A groomer asks:
This is about a full coated lhasa - his last groomer told the owner that he should only be carded twice a year. You should see his coat! I feel he needs it more regularly, at least for a while, until his coat lies flater and has more luster. Am I right in my thinking and if so how do I convince the owner.
I'd like to see it. As a former Lhasa fancier, and one who has finished several champions, I would say that if the coat is not draping properly, it probably needs some undercoat removed. It's not a pekingese, it shouldn't look like one. Be careful, however, because you can overdo carding. My mother ruined the coat on our first Lhasa by constantly combing with a fine comb and removing all the undercoat. It was a rough lesson learned. Undercoat gives the coat body and fullness, but too much makes for a coat that does not flow. It also makes for more matting. Get rid of some.
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I was recently told that I should do carding (with the Mars Coat King) on my wet dogs that haven't had the conditioner rinsed off yet.
I've tried this and it sure does feel better. Do you think this is worthwhile -or am I just imagining it is?
Also - are you familiar with the Natures Specialties products. Specifically, the Quick Relief Neem shampoo and the Re-moisturizer with Aloe. I am very interested in your opinion. Thanks for being so available and open with your experience - something sadly missing in most of the grooming world.
As you can probably tell, I am new to this blog stuff and don't know how to properly use it. I was hoping to get your comments on my carding and Natures Specialties questions. Am I asking the questions on the proper link?
Thanks- Riku
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