I need help with a dog bathing advice.

Hi guys, I am getting a dog in December and was wondering.....I have hard water. When I bathe the dog will the hard water create adverse reactions to his/her skin at all? The dog will be drinking purified, clean, bottled, spring water but I am talking about bathing. Will bathing his/her with hard water create any reactions. Thanks in advance. Also, I haven't gotten the dog yet, I will get it in December.

 

I might have to switch over to that food now. But I still can’t pronounce the last few things lol

lol. Fermentation is basically a release of energy to produce organic acids, gases. The food is already slightly pre-digested and broken down before your dog eats it. This means less work for your dog to digest his food. So, nothing bad.

 

Yes, the Wikipedia one you listed I read. I saw they can have health problems in every aspect of the body... But I have my heart set on cavaliers.

Well if you take good care of them he should be ok like long fin bettas aren’t the most genetically best type but if you take good care of them they should be ok. And same with pugs they have breathing problems but with good care they still live a long time

 

Well if you take good care of them he should be ok like long fin bettas aren’t the most genetically best type but if you take good care of them they should be ok. And same with pugs they have breathing problems but with good care they still live a long time

Yes, I agree with this post.
I stayed away from dogs that have a "squashed nose" because they are quite prone to breathing problems and it shortens their lifespan. It's like climbing on Mt.Everst breathing through a straw.

 

I was going to feed him Orijen since it has amazing ingredients, amazing quality, high in meat, low in carbs. Good kibble. Tho $100 bucks for a 25 lbs bag! HOLY COW! I mean.......it is really good food and it is worth it IMO.

Our dogs get Purina Pro Plan. At roughly $1.50 per pound it's not cheap, but our vet recommended it, and my wife's dog's skin issues went away when she started feeding it to him.

 

Yes, the Wikipedia one you listed I read. I saw they can have health problems in every aspect of the body... But I have my heart set on cavaliers.

Ok I am not gonna tell you you aren't allowed hahaha. But it is good to be aware of things. I'd say search for a good breeder.

One of the issues here in Holland was thet their skull appeared to be too small for their brains (caused by overbreeding) causing all kinds of neurologic issues. And another problem are the puppyfarms, especially the ones in Hungary arghhhhhhh.

 

Ok I am not gonna tell you you aren't allowed hahaha. But it is good to be aware of things. I'd say search for a good breeder.

One of the issues here in Holland was thet their skull appeared to be too small for their brains (caused by overbreeding) causing all kinds of neurologic issues. And another problem are the puppyfarms, especially the ones in Hungary arghhhhhhh.

hahaha, lol. Yeah, Good breeders are a must-have. You shouldn't but a dog from a "breeder" that is shady, selling dogs at 1 week old, and the mom and dad look not in great condition. Unfortunately, this happens and it is reality. Arghhhhhh. Puppy farms. The worst things ever.

 

hahaha, lol. Yeah, Good breeders are a must-have. You shouldn't but a dog from a "breeder" that is shady, selling dogs at 1 week old, and the mom and dad look not in great condition. Unfortunately, this happens and it is reality. Arghhhhhh. Puppy farms. The worst things ever.

Yeah puppy mills suck. This whole thread is making me so jellous lol

 

hahaha, lol. Yeah, Good breeders are a must-have. You shouldn't but a dog from a "breeder" that is shady, selling dogs at 1 week old, and the mom and dad look not in great condition. Unfortunately, this happens and it is reality. Arghhhhhh. Puppy farms. The worst things ever.

My lab came from a great breeder, her dad was health champion in Holland and Germany, but we appeared to have the most expensive dog (of entire Holland) afterwards hahahaa. She was born on a Monday morning (really). But the character is marvelous hahahahah. And great in searching for oakleafs.

 

hahaha, lol. Yeah, Good breeders are a must-have. You shouldn't but a dog from a "breeder" that is shady, selling dogs at 1 week old, and the mom and dad look not in great condition. Unfortunately, this happens and it is reality. Arghhhhhh. Puppy farms. The worst things ever.

Have you considered getting a mixed breed from the pound or a shelter? They often have fewer health issues than purebreds.

