Top knot is breaking his hair and leaving a red mark on his head~

[Cherie6446]

Zoey's hair is thin also. I used the little bands and then put a tiny clip on the band. This did work but her hair broke and a dark spot appeared. I stopped putting her hair up and just trim it instead. The dark spot never away.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by Cherie6446

Zoey's hair is thin also. I used the little bands and then put a tiny clip on the band. This did work but her hair broke and a dark spot appeared. I stopped putting her hair up and just trim it instead. The dark spot never away.

If the skin dies it will turn black, this is an indication the band was too tight. After placing the band on, you must loosen it so it's not tight against scalp, or they lose circulation in that area. Joey's breeder suggested putting a metal comb between scalp and band to measure the distance and loosen band.

[enchilila]

Originally Posted by Rainbowhgz

Hi everyone! My Yorkie's just turned 1 and we're growing her hair out (after having it cut short previously) so that we can put in a top knot and cute bows for her. She has really thin hair, so I haven't had much luck with a band as she stays still for a little while, but not long enough for me to wrap the band enough times to keep it in place. Plus, because her hair is thin, bits get caught in the bands and even though I cut them out, I'm wary that soon she will have even less hair. I found this product online. Has anyone tried it? It looks like it could help!

Dog Hair Bows | Cheap Hair Accessories | Dog Hair Accessories

Yes, I've heard of them. I was given a sample a couple of years ago, but I couldn't get the hang of it. I just went back to the non-latex bands. They look like a great idea once you get used to using them. She has a FB page called KTW Wraps. She may send you a sample if you ask her to.

Let us know howmyoumlikemthem if you decide to try them. I may give them another try. Good luck!

[elleste]

Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum!

I wonder if there is a way to stimulate the hair growth on my pup, she also has very fine hair and top knots can be troublesome for that reason. I have been keeping her short around the eyes as much as possible but she really had less eye irritation with the top knot.

Any suggestions on growing out the hair to obtain a top knot?

Any suggestions on stimulating thicker hair growth?

[gracielove]

Originally Posted by elleste

Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum!

I wonder if there is a way to stimulate the hair growth on my pup, she also has very fine hair and top knots can be troublesome for that reason. I have been keeping her short around the eyes as much as possible but she really had less eye irritation with the top knot.

Any suggestions on growing out the hair to obtain a top knot?

Any suggestions on stimulating thicker hair growth?

Probably the first thing to consider with hair growth is diet. Make sure you are feeding a really good quality food. A supplement of Omega3 is really good for skin and coat.

I believe strongly in using only all natural products for bathing and conditioning. The sulfate and other chemicals in many products strip the skin even though they do have some synthetic type conditioners in them. I always use an all natural detangling spray on the topknot area when combing and work it into the skin, keeping it out of the eyes of course.

Genetics has a lot to do with how much coat your dog has but you can always help things along with diet and using the right products. The coat usually naturally thickens as they mature.

[elleste]

Thanks gracielove,

I agree with you on all natural products, including in the home so hopefully we can rule out any irritants. I have not even considered supplement for her, what a great idea! I think I will try that and also hope for the best as she matures.

[Namor]

Well I think you should try to grow it if you can. But from my experience I think genetics have something to do with it. My Deuce has one heck of a head of hair and less on his legs. My daughter's yorkie has skimpy head hair and thick hair on her legs. Guess what???? You can't grow it more on either one of them. We keep them on a similar diet and they both are quite healthy. Well maybe we could oil the coats a bit but I don't think they'll grow more or get any thicker. The solution to her topknot problem . . . I cut her down to a little funky cropped do and make her statement that way. With Deuce I had to braid his hair. Of course I could have gone with a traditional topknot but what the heck. That make's his statement.

[elleste]

Thanks Namor - your little guy is so cute!

[Rainbowhgz]

Originally Posted by enchilila

Yes, I've heard of them. I was given a sample a couple of years ago, but I couldn't get the hang of it. I just went back to the non-latex bands. They look like a great idea once you get used to using them. She has a FB page called KTW Wraps. She may send you a sample if you ask her to.

Let us know howmyoumlikemthem if you decide to try them. I may give them another try. Good luck!

Tried them! It's quite easy to put in and there is definitely less breakage than using bands and if you wrap them correctly, they will stay on tight. But I've gone back to using barrettes for the meantime as her hair is still thin and I don't want to keep pulling her hair out. So I'm being patient and will see what happens! Do ask for another sample and try again though!