Sunscreen for Dogs

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by CouversMom

You obviously haven't been on here long enough... We will all do anything and everything we can to keep our pups safe If it requires sunscreen, then so be it

Yup I take Pnuts sunscreen and Lifejacket and throw it in his Stroller!!!!!

[Chodges]

I just never thought about sunscreen for a dog since they have hair. I would also do anything for my dog. I have just never thought about sunscreen for a pet with hair. I can really see where it would be useful for those little hairless dogs though.

[CouversMom]

Originally Posted by Chodges

I just never thought about sunscreen for a dog since they have hair. I would also do anything for my dog. I have just never thought about sunscreen for a pet with hair. I can really see where it would be useful for those little hairless dogs though.

I still get burnt on my head in the summer and I have hair. Why would it be any different for dogs?

[KendraE]

Originally Posted by lovespandp

Yup I take Pnuts sunscreen and Lifejacket and throw it in his Stroller!!!!!

Lol...you sound just like me!!

[Cha Cha]

Originally Posted by Chodges

I just never thought about sunscreen for a dog since they have hair. I would also do anything for my dog. I have just never thought about sunscreen for a pet with hair. I can really see where it would be useful for those little hairless dogs though.

I can understand where you would never have thought of sunscreen for dogs. The reason I think of it is because growing up the sun was always a concern for our animals as they can actually burn, especially the animals that are not in the sun on a regular basis like in the house or barn. Since Yorkies are not double coated, I would think they could be especially vulnerable to the sun especially where their hair parts and leaves the skin exposed somewhat. I'm also talking about extended periods of exposure on a boat where the water reflection magnifies. I am always concerned about the sun for me and want my pets to be safe and comfortable if we're going to take them with us.

[Chodges]

Well, all of you have convinced me. I have been way behind times! Thanks for educating me.

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by KendraE

Lol...you sound just like me!!

LoL .. beyond spoiled!! IMO the stroller, life jacket, Buddy Belt, and sunscren are a must have!!

[Harrysmum]

Originally Posted by Chodges

Well, all of you have convinced me. I have been way behind times! Thanks for educating me.

Good - glad you've been educated....!!

We had a white cat called Lottie that actually got sunburned on her ears, we had no idea this could happen....

I ended up putting Clinique sun-block on them - but it was too late

She ended up having to have both ears removed and she looked like a little owl....it could so easily have been prevented, so please beware. Sally + Harry x

[TxVicki]

Originally Posted by Chodges

You are kidding, right?? LOL

???????
I will tell you that dog's can get skin cancer. So no this isn't a joke.

[TxVicki]

Originally Posted by Chodges

Well, all of you have convinced me. I have been way behind times! Thanks for educating me.

I guess I should have read ahead before I posted my response to your first question. Glad you have been educated.

[bamawife]

I was actually about to post the same question!! Thank you for posting it and to the informative replies!

[Carol416]

I read on this thread that epi-pet was a good sun protection for our dogs. I ordered it on line and it was very pricey!! I am very upset that I bought it...It makes Brandy's coat so greasy.. I am not sure why it was recommended for Yorkies???

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by Carol416

I read on this thread that epi-pet was a good sun protection for our dogs. I ordered it on line and it was very pricey!! I am very upset that I bought it...It makes Brandy's coat so greasy.. I am not sure why it was recommended for Yorkies???

???? Maybe you put too much- It doesn't get greasy on Pnut

[Teegy]

Originally Posted by Chodges

You are kidding, right?? LOL

Are you kidding, dogs get sunburned too

[Teegy]

I was thinking about sunscreen last night, were you sneakily reading my mind, because I sprayed it on myself before taking them for a walk last night and thought hmmm what about the boys?