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| Best Shampoo/Conditioner | 11/24/2009 |
Q: I was planning to adopt a dog but wanted to get familiar with it first. I was wondering what the ...
A: it is really good you are looking into this stuff before you get a dog. The amount of product out ...
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| hi Elizabeth i have questions about dog grooming | 11/23/2009 |
Q: my first question im studying dog grooming and i was wondering if i could come up with techniques on ...
A: sorry Lauren, I hit the wrong button first time. As with any profession you must first master the ...
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| Pomeranian coat | 11/23/2009 |
Q: My Pomeranian shed her undercoat in Aug. /Sept. She has her guard hair,or top coat, but her ...
A: I have several Pom clients of all different textures and it takes a while for a pom coat to mature ...
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| About his coat | 11/22/2009 |
Q: I was just wondering how long it should take for a shelties coat to grow to full length. I have a ...
A: It usually takes between 18 months to 3 years for a fully mature coat to develop. Brushing and ...
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| Home Grooming Toy Poodle | 11/5/2009 |
Q: Since my dog acquired fleas from my groomer this past September (a true horror story lol), I have ...
A: Had a problem with fleas myself a few years ago- pressure washed the deck on my condo and woke up ...
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| grooming bichons | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I would like to know what kind of clippers and what kind of blades and where is the best place to ...
A: Have you ever thought of buying a video? Oster A-5 clippers have been the workhorse of the industry ...
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| Puppy Scared of Brush | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I just got an 11 week old puppy from the animal shelter two days ago. She is a lab/shepherd mix ...
A: you will need to get a softer brush and wait until the skin has healed. Start by using your hands ...
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| Cocker Spaniel Bald Spot | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I am the proud Mom of 3 Cockers. My eldest (Jazmyne) turned 13 in June, Marcella (16 months) and ...
A: you certainly have your hands full- grooming them yourself will be a huge cost benefit. I am not ...
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| A-5 Oster clippers | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I just bought a new clipper the A-5 golden and I can't get them to cut my dogs hair,and I tried ...
A: I have been using these clippers for 20 years and the only thing I can think of is a. the blade is ...
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| Nail Clipping | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I am Cindy, an owner of a 9weeks old Shih Tzu. Earlier today, i recieved a phone call from my ...
A: Your puppy should be just fine- you may want to dip those toes in hydrogen peroxide though to kill ...
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| tibetan terriers and clipping | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I have a tibetan terrier, whos hair was beautiful and really smooth. We put him into kennels while ...
A: try using A" Doggy Man " brand slicker. Sounds like the blades used to cut his hair were not that ...
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| tibetan terriers and clipping | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I have a tibetan terrier, whos hair was beautiful and really smooth. We put him into kennels while ...
A: Technically, I'm sure you are aware, he is not a terrier. That being said - you got what is known in ...
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| dog grooming | 9/28/2009 |
Q: i am learning to be a dog grooming and was wondering what make of clippers do you recommend? theres ...
A: Do you have a supplier that you can go and try them out? It is best to pick one up and feel it in ...
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| shedding | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I am wanting a female pomeranian. Only problem is I don't want a dog that sheds. I have been told ...
A: This is decidedly not true- All dogs shed- some more than others. Some continuously, some ...
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| lhasa poo matting and shaving | 9/18/2009 |
Q: In spite of daily brushing, our 11 month old lhasa poo was extremely matted. She had been trimmed ...
A: I had to get to the end of your letter to solve the mystery of the ever growing matts- and this is ...
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| tree sap and pine needles in paw pads | 9/13/2009 |
Q: My dog love to be outside under our pine tree to stalk squirrels. She has a small pine needle ...
A: OUCH ELAINE, This happens alot and of course it is poking the tender foot when she's walking - maybe ...
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| My new Scottie cross puppy | 9/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 6 week old Scorkie, who has the most beautiful coat on her, she is mainly black with ...
A: Wow! 6 weeks old is really very young- do you have the mother as well? 8 weeks is the norm to ...
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| Tear Stains | 9/6/2009 |
Q: I really do admire how beautiful white dogs are but I can't help but notice how vividly tear stains ...
A: Ahhhh Violet- If I had a nickel for every time I get asked this question... Would that it should be ...
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| Nail Clippers | 9/5/2009 |
Q: ElizaBeth, I have two golden retrievers and volunteer with a golden rescue. I've had goldens for ...
A: What a great story - I don't typically get questions from people with your level of experience- ...
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| bathing my pomeranian | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have 3 poms and they go outside alot in the summer. I have been told that you are to only bath ...
A: Sabrina, Who on earth told you such nonsense and why would you believe them? I find it hard to ...
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| Grooming clippers | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a Maltese, Bichon Shitzu and a Terrier cross. I bought a medium duty Oster clippers which I ...
A: Ginny, You have a hairy dog- forget all the titles. Reviews are only worth anything if you can use ...
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| bichon grooming | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 5 1/2 month old male Bichon. He is in the straggly stage of coat, between adult curl and ...
A: This is nonsense. I have done and seen hundreds of this breed of dog. If you have a bichon it has a ...
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| dog grooming | 8/26/2009 |
Q: Is there a book that can tell you what type of blade, tools to use for a specific cut? Meaning, if ...
