shampoo help

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by spiritwings1202

I bathe her about once a month bc it is winter and she gets so cold I am afraid of her getting sick. I didn't know that you should bathe them once a week. Is that what everyone else does? once a week? I guess I am new to this Yorkie stuff. Daisy goes to the groomers once a month and in between she gets a bath but as for Pixie I was afraid to make her sick bc she gets so cold.

my yorkie that has dry skin i wash once a month and my yorkie with allergies i wash her weekly to keep pollens and dust off her so it really depends on your dog.

[spiritwings1202]

Originally Posted by dwerten

my yorkie that has dry skin i wash once a month and my yorkie with allergies i wash her weekly to keep pollens and dust off her so it really depends on your dog.

Thanks, I was feeling like an idiot! lol I am new to the Yorkie breed and so much to learn. Thank God for all the helpful people on YT
I would be lost. I want to do everything right so that she grows up healthy and happy and lives a long life

[2girls]

One of my girls is super sensative so I tried an oatmeal shampoo and conditioner by Khiels. The Khiels brand can be found at any department store, it's an all natural line that has many other great doggie products. I use all their products as well.

[YorkieMom6]

Originally Posted by spiritwings1202

Thanks Denise,
I bought puppy shampoo from a local doggie salon and it has been better. I guess the stuff at pet smart is not that good! I wanted to tell you I did get a bow in today I bought the baby bows from the local drug store and they worked good for now.

I am glad to hear it is better. Okay, no one bash me - but I really do not think that just because a brand is sold by a particular dealer/retailer it is bad, I just think some ARE better than others and some react differently on our furbabies than others, just like us 'humans'. Also, if a furbaby has a particular issue or sensitivity, then we need to look at maybe special types to address the problem.

YEA on the bows!! I think for everyday and getting them 'use' to it, that the simpler and more importantly, the lighter, the better. That along with persistence, which I have not been so good at lately but will get back to it. Zoey's hair is getting longer up there now, so it is a necessity now - not just a stylish thing.

So glad you are finding things that work.

Huggs to you and Zoey sends puppy kisses to both you and Pixie

[YorkieMom6]

Originally Posted by spiritwings1202

Thanks, I was feeling like an idiot! lol I am new to the Yorkie breed and so much to learn. Thank God for all the helpful people on YT
I would be lost. I want to do everything right so that she grows up healthy and happy and lives a long life

Awww Joyce,

You are definitely NO idiot. We do have alot to learn, both of us and many others but you have done nothing wrong... please do not beat yourself up. You actually are an EXCELLENT mommy paying so close attention and seeking advice when you need it!

Huggs

[YorkieMom6]

Originally Posted by YorkieMom6

I am glad to hear it is better. Okay, no one bash me - but I really do not think that just because a brand is sold by a particular dealer/retailer it is bad, I just think some ARE better than others and some react differently on our furbabies than others, just like us 'humans'. Also, if a furbaby has a particular issue or sensitivity, then we need to look at maybe special types to address the problem.

I am not discrediting myself but I just did find something regarding a difference in our pups and us.....

"All such shampoos should be pH-adjusted for dogs, which have the highest skin pH of any mammal (6.2 to 7.8), including humans (5.6). In addition, most good products contain essential fatty acids, which help provide nutrients to the skin"

Personally, I did not know this and just thought I would share.

[Elle]

Originally Posted by spiritwings1202

I bathe her about once a month bc it is winter and she gets so cold I am afraid of her getting sick. I didn't know that you should bathe them once a week. Is that what everyone else does? once a week? I guess I am new to this Yorkie stuff. Daisy goes to the groomers once a month and in between she gets a bath but as for Pixie I was afraid to make her sick bc she gets so cold.

As long as you keep your girls indoors after they are bathed no problem. This is why I asked if you blow dry. Assuming Daisy & Pixie are both yorkies, feel free to bath them if they are dirty. Due to the "rash" like concern I would refrain from fragrant products until you know what the cause may be. You have not said anything about cost being an issue, but it actually costs less to buy good pet products like I suggested. They're the best and also dirt cheap. If you can't find them, speak up & I'll post links. I will have time this week to figure out how to change my settings to enable a PM. I love helping newbies! People always helped me, they are still helping me.

Pixie sounds like lots of yorkies. Just do her last. You may heat her towel in the dryer, swaddle her in it for 10 minutes some prior to drying-no rubbing her coat though.

