Thursday, January 7, 2010

What to wash my dogs face with?

I have tried the eye cleaners on my dogs but this is more for just a dirty face when getting a bath. Anyone have any idea's on what to use besides plain water?What to wash my dogs face with?
At petsmart they have tearless shampoo for dogs use it.What to wash my dogs face with?
A plain washcloth works best. If you need to use soap, use tearless baby shampoo - just don't use too much and make sure you rinse it out well.
baby shampoo works great on the whole body but is gentle enough that if you do get it in the eyes it won't hurt them
Just water and a wash cloth or one of those gloves that are like towels are really nice I use them on my chihuahua but be very gentle.
I always use a wash cloth for my pooches.
I also use a washcloth and warm water BUT if soap is needed is use either tear-free dog shampoo or baby shampoo.
Contrary to the numerous replies suggesting that you use baby shampoo on your dog, baby shampoo is NOT OK. Dogs' skin is 3-5 cell layers thick, while human skin is 10-15 layers thick - this includes babies' skin. Dogs' skin is much more sensitive than ours, and you should only use shampoos formulated for dogs. As for what to use for a dirty face, our new product, Kissy Face Pet Facial, is intended for just what you asked. As the owner of Furfection Naturals grooming products, I've done years of research on products for dogs and cats. I invite you to visit www.furfection.com for more information.
Bath Time


Bath time is much easier after a thorough brushing. Place your dog in a tub or a basin with a non-skid surface. Hold your dog's collar firmly, then slowly pour several pitchers of lukewarm water over his body, being careful to leave the head dry.


Soap your dog's body with a dog shampoo, then massage the soap into a lather, talking to your dog and praising him as you work. When his body is lathered, move to his head, being careful to keep shampoo out of his eyes, ears and mouth.


Rinse and dry your dog's head, then rinse his body. When the water runs clear, rinse one more time.


Thoroughly dry your dog with towels. If your dog has healthy skin, you can dry him further with a hair dryer set on low or warm temperature.


Bathe smaller dogs such as poodles and schnauzers every two or three weeks, except in the winter when once a month will probably do. Larger pets need bathing several times a year. Of course, always wash a pet when it is dirty or smells, regardless of when it was last bathed.Bath time is much easier after a thorough brushing. Place your dog in a tub or a basin with a non-skid surface. Hold your dog's collar firmly, then slowly pour several pitchers of lukewarm water over his body, being careful to leave the head dry.


Soap your dog's body with a dog shampoo, then massage the soap into a lather, talking to your dog and praising him as you work. When his body is lathered, move to his head, being careful to keep shampoo out of his eyes, ears and mouth.


Rinse and dry your dog's head, then rinse his body. When the water runs clear, rinse one more time.


Thoroughly dry your dog with towels. If your dog has healthy skin, you can dry him further with a hair dryer set on low or warm temperature.P.S. I have also used Johnson ';No More ';Tears shampoo
use a warm wash cloth not to warm but warm and then just wash
They have lubricant for the eyes, so put a little in his/her eyes(make sure you dont touch the end of the applicator tube to the eye) and then simply use some tearless baby shampoo. However, if it is a breed that has dark discharge from the eyes, there is also whitening shampoo that you can buy, just make sure you lube the eyes first. The only key for washing the face is to make sure that you dont cause them discomfort. So, while youre washing his face, just rub his ears or pet him at the same time, and it will distract him long enough for you to wash him effectively. Hope this helps

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