A: There are hundreds of books, videos and websites from breed clubs that tell you this. Videos are ...
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| Wire Fox Terrier | 8/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 6 month old Wire Fox Terrier...I have been having problems stripping her ears...I wanted to ...
A: LuAnn, I am impressed that you are doing this yourself without having anyone work with you. First I ...
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| Yorkshire Terrier grooming | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 3 pound Yorkshire terrier and want to begin grooming and trimming her hair myself. I do not ...
A: Sherry, Why clip it if you can maintain it as is. You'll ruin the drape and weight of the coat if ...
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| dog aggression | 8/23/2009 |
Q: when i try to pick him up he growls i cant even groom him....he is a maltese x shitzu. its almost ...
A: This is a grooming forum Debbie. You need a behaviorist. I strongly suggest you have him neutered- ...
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| Puppy Standard Poodle | 8/17/2009 |
Q: We need some advice regarding clipping our poodles coat. He is 11 mths old and we have been managing ...
A: Well Paul- my best advice from viewing that picture is to make the haircut shorter- MUCH shorter if ...
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| grooming | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 3 1/2 lb toy poodle. is she supposed to be muzzled while the groomer grooms her? and is ...
A: you have a little Napoleon. The smaller they are the bigger the noise. She is still trying to assert ...
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| grooming | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 3 1/2 lb toy poodle. is she supposed to be muzzled while the groomer grooms her? and is ...
A: Why is she being muzzled? Did she bite the groomer? How old is your dog? How long has this person ...
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| airdale | 8/10/2009 |
Q: i have a six month old airdale iwould like to get groomed properly any suggestions would help
A: So Al! when you say properly groomed does that mean you want to have it stripped? Or that you just ...
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| Rough hair around neck of long haired dachshund | 8/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 5 year old red brindle long haired dachshund. He started developing rough hair and cow ...
A: You have the right idea about stripping out that bushy section and while thinning shears can finish ...
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| Yorkie Coat | 7/30/2009 |
Q: Hope I am asking this in the right place.I recently adopted 2 yorkies. One is 13 weeks the other is ...
A: Oh dear - what can I say. There are so many different kinds of yorkies - they are really tough to ...
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| golden retreiver, thick under coat | 7/17/2009 |
Q: i have just got a golden retreiver. he spends alot of the time in the sea, loves his beach walks. ...
A: this is my golden retriever weekend- I just answered another question about the same issue so you ...
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| golden retriever | 7/16/2009 |
Q: We live where it gets very hot & humid & in the past I have had our Golden Retriever shaved to ...
A: read the previous answer to question before yours. I am not a fan of shaving retrievers - nature ...
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| golden retreiver, thick under coat | 7/16/2009 |
Q: i have just got a golden retreiver. he spends alot of the time in the sea, loves his beach walks. ...
A: I gasped when I read this! A 15 bade is for scalping? Bald! Total skin exposure- so NO, do not shave ...
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| Grooming of a 16 yr old maltese | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 16 yr old Maltese going on 17, and also a 10 yr old shi tzu. I have been grooming them ...
A: Eva, Better to do it now while the weather is warm. I would have it done at a vets so they can ...
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| dog grooming | 7/14/2009 |
Q: Ok my pikangese has been to the groomers maybe 3 or 4 times in the past 2 years and after each visit ...
A: Known as razor burn... Your groomer has cut Scooter too short- maybe even with a hot blade and ...
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| labs legs | 7/13/2009 |
Q: When you shave a lab do you do the legs also if so what is the best way to do that? Thank you
A: Do you REALLY need to shave this dog??? A good shedding and and a bath are all nature intended. Some ...
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| Poodle/Shih Tzu mixed hair type? | 7/12/2009 |
Q: I have a new Shi-Poo puppy, 4 months old. When I bought him he was a fur ball with two brown spots ...
A: Did you have your new pup examined by a vet when you brought him home? You should have had him ...
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| Trimming my chow's nails | 7/12/2009 |
Q: My chow has dark nailbeds, making it difficult to tell where the "quick" is. Is there a general rule ...
A: Tina, This is the age old question - how to trim my dogs nails if I can't see the quick? General ...
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| Chinese Crested Powderpuff | 7/10/2009 |
Q: I would like to try clippers and I was wondering if you could advise me which clippers would cut his ...
A: Powderpuffs can be groomed in a puppy-cut like maltese, shitzu or coated breeds that have continuos ...
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| Grooming my Aussie | 7/9/2009 |
Q: what is the easiest way to groom the mats out of my Aussie?I read not to cut their hair. However he ...
A: Amy, slide a metal comb under the matt to protect the skin and cut the matt out if you must. ...
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| thickening the coat of a yellow lab | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I am showing my yellow lab in competition, but his coat is summer thin and the other dogs seem to be ...
A: Sorry Deborah, but there's not much to do. You didn't say how old the dog is- it may be that he ...
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| wool coat Australian Labradoodle | 7/2/2009 |
Q: Luigi has a true wool coat, much like sheep's wool, or, as I like to say Ugg boots. It is nearly ...
