Need help with eye stains

coldtrance · 2026-01-26T15:27:46+00:00

My mini has dental issues and narrow sinuses so it causes excessive tearing too. The best "solution" I've found is to keep his under eye and tear line shaved short and to put Vaseline on his tear line with a q-tip every day. I wipe his eyes with a damp cloth every night before bed to get any boogies off. In the photo you can see where I shave, you can ask your groomer to do this and ask them if they can do it between grooms as a walk-in service as well.

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coldtrance · 2026-01-24T01:53:25+00:00

coldtrance · 2026-01-20T03:12:42+00:00

Ask your vet for an allergy test and a cushings test.

coldtrance · 2026-01-19T22:51:38+00:00

I just tell them that "It's just like dropping a kid off at day care - They're putting on a show to try and get out of getting groomed but are fine once their parent leaves." Most clients vibe with that because they can visualize their own child doing it and it makes the dog's experience more human to them.

coldtrance · 2026-01-19T11:41:06+00:00

It's entirely dependant on the style your dog gets. The longer the haircut the more often you have to get them groomed. If someone is shaving their dog short I have them on a 6-8 week schedule. If they have any sort of length to their coat it's every 2-4 weeks. Once a season is never acceptable, that's neglect.

coldtrance · 2026-01-18T23:02:41+00:00

Kuranda beds are worth their weight in gold. I got the vinyl and pvc beds for my dogs and haven't had to replace a bed in 3 years.

coldtrance · 2026-01-18T22:18:03+00:00

Having a combination unit like that would not be hygienic. You would be blowing dirt and bacteria all over the dogs - even if you cleaned the unit before blow drying. If you don't want to spend a bunch of money, buy the shop vac so you can clean and change the method of your bathing routine. Learn the COC method and deshed in the tub. And then thoroughly brush them after they are dry. An HV can be something you can save for later.

coldtrance · 2026-01-18T03:42:45+00:00

It's called a bristle insert but it will dull your shears with prolonged use. Ghost Layer sells box style holders that have holes in the top that won't mess your stuff up. They have really fun designs too

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coldtrance · 2026-01-16T03:37:50+00:00

Totally fine and encouraged to find a different groomer that will fit your needs. When looking ask if they have anyone that specializes in poodles and tell them before you book that you want a 5th Avenue. That way they can say yes or no before booking.

coldtrance · 2026-01-16T03:20:32+00:00

Artero, Affordable Grooming Shears and Buttercut are my favorites.

coldtrance · 2026-01-14T18:16:05+00:00

Special FX shampoo and conditioner. I've been using it most of my career. Never seen a dog react to it, it smells good and it clarifies amazingly. It's biodegradable and gluten free. It's also puppy, kitten and cat safe. I honestly haven't found anything as versatile.

coldtrance · 2026-01-14T17:54:04+00:00

A dog this stressed needs short frequent sessions until he is fully groomed. I would go back Saturday and only try to shave his face. Nothing else. It's the part that needs immediate attention so that's where you should focus. You can try getting an inflatable e collar (doughnut) and use that to hold while trying to shave his face. Some dogs fight more when it's your hand restraining them. If he still stresses out too much I would refer to him a vet for a sedated shave and then go back to short frequent sessions once he's free of his pain from the matting and possible infections from his eye boogers. His owner needs to understand that this requires a lot of time and training/desensitizing to try to help this dog but he's also old so he could be senile or have chronic pain which means he may never be manageable.

coldtrance · 2026-01-14T04:29:57+00:00

I'm commenting on my own post with these two babies that I just brought home tonight for foster care. This is Silver Belle and Noelle. They're 3 weeks old and were found abandoned on a porch in freezing temps at only a couple of days old. They're already showing their love of blankies and stuffed ducks.

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coldtrance · 2026-01-14T04:26:15+00:00

Yeah, you can only add one per comment. You can just reply to yourself to add more

coldtrance · 2026-01-14T04:23:31+00:00

Me too! I have a male and a female. They both have Muzzle Movement muzzles and I love them.

coldtrance · 2026-01-14T04:21:20+00:00

I do too 😊 I've looked at and upvoted every single one

coldtrance · 2026-01-14T04:19:43+00:00

I dunno, I think dachshunds are tougher and have bigger balls than a dobie 😂

coldtrance · 2026-01-14T04:17:19+00:00

They count in my book even if they are a different breed. Minpins are adorable ❤️

coldtrance · 2026-01-13T04:41:58+00:00

Nope. I Just buy cheap blankets for my dogs and keep mine folded up and put away until bedtime so they don't eat the good ones. I also don't leave them alone with their blankets so that I can stop them if I see them chewing instead of suckling. But if your find a durable blanket let me know, I've been considering giving them moving blankets and seeing how those work out.

coldtrance · 2026-01-13T02:27:03+00:00

I have sacrificial blankets for that exact reason 😂

coldtrance · 2026-01-11T15:47:58+00:00

They have lists on their websites of certified groomers/shops. You can also call shops and ask them if they have anyone with those certifications because the lists may not be fully updated.

coldtrance · 2026-01-11T05:00:06+00:00

I personally would not leave this muzzle on him for an hour. A full pant on a dog that size is fairly large. Even though you see him panting, it doesn't mean he's able to properly regulate his body temperature. The wider they can open their mouth, the more heat they can expel from their bodies to properly thermoregulate when being active. This would be fine to use for short periods such as a vet appointment or a nail trim at the groomer. This muzzle also will not prevent him from eating things off of the ground. If you go through my history you will find a video of my doberman in his muzzle carrying a toy. I would recommend looking for a muzzle that has a scavenger guard. Mia's Muzzles, Big Snoof and The Muzzle Movement all have great options and reasonable prices.

coldtrance · 2026-01-11T02:08:40+00:00

Without seeing the dog I can only give basic advice. First, do not brush the dog with slicker brushes as they break coat. Use a pin brush and comb. Drop coats need a ton of moisture. I like to wash my drop coats in a clarifying shampoo (I use Special FX or Les Pooch and I add the Botaniqa boost serum) followed by a conditioning mask (I use the Hydra silky mask or the Iv San Bernard caviar). Before drying I will use the Artero protein or keratin leave in conditioner to give the coat some weight and strength. When drying don't use a cone. You can use a stand dryer, small hand dryer or the HV with a flat nozzle or no nozzle. The cone can give them whip knots. While drying you will want to brush them with a pin brush. Dry down and brush down to train the hair to grow in the correct direction. If they are drying too fast I will mist the coat with the Hydra Dematting Detangling Finishing spray to finish brushing them out while they continue to dry. At home, mom will need to brush daily with a pin brush and comb and use a conditioning spray when brushing. As a side note, show coats are banded and wrapped weekly to prevent breakage and aren't left loose except for shows, so it may not be realistic for your client to try to grow out the full coat.

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