Tuesday
May172011
Handling Class for Spice
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 4:53PM 
The Spice had another bath. I am conditioning her to getting used to frequent baths. Why? Well, at show time you get washed daily most times. So the more she gets washed, the more she gets used to it and a clean coat knots less and stays in better condition for the show. It's not something I advocate for a non-show dawg. I am washing her about once a week. That's a lot more than necessary - believe me.
Spice is off to handling class tonight to learn how to not go off to play with evryone and anyone when you are supposed to be doing conformation.
We shall see where that goes.
PS: Abigail and Wasabi is acting way preggie. No eating in the morning but making up for it at night time.
Reader Comments (5)
She's so cute! How often do you recommend bathing a non show dog? I can tell the difference in Sophie's coat since her bath. She always feels soft but she is so much silkier since her bath.
She did great at the vet, never made a peep with her shot. She had a little bit of an upset tummy coming home, but she ate all of her dinner and now she's curled up on the couch with me. These are my favorite times for sure.
Oh, and guess what? She is a whopping 6 LBS!!! She has doubled her weight since her first vet visit with you in March. The vet says she's right on target. I am curious as to how she compares with Ty and Kona. I know she was the smallest...the petite female. I can only imagine how much they weigh.
Karen: Bathing is up to the individual. But I usually do every 2 to 3 weeks max. Too often robs it of its oil but with a high quality shampoo, you have less of that. Some of the high quality restructure/mositurizing you can wash more often. This is a common question but it really depends on the elements. If its muddy, rainy, they will get dirty faster. But if it's sunny, dry etc you could probably go 3 weeks easily. If the coat starts to knot or mat, well, it's time. If it feels like it has residue, it's time. If it looks dirty, it's time. Some help, eh?
I will ask the siblings how much they weigh. But Raylan who was the largest of his crew is approx 10lbs. He's from Abigail. You never know. Genetics as they are, you can have a small Mommy and Daddy and a larger child. Or you can have a smaller one but I do know Treasure's pups do their growth spurt early on and stop where Fiona's are slow, steady and grow later. Truffie is 4lbs and he looks like a tiny thing to me but he is 18 days younger.
PS: I wash like I do cause I like the way they look and feel when clean. But that's just me. Give Sophie a hug, will you?
Thanks Darlah! Hugs are a guarantee!!!!
Ty weighed 7 pounds on April 26th but he was always the bigger pup. The vet said he was fine. People who pick him up don't think he weighs that much. I don't own a scale so can't double check. His next visit is on Tuesday. Isn't this rain awful! Ty is starting to stand at the door and say, "Are you kidding me!" He is getting used to the drying process after our walk. I am waiting for this rain to stop before the next bath. He does like his bath and just sits quietly. Loves brushing too. We are off to his puppy class again tomorrow. Great to hear from everyone.
Julie
Julie:
I take Truffie out in the pouring rain. He survives better than I. I learned after Shoshi who used to lift her paws and go ewww every time it was wet outside so I started putting her in the middle of the grass and she complained profusely but now she doesn't mind - I DO! I am tired of this rain.
Treasure was her full height and weight at 8 months. Kat was slower than ever. I have a feeling Ty takes after Treasure. Besides, they are what they are and who cares what size they are. Risa is no trim thing but she is a grand dam for sure!
Let us know how puppy class goes, please. Ask them to teach you a proper meet and greet.