A: I am glad you came back with a clearer picture for me of your involvement with this breed. Yes we ...
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| wool coat Australian Labradoodle | 7/1/2009 |
Q: Luigi has a true wool coat, much like sheep's wool, or, as I like to say Ugg boots. It is nearly ...
A: This is not a breed that was bred for any reason other than to try and meld the nonallergenic ...
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| 5 month old long haired dachshund | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 5 month old long haired english cream dachshund. He's beautiful and I bathe him on a very ...
A: Bailey is certainly an unusual color for a dachshund- I have never seen one that color! Well beside ...
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| Grooming | 6/30/2009 |
Q: Which should I do first clip my dog hair first then shampoo? My dog is not a pure bred but he looks ...
A: This is a good question Sandra. You want to do the comb out and a rough clip before the bath- that ...
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| Shaving miniature poodle getting bald spot | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I have just recented let a groomer shaved my 1 year old minuature poodle as well. According to the ...
A: it should not be necessary to oil the dogs coat. As I said work from the inside out. Add the olive ...
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| Shaving miniature poodle getting bald spot | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I have just recented let a groomer shaved my 1 year old minuature poodle as well. According to the ...
A: Alicia, It takes about 18 months for the adult coat to come in but if you shave the dog as a pup it ...
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| Sheltie with haircut too short | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 10 year old sheltie I recently rescued. I took him to a groomer for a trim before a trip to ...
A: Oh darn, how disappointing! Best thing you can do is make sure he has a diet rich in fatty acids - ...
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| buying dog clippers | 6/27/2009 |
Q: i am about to purchase some dog grooming clippers. My dog is a mixed breed with a very thick, ...
A: the stronger motor will work better for a heavy coat but they tend to run hot after a about 15-20 ...
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| buying dog clippers | 6/27/2009 |
Q: i am about to purchase some dog grooming clippers. My dog is a mixed breed with a very thick, ...
A: It is more likely you will do better with a high speed for a thick coat. If you are looking just to ...
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| bald spots after shaving a dog | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I have been grooming for 5 years. In that time 3 dogs, after being shaved, grew fur back with bald ...
A: This seems to happen to dogs who are not meant to have the coats shaved down. Mostly herding and ...
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| using clippers on Yorki | 6/20/2009 |
Q: I have a two year old yorki, and new clippers. Going with the grain of growth, the clippers just ...
A: You didn't say what kid of clipper or # blade you are using. Or how long you want your dogs hair. If ...
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| Giant Schnauzers | 6/19/2009 |
Q: South Africa. To be brief I own and run a largish kennels and have groomed dogs and taught 'pet' ...
A: Greetings back to you! I love the Giants and had a client for many years who had Giants. ...
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| Australian Shepherd | 6/18/2009 |
Q: Our Australian Shepherd (1 yr old and 60 pounds) is a house dog and sheds like CRAZY... Is it safe ...
A: Terrie, I am sorry but I don't ever feel comfortable recommending that option- even tho it is one. ...
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| smelly dog | 6/6/2009 |
Q: I have a 16 yr old Sharpai, I bathe her 1 time a week. Two days after bathing her she smells awfull. ...
A: Well Yvonne, there is not much you can do about the problem at this late stage. It most likely has ...
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| buttercut shears | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have recently asked you a question about grooming my bichon. I was trying to find the geibs ...
A: http://www.cherrybrook.com/index.cfm/a/catalog.prodshow/vid/405419/catid/202/vname/Andis_AGC_Clipper ...
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| clipping | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I have a standard poodle and I am trying to find out a good brand of clippers. I have bought some ...
A: Well you get what you ay for and clippers are important for your breed. There are no bargains - you ...
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| Bichon Frise grooming | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I have a Bichon Frise and i want to know which clippers would work best for my bichon and which ...
A: What a lovely name! Bichon Frise are sweet little dogs and can get out of hand quickly if you don't ...
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| best clipper | 5/6/2009 |
Q: we own a Norweigan Elkhound. Four years old. As you know we need a REAL good clipper. Can't take him ...
A: Dennis, there is no way I would recommend your using a clipper of any kind on your elkhound. I do ...
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| toy poodle grooming | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I recently adopted a toy poodle and would like to do the grooming myself. Could you give me an ...
A: Best advice I can give you is to get a video. Jodi Murphy is quite well known and easily accessible. ...
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| paw trimming | 4/26/2009 |
Q: which dvd do you recommend how to shave paws like groomer does it-detailed version- and equipment i ...
A: Well Shell, There are dozens of DVD's out there to choose from. Contact a poodle breed club. ...
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| terrier mix trim | 4/25/2009 |
Q: We recently adopted a terrier mix from the shelter and he is getting more uncomfortable as the ...
A: I'm sure the terrier in him will give you many laughs. As far as his coat goes if you clipper it, ...
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| maltipoo | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 7 month old maltipoo, so i was told it was one. I paid 500.00 for her. I don't think they ...
A: You paid alot of money for what is essentially a mixed breed. Who knows what got in the hen house? ...
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| yorkie grooming | 4/23/2009 |
Q: How is the cut (called the potty trail) suppose to look for a yorkshire terrier to keep "doodle" ...
