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The non-shedding dog needs to be groomed on a regular basis. When purchasing a new puppy it is important to start them out with a short trip to the groomer. They first will introduce the puppy by touching their feet, ears and gently combing them. Getting them familiar with the grooming area is very important and some of the sites and sounds; do not let them actually groom your puppy the first time or they could be traumatized and not want to be groomed again. Their first trip to the groomer should be a fun one to ensure them wanting to keep going back, since this will be an important part of their lifestyle. A well groomed dog is a happy dog.

For serious grooming tips watch this video from the Toronto School of Grooming.

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Hi this is Bijoux and no, its not me, but its one of my closest friends.

As non-shedding dogs we visit the grooming salon quite often. We’re glad though because we feel so good when we are done and our owners just love on us even more because we are so cute and smell good too. My mom started taking me to the groomer when I was a new puppy right after we arrived at our Arizona home. They were really nice to me and gave me alot of treats. Well, that was after I had to get all wet and bathed, but that was all they did and it wasn’t so bad. Did I mention I got alot of treats, yum!

Now I have a groomer that comes to our house and Indi & I get groomed right in our driveway in her fancy clean van. I don’t mind at all because it’s close to home and I don’t have to go in a kennel (I don’t like kennels). And you know what, she gives me treats too!

My mom says that a groomed dog is a happy dog. I think she might be right.

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Be Watching! Coming Soon!

If you are interested in purchasing an adorable non-shedding small dog, I will find them for you and post their pictures on this site. If you have questions about any of the breeds or breeders, I will either answer them or find the correct answer for you. There are some great special breeders that take their dog breeding very serious and only want their puppies to go into the best of homes. I work with them.

On this post you will only see high quality breeders that meet the criteria of the author. I promise I will not put “Puppy Mills” on here. You will be directed to only the highest quality of  non-shedding small dog breeders. I will also include some medium to big non-shedding dog breeders as well in the future.

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Ocherese

If you are interested in purchasing an Ocherese, check out this website by their breeder.  Janet Dilger explains how she started this breed and her love for them. She plays an intricate part in creating these sweet little lap dogs. Be sure to check out  the new puppies available and the bulletin board – this will show you how much the owners of these dogs are in love with their non-shedding small dogs called Ocherese. It also points out some of the concerns they have had with their dogs and how they have solved them.

Lovable Companions http://ocherese.com/

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Grooming The Non-Shedding Dog

Is a Large Part of Responsible Pet Ownership

One important aspect of responsible pet ownership is regular grooming. Ongoing care of your dog’s coat, skin, nails and ears are essential to your dog’s health.

“Grooming is about more than appearance and making your pet nice to be near. Weekly maintenance is essential to keeping your pet’s skin and coat healthy and insect-free,” says Val Penstone, director of grooming for Best Friends Pet Care. “In addition grooming time can also be quality time that strengthens the bond between you and your pet.”

A regular grooming routine should include the following: Buy Grooming Supplies

• Look for Signs of Irritation Due to Parasites . In several areas of the country, fleas and ticks have become a year-round problem. If you stop your flea/tick prevention program as winter approaches, still checking your dog for fleas or ticks. If the weather is extremely mild they can still be around. As spring and the warmer weather starts again be sure to start your dogs flea and tick prevention program.
  

• Keep Allergies Under Control with Regular Shampooing. Dogs are four-legged dust mops that pick up anything floating around in the environment. Shampooing removes mold spores, dust, dirt and dander. A medicated or organic pet shampoo is helpful if you suspect skin problems or parasites. Follow with a conditioning rinse. Towel dry thoroughly, then separate the hair by brushing and combing to speed drying down to the skin. If you use a standard home hair dryer, BE AWARE that it is very easy to burn your pet. Hold it well away from the skin and use a cool setting.

• Keep Nails the Proper Length. Use only a proper nail clipping tool specifically made for your pet, and take off a small amount at a time. Stay well away from the “quick”, the point at which there is blood flow. Be prepared with a styptic product in case you do clip into the blood vessel. If your pet has dark nails, the quick is difficult to see and you may want a professional do this chore for you.

• Check Ears for Problems. Weekly cleaning, with a solution made for ear care is a good year-round preventative measure. Massaging the solution into the ear softens wax and dirt, floating it to the exterior ear, where you can wipe it gently away with cotton.

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The little guy has to be the cutest thing.

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A healthy option for feeding your dog is shared below by a veterinarian from “Only Natural Pet Store”. There have been alot of questions concerning the benefits of feeding your non-shedding small dog a raw diet. Read below, you might educate yourself on a healthier diet for your little canine.

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I am definitely in favor of raw diets and make my own cats’ food that way. However you’re quite correct that it is not the best diet for ALL pets. Some are unable to handle it based on age, heredity, or background. For instance, raw meat is naturally loaded with bacteria (as it would be in the wild as well), and as you mentioned, dogs with inflammatory conditions of the gut, where natural defenses are not in working order, could risk a serious infection.

One of the problems with Pottenger’s study is that nearly all the health problems documented for the cooked-food cats are attributable simply to taurine deficiency. Taurine was not known to be an essential amino acid for cats until the late 1980s. Cooking does not destroy taurine but it makes taurine less available to the cat (the mechanism has to do with differential digestion by gut bacteria). I agree that raw food offers many advantages, but I wouldn’t rely on the Pottenger studies as the best scientific rationale.

It is true that vets are undereducated in nutrition. When I went to vet school, we had just one 2-hour lecture on pet nutrition, and it was taught by a guy from Hill’s Science Diet. The lecture basically went something like this: “a/d is for anorexia, c/d is for cystitis, h/d is for heart, k/d is for kidneys….any questions?” Ack!!! So nutrition is one area where it is pretty easy for the average guardian to have a lot better grasp of the subject than their vet. If your vet isn’t willing to work with you on nutrition, it’s time for a second opinion!

“Cold turkey” is one way to switch, and I have done so many times for animals whose condition was too dire to take the time for a gradual switch. However, a sudden switch, especially from kibble-type foods to raw, is a huge shock to the system, and could cause problems, most of which will end up on your carpet! We did a series in our Blog a few months ago on how to switch foods that, when possible, will give your pet an easier transition: http://onlynaturalpetblog.com/2008/04/12/how-to-switch-foods/

The key to success with a homemade diet (and really, homemade cooked is almost as good as raw!) is to start with a good, balanced recipe and not deviate from it in terms of supplements. Variety of meats and, when desired, veggies and/or grains, is important, but those darn supplements need to be there no matter what! Unless you’re grinding your own bones, calcium must be provided; and there are many other elements that won’t be found in meat, even most organs, that must be supplemented. Omega-3 fatty acids, for instance, are critically important because they are absent in virtually all commercially grown meat (even organic)–brains and eyes are the best source in a prey animal, but those aren’t going to be available to most folks. (Personally I use the Nordic Naturals Cod Liver Oil for my furry family.) Most “cookbooks” and recipes on the internet are *not* balanced with all necessary nutrients, so be sure you do the research and get a balanced recipe; or, use one of the “total” supplement packages that you add to meat to make a complete meal; or (easiest, IMO!) buy a balanced, pre-made frozen or freeze-dried raw meat product. There’s nothing better than a good homemade diet–but nothing worse than a bad homemade diet!

Jean Hofve, DVM

Only Natural Pet Store

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