Okay, I need some serious help. My dogs hair is always
a. matted
or
b. knotted.
We brush her everyday. She has long , fluffy hair. She just got her ears shaved off because they were matted. What should I do? Help!!
What I don't need is someone telling me I don't take care of her, because I do, and I know that!
I just brushed her for half an hour trying to get the knots out and it didn't help. I got about half of them out.
I don't need any thing rude, maybe just some brushing tips and stuff.
Thanks!
2007-09-01 03:28:00 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I am using conditioner . I have tried groomers. her hair is also still knotted and matted. we are going to get her a shorter haircut so that should help. no rude comments, just tips please!
Yes i do brush her every day.
2007-09-02 13:08:38 · update #1
Here are a few suggestions:
1. cut her hair short. Just because her breed is a long-haired breed, that doesn't mean that she can't have a short and sassy hair-cut! :) It'll be easier to care for, and she'll probably be more comfortable than having to endure daily tangle/mat removal.
2. take her to a professional groomer and let them work their magic on her. They have techniques and products that can help resist matting.
3. go to the local PetSmart and ask the groomers there what they would recommend. They're usually pretty helpful when it comes to directing you to the right dog brushes, shampoos, and conditioners to help keep your dog's coat shiny and mat-free.
2007-09-01 03:38:26 · answer #1 · answered by Jennifer 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would use some good dog hair conditioner after baths, but knots always tighten up after you give them a bath so first I would use a good spray on leave in conditioner and spray each knot and gently try to brush it out (the matts will have to be cut off). Try spraying with the conditioner every time you brush the dogs hair. Try to get it as good as possible then cut off anything you were not able to get untangled, then you may have to give or get your dog a shorter haircut for her to look right (get rid of the gaps in the hair). After the haircut I would immediately start using both conditioners. Good luck!
2007-09-01 03:45:58 · answer #2 · answered by Kat 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree that tips from a professional groomer might be helpful.
Now, while I normally don't suggest such things, you might want to find a conditioner for your dog's fur so it won't tangle and mat so easily. I'm sure your dog and you would appreciate the difference.
Good luck!
2007-09-01 03:40:23 · answer #3 · answered by Tigger 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have the same issues so it's not just you!
I find there are 2 options
1. take them to the groomer (or do it yourself) about every 2 months.
2. get a really good shampoo and conditioner to lessen the knots.
2007-09-01 03:48:42 · answer #4 · answered by Ssanna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't say what kind of dog you have and you say you "had her ears shaved off", not exactly good communication skills geared to get polite answers.
Take her to a groomer (I assume your poor dog still has ears, if not, take her to a vet).
Watch what the groomer does to get some idea as to how to keep your dog's coat from getting into such a bad state.
2007-09-01 03:33:30 · answer #5 · answered by rescue member 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
please email me with the breed and if possible a picture I am a professional groomer and might be able to help
kathy_decaprio@yahoo.com
2007-09-01 04:14:56 · answer #6 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