A: there is no such named pattern. Just keep the hair short around the area. Better yet, feed your dog ...
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| Tear Stains on Bichon | 4/20/2009 |
Q: We have a 13-week old Bichon female, and she is getting the tear stains under her eyes. I have ...
A: Unfortunately this is not uncommon. You were lucky with you first dog. It is a chemical reaction of ...
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| Grooming Chihuahua (Long coat) | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I purchased two Chihuahua long coat from a reputable breeder. Their names are Queen (Black with ...
A: Well George, you've taken the plunge into the nether-world of dog show politics. Dogs that get ...
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| grooming | 4/19/2009 |
Q: I am due to collect a border terrier puppy in a few weeks and would like to know what to do to keep ...
A: Congratulations on your new pup. Borders are delightful terriers! Their coats are very easy to ...
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| over zealous groomer | 4/11/2009 |
Q: I took my 5 1/2 month old yorkie pom to get groomed for the first time today. I wanted his hair to ...
A: Roseanna what makes you think this hair won't grow back? It ALWAYS grows back and I would be ...
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| pom shedding | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I have a male pom that just turned 2 in march. Around his 2nd birthday he started shedding terribly ...
A: Yes they have a lot of fluff but unless you are really sure what's going on you should probably go ...
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| pom shedding | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I have a male pom that just turned 2 in march. Around his 2nd birthday he started shedding terribly ...
A: Yes they do blow coats and this is the time of year- bit early but you don't give your geographic ...
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| shelties haircut | 4/4/2009 |
Q: we had our shelties hair cut today, not shaved, but short. Will the hair grow back or not. should ...
A: Jane, Shelties should never have their hair cut - IN MY OPINION. All that needs to be done is ...
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| giant schnauzer whiskers | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I recently rescued a giant schnauzer and his whiskers had all been cut off. Will they grown out ...
A: Carol that's a big dog to have rescued! Good for you! Sure they will grow back- must have been a ...
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| poodle grooming | 3/31/2009 |
Q: We have two small poodles and the grooming bills were hurting us. I bought a Comair clippers from ...
A: I feel bad for you wasting your money like this. So many of these products are crappy and you get ...
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| Nail Issue | 3/30/2009 |
Q: My 5 year old lab mix does not allow us to use clippers on our nails. She runs to us and jumps on ...
A: Well this happens- who can say why sometimes. This becomes a vet issue because everyones safety is ...
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| Clippers - Not cutting with Combs? | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I decided to try grooming my dogs at home (I have watched her many times). I have 2 rescue Maltese ...
A: Gotta tell you that brand is not what I would have recommended- it is just a wannabe. You won't see ...
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| New Griff Puppy | 3/28/2009 |
Q: My new Brussels Griffon will be coming home with me next week. I have only been able to find two ...
A: Hard to say on this because there are so many different kinds of BG. Have you seen both parents? ...
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| New Griff Puppy | 3/27/2009 |
Q: My new Brussels Griffon will be coming home with me next week. I have only been able to find two ...
A: Boy do I envy you! You are about to find the love of your life in this pup! They are just about my ...
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| Dog Clippers | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I know they sell clippers made especially for dogs. Is there really a difference between those and ...
A: oops forgot the blade sizes are different- same thing only different. I don't know the human ...
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| Dog Clippers | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I know they sell clippers made especially for dogs. Is there really a difference between those and ...
A: Hey Jeff, as long as you are game- there is really no dif! My husband uses my spare pair to trim his ...
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| grooming a scottie | 3/23/2009 |
Q: I have just aquired a 12 week old scottie pup due to a change in family circumstances and I know ...
A: start her right away- look into the Scottie Clubs for proper grooming. The sooner you get her ...
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| dog nails | 3/18/2009 |
Q: is it ok if i use cat nail clippers for my dog? the nail clippers are the scissor ones. I don't have ...
A: If they are strong enough to cut clean through without damaging the nail I don't see why not- it may ...
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| yorkie shaved | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I went out of town for about a month and i left my 7month old yorkie with family. When i returned ...
A: Hey Trish, well good news, bad news, good news is it will grow back, it ALWAYS grows back and better ...
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| Trimming facial hair | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I have a grooming question for my Maltipoo. I want to trim his tear stained hairs that are ...
A: talk nice, give treats, and have a steady hand. Use blunt end scissors or thinning shears. If he ...
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| Do I get attachments or different clipper | 3/11/2009 |
Q: Hope not to sound to dumb with my questions but I`m at my wits end trying to cut our Labs fur, ...
A: Not sure if changing the equipment is going to help your situation- it's all about practice. If ...
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| grooming a 4 yo adopted shih tzu | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I am very upset. I work in an emergency room and Rocky's mom was demented and I adopted him. He is ...
A: These are high maintenance dogs so try to find a groomer you can work with, maybe someone mobile. ...
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| Yorkie grooming | 3/6/2009 |
Q: I know there are many ways to have a Yorkshire Terrier groomed. My female is in the early stages of ...
A: If you have a clipper then it is much easier than scissoring. You can purchase a snap on comb from ...
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| Oster A5 turbo clipper b;ades | 3/5/2009 |
Q: Which blade would be best on legs of Fox Wirehair Terrier?
