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SolnzeUSB · 02-12-2006, 06:11 AM

I used Johnson's baby shampoo, spray and something like a conditioner. But dander was killing her -- constant itching would make her snow. I realized that they have no tears shampoos, detangling sprays and conditioners for puppies. They are pricey, but are specifically designed for pets (ex. pH balanced for their skin). I feel more comfortable to use those as to not to have her itch that much anymore. Try baby stuff first, maybe you will not have the problems I did.

chattiesmom · 02-12-2006, 06:18 AM

Another excellent conditioner is Mane and Tail leave in conditioner. You can use it full strength after a bath. Massage it full strength into matts and then rinse thoroughly.

For daily conditioning add a small amount to a spray bottle of water and you have a quick, inexpensive conditioner.

WELCOME to YT. Can't wait to see pics!

chachi · 02-12-2006, 08:12 AM

The whole key to how easy it is going to be to groom depends on the hair type. A silky is easy to comb through a cottony is not. My girl has A silky coat and I let hers grow out. It is long and pretty and pretty easy to groom. My male has a cotton coat that matts easily and we keep him short. A good shampoo and conditioner and leave in conditioner is a must for long hair. Also I suppliment with Missing Link which is good for the hair and skin. My girl has a real shiny coat. I get this at Petsmart.

02-12-2006, 06:18 AM	#17
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	Another excellent conditioner is Mane and Tail leave in conditioner. You can use it full strength after a bath. Massage it full strength into matts and then rinse thoroughly. For daily conditioning add a small amount to a spray bottle of water and you have a quick, inexpensive conditioner. WELCOME to YT. Can't wait to see pics! __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

02-12-2006, 08:12 AM	#18
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	The whole key to how easy it is going to be to groom depends on the hair type. A silky is easy to comb through a cottony is not. My girl has A silky coat and I let hers grow out. It is long and pretty and pretty easy to groom. My male has a cotton coat that matts easily and we keep him short. A good shampoo and conditioner and leave in conditioner is a must for long hair. Also I suppliment with Missing Link which is good for the hair and skin. My girl has a real shiny coat. I get this at Petsmart. __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

02-12-2006, 06:11 AM	#16
SolnzeUSB Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Brooklyn, New York & Casco, Maine Posts: 110	I used Johnson's baby shampoo, spray and something like a conditioner. But dander was killing her -- constant itching would make her snow. I realized that they have no tears shampoos, detangling sprays and conditioners for puppies. They are pricey, but are specifically designed for pets (ex. pH balanced for their skin). I feel more comfortable to use those as to not to have her itch that much anymore. Try baby stuff first, maybe you will not have the problems I did.