[spiritwings1202]

Originally Posted by Elle

As long as you keep your girls indoors after they are bathed no problem. This is why I asked if you blow dry. Assuming Daisy & Pixie are both yorkies, feel free to bath them if they are dirty. Due to the "rash" like concern I would refrain from fragrant products until you know what the cause may be. You have not said anything about cost being an issue, but it actually costs less to buy good pet products like I suggested. They're the best and also dirt cheap. If you can't find them, speak up & I'll post links. I will have time this week to figure out how to change my settings to enable a PM. I love helping newbies! People always helped me, they are still helping me.

Pixie sounds like lots of yorkies. Just do her last. You may heat her towel in the dryer, swaddle her in it for 10 minutes some prior to drying-no rubbing her coat though.

Thanks cost is not an issue when it comes to my fur babies Daisy is a jackrussell/poodle mix who has many minor health issues due to coming from a puppy mill, which I never knew about pet stores when my daughter bought her. Pixie is my first Yorkie and first dog that I ever got to decide on due to always letting the kids choose and now that they are grown (children) I chose my first Yorkie and she was a 30th wedding anniversary gift! Sorry about the details, I tend to get long winded sometimes.
Anyways I would love links for products.Thanks~Joyce

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by Elle

As long as you keep your girls indoors after they are bathed no problem. This is why I asked if you blow dry. Assuming Daisy & Pixie are both yorkies, feel free to bath them if they are dirty. Due to the "rash" like concern I would refrain from fragrant products until you know what the cause may be. You have not said anything about cost being an issue, but it actually costs less to buy good pet products like I suggested. They're the best and also dirt cheap. If you can't find them, speak up & I'll post links. I will have time this week to figure out how to change my settings to enable a PM. I love helping newbies! People always helped me, they are still helping me.

Pixie sounds like lots of yorkies. Just do her last. You may heat her towel in the dryer, swaddle her in it for 10 minutes some prior to drying-no rubbing her coat though.

i like the towel ind dryer idea that is great going to do that next bath time.

I agree i always go for unscented with my allergy dog very important

[JasmineNoelle]

Hey Joyce,
I know how you feel about finally getting to pick out the pet you want instead of for the kids. I know when I got Prissy and Jasmine I got to get what I wanted and I have to admit it was nice. I loved all the pets we have had in the past, but I had always yearned for these two little furbabies of mine. I hope your little one is doing better now and the red spots are going away. Have a Great day........Joyce

[spiritwings1202]

Originally Posted by JasmineNoelle

Hey Joyce,
I know how you feel about finally getting to pick out the pet you want instead of for the kids. I know when I got Prissy and Jasmine I got to get what I wanted and I have to admit it was nice. I loved all the pets we have had in the past, but I had always yearned for these two little furbabies of mine. I hope your little one is doing better now and the red spots are going away. Have a Great day........Joyce

Thanks!! I have wanted a Yorkie for a long time. We have always had dogs when the kids were growing up and like you I loved them all.
It is so special when you finally get the dog of your dreams!! It is like when you have your first born
I know I am a crazy dog lover lady! lol My 28 year old son tells me that all the time!

[andreag08]

I am using Italian Pet Spa - Italian Honey & Lavander ( by Prince Lorenzo Borghese) shampoo from the very first day Bear is brought home ( he is 5 months now).

It smells wonderfull for days after the bath and his hair is soft and shiny. Got it at PetsMart for about $10 for a 16.8 oz.

I am giving him bath once every 7-10 days.

[Elle]

Here is the link for the shampoo. Coat Handler 15-1 Shampoo- 16 ounce - eBay (item 370230256893 end time Feb-10-10 11:59:01 PST)

[YorkieMom6]

Originally Posted by dwerten

i like the towel ind dryer idea that is great going to do that next bath time.

I agree i always go for unscented with my allergy dog very important

I agree, we have been doing the dryer towel for a month or so and it really seems to work well... absorbs a decent amount of the water, she loves it and helps to cut down drying time.

[_Chrissy_]

Originally Posted by viviansnickers

We use Cloudstar Buddy Wash, Buddy Rinse, and Buddy Splash....it's a great products, soap-free, and smells amazing. About 8 bucks a bittle but you use to little so the bottle lasts a long time. Snickers has a beautiful coat and after he gets bathed, it looks even better!! I HIGHLY recommend this product!!! The Lavendar Mint scent is heavenly!!

Smiles-
Snick & Viv

EXACTLY what we use! Good products!