A: Well it depends on what you are trying to acheive, the tight stove pipe or the fluffy Steif plush. ...
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| Pomeranian Outer Coat | 3/5/2009 |
Q: I have a female Pom who turned one on Jan 1st. Her color category is Blue, but she looks brown to ...
A: since you brought it up - yes this color Pom is a recessive gene and who knows the can of beans you ...
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| Pomeranian Outer Coat | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I have a female Pom who turned one on Jan 1st. Her color category is Blue, but she looks brown to ...
A: What an adorable puppy, and yes, she is still for all intents and purposes still a puppy. Dogs don't ...
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| Nails on dog too sharp | 3/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 7 month old male terrier mix puppy. He is neutered and current on all vet care. I groom him ...
A: OK, so I told you about the rubber curry- that is the tool you will need to help shed out your mixed ...
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| Nails on dog too sharp | 3/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 7 month old male terrier mix puppy. He is neutered and current on all vet care. I groom him ...
A: Go Rachel, I love to talk to confident, involved pet owners- I can tell you feel so good about your ...
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| switching groomers | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I need some advice on whether I should switch my groomer. I have a 1 yr old mini goldendoodle. ...
A: I think you can switch without any trauma if she is an outgoing, sociable dog. Just make sure you ...
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| switching groomers | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I need some advice on whether I should switch my groomer. I have a 1 yr old mini goldendoodle. ...
A: yours is a very legitimate question and well thought out. I have mixed feelings as to whether you ...
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| Mats on my Newfoundland | 2/28/2009 |
Q: What is the best way to groom my Newfoundland's matted coat?
A: well there are no magic bullets for this- It's called elbow grease. If the matts are too far gone, ...
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| Must I really bathe him every 2 wks? | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 8mth old mix-breed of Poodle & Lhasa Apso, A Lhasa-poo as they are most commonly referred ...
A: I admire your wanting to take care of your puppy yourself. I have clients who bathe their dogs every ...
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| Dog grooming school | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have found a groomer who teaches on a one-on-one basis, with much of the book/curriculum work done ...
A: gooooooooood question! First there is no such thing as licensing when it comes to groomers. A ...
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| dog nails | 2/27/2009 |
Q: My German shepherd is two years well trained (by me) and he will let me cut his nails BUT my dad ...
A: A bit overkill don't you think? Like hammering a nail with an anvil. There are plenty of good nail ...
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| English Springer Spaniel | 2/26/2009 |
Q: I am new to the whole dog thing as I grew up with and still live with cats. I am bringing a 10 ...
A: Noralee- you are the angel this dog has been waiting for- thank you for adopting him. Metal comb ...
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| dog nails | 2/23/2009 |
Q: Hey, I have a quick question, I heard that you can view the dog kwik from under the nail...My dog ...
A: Have it done professionally and have them show you. It is a bloody mess if you miss. And you can ...
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| Wire Fox Terrier | 2/23/2009 |
Q: I have recently purchased a Wire Fox Terrier. I did not see any pricing info. (even a ballpark ...
A: The most natural way for the Wire Fox coat to be maintained is by hand stripping. The color, texture ...
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| Yorkies haircut | 2/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 4 month old male yorkie, when I bought him he was so cute black and tan smaller breed of ...
A: All Yorkies are black and tan when born- few stay that way. Adult hair grows in gold or silver. It ...
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| Oily Maltese Hair | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have three Maltese. The hair of just one of them gets a very "greasy" look to it within 5-6 days ...
A: I commend you on being such a good dog mom by keeping up between professional visits! Welcome to a ...
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| Clogging clippers, dog grooming | 2/13/2009 |
Q: My clippers #30 blade with comb attachment has been getting clogged on ShihTzu hair right after the ...
A: Mary, there is a saying that when it comes to hardware and things don't work, men blame the ...
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| tipping | 2/11/2009 |
Q: What is a customary percentage tip to a dog groomer?
A: please look at Gwen's question and answer- 15-20% is considered fair for all service industries. If ...
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| Muddy Paws | 2/11/2009 |
Q: My mom's two dogs (chow/shepherd and australian/german shepherd) both usually end up in the tub ...
A: It is customary for a groomer to routinely trim the hair between the pads of the paw. We normally ...
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| Brushing/Stains | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 2 year old poodle mix (possibly bichon/poodle?) who has very fine hair that mats easily. ...
A: Have you spoken to your groomer about this? Maybe you need to try another one if they don't want to ...
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| Brushing/Stains | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 2 year old poodle mix (possibly bichon/poodle?) who has very fine hair that mats easily. ...
A: There is no question that if you are only having Zoey groomed that often then you can be sure the ...
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| English Bull Terrier | 2/9/2009 |
Q: i have a white english bull terrier who is 9months old, that has got urine stains on his back legs ...
A: use a wire floor that keeps him out of his urine. Keep the crate clean. don't leave water in the ...
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| Pomeranian Coat | 2/8/2009 |
Q: My Pomeranian, Ella, was soft and puffy when she was a puppy. At the end of summer, she went through ...
A: Funny you should ask that question today because tomorrow I am going to see the only Pomeranian I ...
