Tikaani&Aiyana Posted October 11, 2010 Report Share Posted October 11, 2010 Poor boy Hope the meeting goes well, let us know what happens xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austinville Posted October 11, 2010 Report Share Posted October 11, 2010 Can't add to what you've already been told, but had to say he's adorable and kudos for taking him on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kroush Posted October 12, 2010 Report Share Posted October 12, 2010 Hope the poor boy doesn't get too scorched by that Florida sun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs_aggie Posted October 12, 2010 Report Share Posted October 12, 2010 Hope all goes well on Friday x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosemary Posted October 12, 2010 Report Share Posted October 12, 2010 How exciting for you. He is lovely and is going to be gorgeous once his coat grows back. I add Omega 3 or flax seed oil, and apple cider vinegar to my huskies food and their coats are amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocspirit Posted October 12, 2010 Report Share Posted October 12, 2010 I meant to add that if his coat feels greasy or grimey use a degreaser shampoo (what we use at work as our "secret weapon" is F & T by Les Pooch, our runner-up degreaser to that is Premier by Bark 2 Basics). Do a second shampoo using a much more mild shampoo to help get any residual dirt and really make sure all the degreaser shampoo gets out (that is very harsh on coat and skin if not thoroughly rinsed out). If his skin looks irritated or dry from lack of protection with his missing coat consider using an Oatmeal-based shampoo as your second shampoo. If the hair itself was rather dry/crispy even though it was greasey (or even if it wasnt greasey at all but is still dry) make sure to use a conditioner to help repair the coat! Make sure to follow the conditioner instructions, some are meant to be leave-ins others should be rinsed out. If the coat was indeed greasey do not use a leave-in conditioner! Or rather you can but still rinse out after applying (just let it sit for about 10 mins before rinsing out so some can soak in). At the end of the bath after toweling but before the high velocity spray something similar to Ice on Ice by Chris Christensen Systems (even if it was a greasey coat) on the coat. You don't need a whole lot, its a 15:1 dilution and you only spray once over the head then 2-3 times on each side of the dog. This helps with protection from the sun amongst other things. You can do a final couple more sprays at the very end of the groomer after the brushing out is done. This is of course only my opinion of what should be done taken from my experiences of being a groomer. You may find other groomers have other ideas but it is how I would handle it if this particular case showed up at our facilities. If the coat is not overly greasey or grimey just use a regular strength shampoo or at the "strongest" the Premier isn't too harsh at all. I wish you were closer, my boss is really good about volunteering our grooming services to rescued animals! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arooroomom Posted October 12, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2010 Thank you SO much Ren, really I appreciate it! I work at a kennel with a full service grooming salon so i've got everything you've mentioned. We can use the equipment/ supplies for free whenever. Of course now it's just up to me to assess the coat condition. Hopefully it's not as bad as it looks and will be looking great and on the way to recovery in no time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocspirit Posted October 12, 2010 Report Share Posted October 12, 2010 Not a problem!!!! I brought it up to my boss today and she recommends using the conditioner unless the coat was excessively greasey. If somewhat greasey just be sure to really rinse out thoroughly after. A good conditioner is really good for coat repair too. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayliana Posted October 13, 2010 Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 For some skin infections vet's sometimes advice dog owners to shave the dog for good treathment, but his skin other then the elbows look great so can't be that. 3 years ag o i have addopted a shaved samojeed, she was found neglected and full of tumors. they remover both hair and tumors and for 1 1/2 year she had a good time at our place. Het fur never became as it should have been. hard to brush andvery hard to maintain proper as it should be. I've also been familiar with a shaved huskt who did nog get his full coat back afther neglection and shavind, he onky returned fur on patches over his body. On these 2 pictures you can see his undercoat already comeing back so i think he will have a good chance of getting a propper coat back. don't add to much extra things in his food, goodfood contains all a dog need and with some fish oil or raw fish you will get him back in shapen in no time, specialy with winter approaching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted October 13, 2010 Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 oh poor thing - good on you for taking him in hun - all the best for Friday! Can't add to the already great advice given good luck xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arooroomom Posted October 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 The woman who has been taking care of him has sent me a few more photos, thought I would share. He doesn't look as bad as the first ones! Only 2 more days until I meet him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wasp Posted October 13, 2010 Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 i see a homeagain tag that's good, he comes pre-chipped. don't forget to get us more pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snssewell Posted October 13, 2010 Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 Awww he looks so happy. His tail reminds me of one of those puffy duster thingies. LOL...maybe he will come in handy. :lol: He seems good with other dogs from the pics so hopefully everything goes well on Friday I have my fingers crossed for you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arooroomom Posted October 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 He does look very happy and goofy Now i've just got to pick out a name!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kroush Posted October 13, 2010 Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 He does look very happy and goofy Now i've just got to pick out a name!! If you name him, you'll never let him leave! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormy Posted October 13, 2010 Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 How funny does his tail look bless him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arooroomom Posted October 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Today is the day! Should be meeting him in just a few hours! Tons-o-pics when I return! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snssewell Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Today is the day! Should be meeting him in just a few hours! Tons-o-pics when I return! Good Luck and we be looking forward to the pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed #2 Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 If he was treated for a tick disease, I can't help but wonder if that is why he was shaved. I spent 3 hours once pulling tics off of a yellow lab...it was horrible. If he was infested with tics, I'd guess also that his coat was in bad shape. May have been the best chance for him to get healthy. It's amazing how much the coat makes a difference in appearance and weight! I'm interested in learning more about the apple cider vinegar and pee stain. I wonder if something like that might also slow down my Jackson's eating. We actually went 1-1/2 minutes this morning, with bowl checking of course to see if any morsels were hiding beneath the blocks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahNukka&Shadow Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Awww good luck Kristina! Thinking of you guys and hoping it all goes well! xxxxxxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 please call him shawn HAHAHAHAHA hope it all goes well today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarahm Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Good Luck with him. He is a cutie and its a real shame to see him like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 please call him shawn HAHAHAHAHA hope it all goes well today lmfao!!! Hope everything went well hun x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyCouture Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 good luck hope all goes well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snssewell Posted October 26, 2010 Report Share Posted October 26, 2010 So what happened? Is there another thread with the outcome and I missed it??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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