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scrapindee · 12-16-2012, 12:57 PM

I use Plush Puppy products for sprays and conditioners for my Biewers.

And I use Chris Christensen brushes for brushing.

Good luck with Stewie.

Lindzorz · 12-16-2012, 03:17 PM

I had heard corn starch as well -- awesome to see that it works! Nilla has a cotton coat too, and it seems like a losing battle! I can brush her out and then put a harness or hoodie on her, and it mats underneath in a snap. I try to keep her in a shorter cut -- I feel like at this point it is a service to her! :-P Your Biewer is a cutie! ^^

LingC · 12-16-2012, 04:22 PM

I don't normally have a problem with harnesses, it's mostly after I give him a bath, or after playing in the yard when the grass is wet. Also, he's constantly scratching himself against "stuff" (walls, sofas, carpets, grass... :/ Already taken him to the vet twice, and we are now trying a new diet to figure out whether it's food allergy or not... well, that's a whole different story..Urgh!!!!), so his under coat gets tangled, and I don't really notice the matting until it's too late coz the outer coat looks fine most of the time.

sandy simpson · 12-16-2012, 04:37 PM

I have a groomer who comes to my home. She uses some kind of a comb and thins out the fur on my biewer, JoJo. I think that is why Jo is not matted. Otherwise I know how thick and matted that fur can become. Right now he has his sweater on since it is cold and if that fur was not thinned it would be a mess.

LingC · 12-16-2012, 04:47 PM

These babies are so high maintenance, but so worth it!

LingC · 12-16-2012, 05:29 PM

Would the Chris Christensen T handle 16mm mini brush be a good one for Stewie (I think it's a pin brush, and the pins are not too long, which I think will give me more control?) He's 71/2 lbs, so I'm assuming he's considered small, right?

lisaly · 12-16-2012, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by AprilLove

Brushing a completely dry coat can damage it and make your matting issues worse. Using a grooming spray (if you check the grooming section here on YT, you will find LOTS of recomendations on grooming supplies.)
If he hates brushing, you really have to get him used to it if you want to keep him in long coat. You might want to start by cutting out his mats, then start daily brushing sessions, make it short and he will get used to it as long as you are gentle.
I would highly recommend a wooden pin brush and never use the wire brush again (if you are talking about a matt rake type brush, that will tear up his coat terribly) a good quality (Chris Christianson products are great)
A brass or stainless pin brush is another good tool. But for now I would def recommend you start with the wooden pin brush and brush his coat from the outer parts to the inside, not just one long stroke at first as that is what hurts them

I agree with MaryKayhas written. My little girl has a beautiful silk coat, but it is really thick. I do line brushing with her, and although I use several brushes for Katie, I reach for my wooden pin brushes most often. It is really massaging for Katie, and it doesn't hurt her. I'd also purchase a Madan pin brush from Jenny at toplinepet.com and both a mustache and grooming comb from her, too. The wooden pin brush doesn't get out some mats that the Madan brush can get out. A good delta going spray is also very important.

LingC · 12-16-2012, 07:47 PM

I just bought a Chris Christensen T-handle pin brush 16mm (mini), Isle of Dogs Everyday grooming spray, and Earth Therapeutics natural wood pin brush (medium), I am so excited. Stewie's appointment at the groomers is on the 20th, hopefully the grooming spray and brush will arrive before that day, so that I can brush out most of the matts before they get their hands on him, I really don't want them to shave him down for the winter

MY OSCAR · 12-17-2012, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by LingC

I just bought a Chris Christensen T-handle pin brush 16mm (mini), Isle of Dogs Everyday grooming spray, and Earth Therapeutics natural wood pin brush (medium), I am so excited. Stewie's appointment at the groomers is on the 20th, hopefully the grooming spray and brush will arrive before that day, so that I can brush out most of the matts before they get their hands on him, I really don't want them to shave him down for the winter

that is great , sounds like you are doing a good job..
yes , these little rascals can be high maintenance but so worth it...

12-16-2012, 12:57 PM	#16
scrapindee Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Redlands Posts: 4,842 Blog Entries: 2	I use Plush Puppy products for sprays and conditioners for my Biewers. And I use Chris Christensen brushes for brushing. Good luck with Stewie. __________________ Scrapindee--Team Furry & the Biewers www.houseofwags.com

12-16-2012, 03:17 PM	#17
Lindzorz YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 595	I had heard corn starch as well -- awesome to see that it works! Nilla has a cotton coat too, and it seems like a losing battle! I can brush her out and then put a harness or hoodie on her, and it mats underneath in a snap. I try to keep her in a shorter cut -- I feel like at this point it is a service to her! :-P Your Biewer is a cutie! ^^ __________________ Home is where your is. Lindsey and Nilla

12-16-2012, 04:22 PM	#18
LingC Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Mill Valley, CA Posts: 79 Blog Entries: 2	I don't normally have a problem with harnesses, it's mostly after I give him a bath, or after playing in the yard when the grass is wet. Also, he's constantly scratching himself against "stuff" (walls, sofas, carpets, grass... :/ Already taken him to the vet twice, and we are now trying a new diet to figure out whether it's food allergy or not... well, that's a whole different story..Urgh!!!!), so his under coat gets tangled, and I don't really notice the matting until it's too late coz the outer coat looks fine most of the time. __________________ Denise & The Gang: Stewie, Oliver, Lola, & Riley Thinking Bubbles - The Harness with a Handle!

12-16-2012, 04:47 PM	#20
LingC Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Mill Valley, CA Posts: 79 Blog Entries: 2	These babies are so high maintenance, but so worth it! __________________ Denise & The Gang: Stewie, Oliver, Lola, & Riley Thinking Bubbles - The Harness with a Handle!

12-16-2012, 05:29 PM	#21
LingC Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Mill Valley, CA Posts: 79 Blog Entries: 2	Would the Chris Christensen T handle 16mm mini brush be a good one for Stewie (I think it's a pin brush, and the pins are not too long, which I think will give me more control?) He's 71/2 lbs, so I'm assuming he's considered small, right? __________________ Denise & The Gang: Stewie, Oliver, Lola, & Riley Thinking Bubbles - The Harness with a Handle!

12-16-2012, 04:37 PM	#19
sandy simpson YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: santee, california Posts: 2,123 Blog Entries: 1	I have a groomer who comes to my home. She uses some kind of a comb and thins out the fur on my biewer, JoJo. I think that is why Jo is not matted. Otherwise I know how thick and matted that fur can become. Right now he has his sweater on since it is cold and if that fur was not thinned it would be a mess.

12-16-2012, 07:47 PM	#23
LingC Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Mill Valley, CA Posts: 79 Blog Entries: 2	I just bought a Chris Christensen T-handle pin brush 16mm (mini), Isle of Dogs Everyday grooming spray, and Earth Therapeutics natural wood pin brush (medium), I am so excited. Stewie's appointment at the groomers is on the 20th, hopefully the grooming spray and brush will arrive before that day, so that I can brush out most of the matts before they get their hands on him, I really don't want them to shave him down for the winter __________________ Denise & The Gang: Stewie, Oliver, Lola, & Riley Thinking Bubbles - The Harness with a Handle! Last edited by LingC; 12-16-2012 at 07:48 PM.