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| Dog bathing | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I just heard that dogs SHOULDN'T be bathed at all, that they can take care of themselves just fine, ...
A: awww come Brent! Your friend is in denial. Some dogs smell more than others but they ALL have a ...
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| Nail Grooming | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I have a cute little Chi name Sky,He hates getting his nails cut.I tried doing it myself to save ...
A: It really isn't all that difficult with most dogs but occasionally you get a lulu. Try using a ...
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| Cost of Grooming | 2/3/2009 |
Q: What is a reasonable rate to groom a standard poodle. We bring them in every 6-7 weeks. Base rate ...
A: Ok, get a cup of coffee and relax- this is a long one- first let me tell ya, location, location, ...
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| sharpening blades | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I'm a groomer and I've always had my blades professional sharpened. Have you ever sharpened your ...
A: A dozen answers come to mind.... No I haven't sharpened my own, yes I think about doing it all the ...
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| Grooming our difficult dog at home | 1/31/2009 |
Q: We have a very sweet 30 lb. 9year old long hair dog who refuses to ride in a vehicle. He bites at ...
A: After 9 years me thinks the damage was done long ago... and most likely because you waited toooooooo ...
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| Feeding a Bischon | 1/30/2009 |
Q: I read your information about the wool/fur in cross mix dogs. We have recently bought an adorable 8 ...
A: g'day mate! Technically this is not a grooming problem, although you are what you eat - so they say ...
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| dog bath | 1/26/2009 |
Q: We have a 7 week old mixed shitzu (75%) and chihuaha (25%). How soon can we bath him and with what ...
A: Bathing and grooming are 2 different things. A bath at home can be done anytime- at a salon not ...
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| declawing dogs | 1/25/2009 |
Q: My German Shepard mix, who is now 9, stays indoors most of the time these days. I also have a three ...
A: Well this is actually a training problem. It would be really un-natural to declaw this dog at all ...
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| tibetan terrier grooming | 1/23/2009 |
Q: i was wondering when i should get a tibetan terrier trimmed in the groomers for the first ...
A: The deal with these coats are if they are cut back they lose the weight that pulls them down and ...
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| tibetan terrier grooming | 1/22/2009 |
Q: i was wondering when i should get a tibetan terrier trimmed in the groomers for the first ...
A: NOW NOW NOW!!!!!!! I am sure you heard by now that Tibetan terriers are not actually terriers. The ...
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| dog grooming | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I need some advice or some techniques to grooming my Brendle Boxer can you help me? ANSWER: What ...
A: Low maintenance means that. Where you live kind of dictates the bathing situation. City? Country? ...
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| dog grooming | 1/19/2009 |
Q: I need some advice or some techniques to grooming my Brendle Boxer can you help me?
A: What exactly are you looking for? This is a short haired dog that is considered low maintenance so ...
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| Question about pups | 1/17/2009 |
Q: You are going to need a coffee or tea for this e-mail. I have a few questions about German Shepherd ...
A: This is not a grooming question. I can tell you this- there is no way to say for sure what the ...
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| Tastful Feet | 1/15/2009 |
Q: I have a female black lab that is 3 years old an is fixed so she cant whelp. she licks her feet all ...
A: there are several reasons for foot licking. Dogs have sweat gland in their feet and may be harboring ...
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| Yorkie hair | 1/11/2009 |
Q: Is the hair of a Yorkie soft or wiry?
A: Depending on the dog, it can be soft, porous and cottony- especially if you clipper the hair in the ...
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| 3.5 mth old terrified of grooming | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I received a 3 month Tibeten Terrier for xmas. He is great however, he HATES GROOMING. I have taken ...
A: You have a problem. These dogs HAVE to be groomed and OFTEN. Find the kindest gentlest, FIRMEST ...
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| Chihuahua Grooming Clippers | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I have a small Chihuahua (about 3 pounds). What is a well priced and effective set of clippers to ...
A: While I really believe in learning how to maintain your own dog this story scares the heck out of ...
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| bathers and groomers | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I own a shop and I do not groom it was never my intent to run the shop I have another full time ...
A: I never owned a shop for just these reasons- I have done residential work for 20 years. Grooming is ...
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| hair in ears | 1/5/2009 |
Q: do i have to pull the hair out of my morkies ears?
A: sure, if it has any. Don't make a big deal out of it but if there is so much that it clogs the ears ...
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| What age is ok to groom a dog | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I just got a 7 to 8 week old puppy. I got her from a place that had a ton of animals and she smells ...
A: first- you should not have been given a 7 week old puppy so I hope you are mistaken. I would check ...
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| poodle hair and grooming | 1/4/2009 |
Q: my 1 year old white poodle has soft, soft, soft, fluffy, curly fur which is prone to mats any and ...
A: you may want to have them clip her shorter so that she does not have so much hair- easier for ...
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| Welsh Terrier groom | 1/3/2009 |
Q: I'm going to groom a Welsh Terrier tomorrow, and I keep reading conflicting info on the head (she'll ...
A: There is no conflict in regards to the correct pattern- if you look at a show dog you will see that ...
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| Help please | 1/2/2009 |
Q: Hey my mom is a groomer and shes opening up another pet shop and they won't let us open it unless we ...
