| happy012 |
| Posted 3/6/2008 4:39:19 AM |
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Hi everyone, I was wondering if its a good idea to shave my pom? I was giving my pomeranian a bath and while i was blow drying her hair i noticed that her hair tangled up into a knote behind her ears. I dont think i'll be able to untangle it so i was thinking about shaving her. And if i do shave her would the hair grow back to its normal coat? |
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| gbat1stop |
| Posted 3/6/2008 8:17:07 AM |
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I would try to comb the knot out before anything. If that is not possible, the knot may be cut out from behind the ears. I would not consider shaving a Pom.
I have a Pom mix and she gets knots behind the ears sometimes but, with a little work, they comb right out. |
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| maoseger1010 |
| Posted 3/6/2008 8:39:37 AM |
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| Quote happy012: Hi everyone, I was wondering if its a good idea to shave my pom? I was giving my pomeranian a bath and while i was blow drying her hair i noticed that her hair tangled up into a knote behind her ears.... |
I agree with G. There is a tool called a matt ripper that you can buy. It is wonderful at getting out those stubborn mats. You should be able to find it in the grooming section of the big pet marts or at your local grooming shop.
Good luck. |
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| kathystone |
| Posted 3/6/2008 9:15:26 AM |
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DO NOT SHAVE YOUR POM! The mats behind the ears can be safely shaved out,( do not use scissors unless you are very careful!) but if you body shave your dog, you will be opening a big can of worms. The coat will not grow in right. Instead it will split and be like the frizzies. Poms have 3 coats, a soft undercoat, a mid length petticoast and th long guard hairs. By shaving the three coats, you destroy the hair follicles of the two outer coats. The skin is exposed and damaged by the sun and the elements. When your pom starts to blow coat, the best thing to do is buy a finishing comb. Stay away from the razorblade de shedders. Wash your Dog and use a good quality cream rinse. Then use a high power blow dryer like the force to remove the undercoat that is loose and ready to go. Do this twice a month and the sheddding will be reduced greatly. Thanks for asking. |
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| PerfectPom |
| Posted 3/6/2008 11:04:48 AM |
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| Quote happy012: Hi everyone, I was wondering if its a good idea to shave my pom? I was giving my pomeranian a bath and while i was blow drying her hair i noticed that her hair tangled up into a knote behind her ears.... |
Not for the reason you describe. I have seen a Pom who had just gotten a "lion cut" being picked up at the groomers who had a big smile on his face. I've heard differing opinions if it ruins the coat or not...some say it does, others disagree who do it. I have no reason to do so and would be afraid to.
We have cut a few mats out from our Poms behind and one behind his ear. I have spent up to 1 and a half hours getting mats out from behind his ear area which seems to be the worst. Always mist the coat before brushing and always brush him out before giving a bath as the water will tighten any mats present. I spray detangler on the mat and use a comb with different spaced teeth to ultimately get it out. If you keep a regular grooming schedule it really isn't too difficult to keep them mat free. I would say regular brushing with a slicker and pin brush at least twice a week. My Pom actually enjoys his grooming sessions now, I think he likes the attention.
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| PerfectPom |
| Posted 3/6/2008 11:07:23 AM |
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| Quote kathystone: DO NOT SHAVE YOUR POM! The mats behind the ears can be safely shaved out,( do not use scissors unless you are very careful!) but if you body shave your dog, you will be opening a big can of worms. The... |
Hmmm  I have never heard they have 3 coats only 2...double coat consists of a soft, dense undercoat and a long, harsh textured outer coat. |
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| naturaldane |
| Posted 3/6/2008 11:28:41 AM |
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A matt breaker or comb works just fine, to use start on the edge of the mat and work the teeth of the comb into a small section and work it untill the matt breaks free, sometimes a sawing motion works better then tugging. A dab of conditioner works well to help lube the mat up.
Prevention is key, and no, its not ideal to shave a pom, they need there coats, can they live without it, sure but once you shave it there is no going back to the original coat type and texture and will be something that will have to be done about ever month to two months and thats a large expence.
if your unsure about the mat rake or breaker then ask your vet tech or a groomer. You can take your Dog in every two weeks to the groomers for a bath and blow dry, maybe 4 weeks depending on the Dog and that will only cost you around 20 instead of around 40 depending on groomer, plus you Dog will look great in full coat. |
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| maoseger1010 |
| Posted 3/6/2008 12:03:21 PM |
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| Quote PerfectPom: Hmmm I have never heard they have 3 coats only 2...double coat consists of a soft, dense undercoat and a long, harsh textured outer coat. |
Yea I'm with you, I'd never heard of that either. |
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| lakid1 |
| Posted 3/11/2008 3:25:53 PM |
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Well I wouldn't reccomend it but you could. Just make sure you comb out all the nots first and when you are finished sweep up the hair and give it a bath. |
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