especially, i use the Luxery remoistering conditioner to keep their coats looking and feeling healthy. You can find some of the Espree shampoos at Petco. Or online __________________ MaryKay AprilLove Wubs Moosie R.I.P. Bailey & BitsyRoo

12-25-2010, 06:31 PM	#5
Furbaby Friend YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Buffalo, NY, United States Posts: 971	We give Rylie a bath once every 1 week, 1.5 weeks, or a max of 2 weeks (depending on her dirt level/skin quality). We use Espree products, which are conveniently available at Petco (which I like because I didn't want to order online) and they are working awesome!

12-25-2010, 07:35 PM	#6
Darlin Beauxs Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Monroe, La, Us Posts: 1,326 Blog Entries: 1	Hi & welcome to YT! I bathe my 3 on an as-needed basis, which is usually bi-weekly in the summer, and maybe every 2 1/2 weeks in the colder months. There are alot of shampoos/conditioners that I like, with a few of my favorites being: Yorkie Splash and Shine, Nootie, Petsilk, and the Paul Mitchell products. The first two are offered by YT vendors, I included their links. If you have friend who can purchase from a beauty supply, the Paul Mitchell products can be picked up very cheaply! I feed my pups Wellness Core, but the light variety, and every now and then mix in some Merrick Before Grain Chicken formula. The only advice I have about food is this: Baxter developed kidney stones, and has to have them removed. My vet recommends feeding dry kibble only, as this will make the pup drink more water. There is much moisture in canned food, which causes them to drink less. Before this happened, I fed them about 1/2 canned & 1/2 kibble. It took a little while for them to adjust to just dry, but they are fine now!

12-25-2010, 07:37 PM	#7
Darlin Beauxs Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Monroe, La, Us Posts: 1,326 Blog Entries: 1	Should have read *HAD to have them removed.

12-26-2010, 04:41 AM	#9
smjlfn YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Cornish, Maine USA Posts: 2	Thanks ya'll. My groomer was telling only once a month. She needs a bath cause I think she has dry skin. I wanted to try and get to the store but we have a snow storm coming ( I am so excited for ) I have V05 and I do have some dog shampo that I got at WalMart. By they way ours love licking our faces is that that their way of kissing and showing affection? I was just telling my dh that I can see us having a Yorkie even after our kiddos are gone.

12-26-2010, 09:16 PM	#11
Donnainohio63 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Lorain Ohio Posts: 1,882	Scooter had very bad dry skin and the vet told me it was because I was bathing him to much. She said once a month is all they should be bathed and she told me to try and oatmeal based shampoo and conditioner and I did and Scooters coat is beautiful and silky now. The vet also told me to try salmon oil on his dry puppy chow and I do that too. My babies are spoiled RIP Sophie Lynn Mommy loves and misses you