A: You say pet shop but that can mean many things- a groomer who does all breed grooming is a service ...
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| nails | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I have a large breed puppy. If her nails are too long can it bother her to stand or walk?
A: In short- yes. Eventually if walked on hard surfaces she should wear them down but it's best to ...
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| itchy skin | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I have a black lab that constantly scratches and it is terribily annoying not to mention has to be ...
A: If bathing is not the issue than you should consider diet. Inexpensive foods are loaded with fillers ...
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| Tick transmission from grooming | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I own mobile grooming vans. We have a customer who claims that her dog was severely infested with ...
A: This sounds preposterous. You did not say where she lives nor did you see the premises. You did say ...
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| cutting cockapoos hair | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I am looking to start cutting my cockapoos hair instead of having to bring her to the groomer... do ...
A: get a book or a video. Plenty available online and in catalogues. Depends on how short you want the ...
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| how to groom my dog | 12/25/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me how to groom my big fat,stinky,old,knotty haired, dog! First i ...
A: Not sure who you are asking this question of because Liz is not my name. I very strongly recommend ...
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| severe matting | 12/24/2008 |
Q: We found an abandoned chow chow. She is very sweet but very severely matted. Giant mats, larger ...
A: You are correct- you need to do it in order to evaluate the true condition of the dogs skin ...
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| dog grooming | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I OWN A SHETLAND SHEEPDOG (SHELTIE), IS IT ADVISABLE TO SHORTEN THE LENGHT OF THE DOGS' HAIR OVER ...
A: It ruins the coat if you shave it by stunting the growth of the hard guard hair. If you dog is ...
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| matted hair | 12/21/2008 |
Q: Small clumps of dried fecal matter are firmly attatched to the areas light hair. Besides water, Is ...
A: A sponge soaked in warm water- slide the teeth of a metal comb under the matt to lift away from the ...
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| Dog Grooming | 12/12/2008 |
Q: I've heard that it's best to remove hair and clean a dogs ear before bathing them, is there any ...
A: Pretty much the reason but if you are using a flush or cream or internal cleaner that will cause ...
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| Trimming my lab's nails | 12/10/2008 |
Q: Bogie is a 10-year-old lab mix,currently taking Metacam for arthritis & PNB for seizures. I've been ...
A: I have switched over to using a Dremal for dogs who have developed the habit you are describing. ...
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| standard poodle grooming | 12/10/2008 |
Q: we live in Sitka, Alaska where it's wet and cool. I've been grooming our 3 yr old black standard ...
A: You are so right about keeping him one length all over for your life style. Laube, Andis, and Oster ...
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| Australian Shepherd Fur Type | 12/9/2008 |
Q: You might not be the right person to ask this, but since you know about dog grooming, you might have ...
A: I can only tell you what I know about dog hair generally and that is each dog is individual in it's ...
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| grooming for welsh terrier | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I will be adding a Welsh Terrier to our family and would like to know if you can recommend a groomer ...
A: I don't know if you are planning to hand strip this pup or just have it clippered. I don't recommend ...
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| Cavoodle Puppy Hair Cut | 12/8/2008 |
Q: I took my 15 week old Cavoodle (cavalier x poodle) to the groomers for a pre christmas wash and ...
A: funny- my mum is from Oz-so that explains everything.. Where are you? Go to my website ...
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| Cavoodle Puppy Hair Cut | 12/8/2008 |
Q: I took my 15 week old Cavoodle (cavalier x poodle) to the groomers for a pre christmas wash and ...
A: OK-the good news is it will grow back- 8 weeks it will start to look a bit fluffy. #4 is not as ...
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| Pug | 12/6/2008 |
Q: I just aquired a Pug. He is a great dog but stinks. His texture on his fur in oily and smelly. He ...
A: you don't say how old this dog is, nor do I know what his diet is. These are often reasons for the ...
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| dog bites when groomed | 12/5/2008 |
Q: My 3 year old Bischon used to let my son and I groom him with ease. Now he starts shaking when he ...
A: First off, your son should not be holding him. If you can't control him he thinks he is in charge. ...
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| Winter Bath for large dog | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I have a Newfoundland(175 lbs). He is difficult to handle. Is there a 'dry' method of bathing him? ...
A: Best bet is to consult the vet- some vets have groomers attached to their practice. Be prepared to ...
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| dog bites when groomed | 12/4/2008 |
Q: My 3 year old Bischon used to let my son and I groom him with ease. Now he starts shaking when he ...
A: Do you tell him he's a good boy and everything will be all right when he acts like that? Don't ...
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| dog fur | 11/24/2008 |
Q: My dog has longfur .Its weird fur it looks easy but when you go to use any type of brush the fur ...
A: If you can't get a brush through your dogs coat it is matted and needs to be shaved down. Take it to ...
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| beagle with oil skin | 11/22/2008 |
Q: Nellie, my beagle of about 10 years old has very oily skin. She is eating her vet. recommended ...
A: Palmolive Dish detergent is the recommended soap of choice for greasy oily dogs. It is used on a lot ...
