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Another Don't Comb Dry Question Ok, I've heard and read many different things, some say don't comb while hair is wet, other say don't comb while it is dry. But one thing that I'm confused about is, places that I've read that you're supposed to wet it some before combing, a lot fo people have said you can use dog conditioner, put some in a bottle and water it down real good, and mist them with that before you comb them. My question is this, if we're supposed to make sure we get all the shampoo and conditioner out of them when we bath and rinse them, isn't it bad to mix the conditioner with water and spray mist them with it? I mean, we'd be leaving it on their hair. I'm so confused. Anyone here mix their furkids conditioner with water and spray mist them with it before combing and leave it on them?? |
Shampoo should be thoroughly rinsed out, but not necessarily conditioner which helps the hair. There are many leave-in conditioners for both dogs and humans. I have used watered down conditioner as a brushing spray and I found I prefer products specifically formulated to be brushing sprays. I believe they are lighter and don't attract dirt as much. |
Thank you for your reply Maximo, I sure do appreciate it. If you don't mind me asking, how much conditioner did you mix to how much water? I think I may try it for a week and see how I like it. |
That still leaves the question of brush it wet or brush it dry :confused: |
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Brush with a conditioning brush spray applied to the brush to distribute it evenly while using the least amount of product possible. Some people apply directly to the dog. I can't do that with my guys or they end up a big, sticky mess. :p http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...n-its-dry.html |
If your fur baby is in a short cut, no need to use any conditioning sprays unless there's a mat you want to work out. It's best to spray the hair w/some sort of conditioning spray before brushing to avoid breakage, static, & to help work out tangles. One way to tell if the spray is good: I like spraying the product on my hands & distribute it where I need it. That way, you can get a 'feel' of the product. I like ones that leave a silky powdery feel, no stickiness. |
Just wanted to add, that I also spray Momo who is in a short cut, just to give him a refreshing smell between baths. |
I spray the brush and then brush their hair with a detangler. I use Yorkie Sheen which I think is great. I love it for the in between bathing days. Makes them smell good again! |
I thought the saying was "Don't brush a dry coat and don't comb a wet coat." I don't think the saying is that important, and is more a “Rule of thumb.” Breeder who show, live and die by tips on how to grow a long healthy coat as fast as possible, it’s just not that important for pet owners. I can tell if what I'm doing stresses the hair or the dog. I do mist lightly before brushing and finish with a comb to make sure all tangles are out. I think starting at the end and slowly moving the wide-end of the comb up towards the body and inch or so at the time, causes very little stress on the dog. I finish with the narrow end of the comb. I don't have to be so careful with Joey, he rarely even tangles, but my foster has a blended coat and does tangle, especially after wearing clothes. When the hair is wet, I don’t use a comb or a brush, I use my fingers, and as it dries, I start using a wooden pin flexible brush. |
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When I mentioned combing a wet coat, I meant a really, really wide tooth comb -- and only on perfectly detangled hair. My hair is very similar to Max's and that is what my hairdresser has always told me to do before blowing it out (which happens rarely on my head :p). Mostly I use my fingers when I dry the boys and wait to comb until they are completely dry. |
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She only goes to a groomer about once every 6 to 8 weeks. Basically, just to trim certain areas and keep her nails cut. When I bath her, I will use the dryer on her until she is over half dry moving her hair around with my hands. Then use my brush to start smoothing her out. Also a good brush and comb is very important. I prefer the Madan brush and comb. Is your pup's hair long and silky? Mikki has the shorter hair and it is a lot less maintenance. I really think that makes a major difference as well. Here are a few pictures of how Rosie's coat looks at this point. I think it looks healthy. :) Hope that helps. Attachment 361854 Attachment 361855 Attachment 361856 Attachment 361858 |
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