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| eye drops | 11/21/2008 |
Q: my new lhasapoo has some tearing in his eyes which leave the dreaded stain. Are there any safe and ...
A: Here's the deal- it's a chemical/Ph reaction that is from the atmosphere when the bodily fluids hit ...
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| Grooming my Great Pyrenee | 11/21/2008 |
Q: I have purchased several brushes and combs, but each time I attempt to groom my Pyr I feel ...
A: I totally understand your quandary because you have one big girl there. Frankly there are no silver ...
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| skin irritation | 11/19/2008 |
Q: My dog wiz is 10 years old, he has really bad flaky skin. Its gotten really bad after using fleas ...
A: Why are you using something that is obviously toxic to your poor old fella? It is a reaction, ...
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| dog grooming | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I had my 12 year old poodle/shitzu groomed yesterday. When I got her home I discovered that both of ...
A: Sounds perfectly awful frankly and I certainly would have made a stink- at the very least about the ...
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| dog grooming | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I had my 12 year old poodle/shitzu groomed yesterday. When I got her home I discovered that both of ...
A: oh dear... what can I say- it happens. There's 2 sides to every story. I can give you both. When was ...
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| my dachsunds skin | 11/15/2008 |
Q: hi my 6 year old doxie has dry skin the vet diagnosed her with fleas however i was wodnierng if ...
A: I am so glad she has you! Did you treat the flea infestation? You may want to ask the vet for a ...
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| Poodle Show Grroming | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have been grooming my pack of poodles since 1986 but they are pets. I am getting two show dogs a ...
A: Well if you are looking to do show cuts you better learn how to dry a curly coat. The single most ...
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| Poodle Show Grroming | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I have been grooming my pack of poodles since 1986 but they are pets. I am getting two show dogs a ...
A: Since you are already on the road to professional sounds like to me, have a look at this website ...
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| Labradoodle grooming | 11/13/2008 |
Q: My 16 week old Aus.Labradoodle had some matting in his coat. my vet recommended that we have the ...
A: Well if you think it's bad now just wait... this Designer breed is the bane of many groomers ...
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| dog's "whiskers" | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I have a terrier mix with the whiskers (beard?) when she eats or chews on a bone she gets yuck in ...
A: My favorite thing to clean a stinky muzzle is a waterless shampoo such as Self Rinse, by Proline ...
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| Grooming my Schnauzer/Bichon/Maltese cross puppy | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 month old 50% Schnauzer and 50% Bichon/Maltese cross puppy. Winter is just started and ...
A: The classic "puppy cut" for your cutie patootie! That is a one length hair cut all over. Your ...
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| Poodle ear hair | 11/12/2008 |
Q: How do I care for the hair in her ears w/o causing too much discomfort? Thank you,
A: Use ear POWDER to get a good grip on the hair inside the ear canal and pull out small amounts at a ...
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| dog odor | 11/11/2008 |
Q: no matter what i use my new dog still stinks she was a stray that showed up at work so i have no ...
A: You did not say if you have had this dog examined by a proper Vet yet/ If not do so right away- ...
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| ticks | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I recently adopted a black terrier from a shelter, I found about 3 ticks on her. I already applied ...
A: You should go over the dog with a flea comb and see if there are more there. The Advantix does not ...
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| special need grooming | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I have an older cocker spaniel. She has had a chronic skin problem, and is very sensitive to touch. ...
A: First off let me say I am sorry that you are experiencing this problem but yes when things get too ...
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| Hairless Chinese Crested Grooming | 11/2/2008 |
Q: We have a 3 year old hairless CC male. We have been shaving his face since he was a puppy with ...
A: It's not the speed but the sharpness of the blade. A 15 blade should suffice. The higher the number, ...
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| grooming puppy's face | 11/2/2008 |
Q: my 3 month standard poodle is ok with the clippers on his body but jumps around so I can't trim his ...
A: This is not unusual but it takes time practice and patience. Let the puppy get used to the noise and ...
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| Hairless Chinese Crested Grooming | 11/2/2008 |
Q: We have a 3 year old hairless CC male. We have been shaving his face since he was a puppy with ...
A: This is a sensitive area on any dog so it is more than important you get a good quality clipper and ...
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| grooming my yorkie | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 month yorkie, is it true that she should not have a hair cut until she is a year old. ...
A: If you are going to show your dog on the AKC Circuit this is considered the proper way to start off ...
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| Beagle Fur | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I've a beagle of one year and three months old, and he's having this huge fur problem, that's making ...
A: If you think this shedding is related to the original problem, then this is not a grooming problem ...
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| Puppy Ear Cleaning | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 10 weeks old Shih Tzu. When I bought her home 2 weeks ago, she had a slight ear infection. ...
A: They are squiggly little things, right? Unfortunately you have to get that stuff in there so you ...
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| Lice | 10/16/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if dogs can carry body lice. If so, how big are body lice? are they too small to see ...
A: Dogs apparently have a different species of lice and can transmit to other dogs but different than ...
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| grooming my pekingnese | 10/16/2008 |
Q: I have a very tempermental 4 yo pekingnese named Dinki, I so wish I could take my clippers to trim ...
A: You should take her to a professional to avoid more problems and then once you have the matts under ...
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