 

Have you considered getting a mixed breed from the pound or a shelter? They often have fewer health issues than purebreds.

Shelter is the way

 

Yeah puppy mills suck. This whole thread is making me so jellous lol

I agree. I'm sorry....Wish you get a dog soon. (I probably made you angrier..lol )

My lab came from a great breeder, her dad was health champion in Holland and Germany, but we appeared to have the most expensive dog (of entire Holland) afterwards hahahaa. She was born on a Monday morning (really). But the character is marvelous hahahahah. And great in searching for oakleafs.

Agghhhh! Your dog is sooooooo cute! Somebody call the cops! lol, Just kidding. But your dog looks like she/he is in great health. What gender is she/he? And what is your dog's name? Also, how many dogs do you have? (too many questions, sorry)

 

Have you considered getting a mixed breed from the pound or a shelter? They often have fewer health issues than purebreds.

Really? Hmm...I will def check the shelter out. I am saving a dog in need.

Shelter is the way

My Dad also wants to get a dog from the shelter cause' he said that you're giving a dog a home, another chance.

 

Really? Hmm...I will def check the shelter out. I am saving a dog in need.

My Dad also wants to get a dog from the shelter cause' he said that you're giving a dog a home, another chance.

For sure you should get a shelter dog.

 

I would usually agree with going to a shelter but not for a first time dog owner.
With a rescue dog often it’s background is sketchy & it may have underlying behavioural problems that a first time owner may not be able to cope with, also a mixed breeds temperament could be a bit hit & miss as you don’t know it’s lineage, whereas with a well bred pedigree at least you have a degree of knowing a breeds usual temperament.
Another word of caution about Ckcs (& some other spaniels) the ruby colour in particular is known to be susceptible to a condition known as rage syndrome, or sudden onset aggression so I’d do lots of research.
Good luck with whatever you choose, a dog is a friend for life that you’ll never forget

Edit: Had another thought.... if you definitely want a Ckcs & also want to rescue a dog then look for a Ckcs club in your area as they will know what rescues are available for that breed

 

I agree. I'm sorry....Wish you get a dog soon. (I probably made you angrier..lol )



Agghhhh! Your dog is sooooooo cute! Somebody call the cops! lol, Just kidding. But your dog looks like she/he is in great health. What gender is she/he? And what is your dog's name? Also, how many dogs do you have? (too many questions, sorry)

It is a she called Bliss. Funny thing was my daughter came up with that name sonehow and when we visited the breeder there appeared two be a Bliss running around hahaha. We got her.
I own one dog. We had two but our old chocolate lab Monty died sone years ago.
Still missing her (she was a great dog)

 

It is a she called Bliss. Funny thing was my daughter came up with that name sonehow and when we visited the breeder there appeared two be a Bliss running around hahaha. We got her.
I own one dog. We had two but our old chocolate lab Monty died sone years ago.
Still missing her (she was a great dog)

Hahaha, nice name. I am sorry, It's hard losing a dog. I personally have lost a dog as well. It's quite painful. He was a Yorkshire terrier that got mauled by a coyote. Brutal, I know.

 

I would usually agree with going to a shelter but not for a first-time dog owner.
With a rescue dog often it’s background is sketchy & it may have underlying behavioral problems that a first-time owner may not be able to cope with, also the temperament of a mixed breed could be a bit hit & miss as you don’t know it’s lineage, whereas with a well bred pedigree at least you have a degree of knowing a breeds usual temperament.
Another word of caution about Ckcs (& some other spaniels) the ruby color, in particular, is known to be susceptible to a condition known as rage syndrome, or sudden onset aggression so I’d do lots of research.
Good luck with whatever you choose, a dog is a friend for life that you’ll never forget

Edit: Had another thought.... if you definitely want a Ckcs & also want to rescue a dog then look for a Ckcs club in your area as they will know what rescues are available for that breed

I agree about that.....IDK where the dog is coming from and the health may be deteriorated. I also want a 8-week old puppy that isn't that old so, I can spend more time with it. I will definitely check out some ckcs clubs. Also Coradee , I attached a pic down low, and can you tell me which one is the ruby one you were talking about?




Source: Pintrest

 

This is a ruby, 3rd one down on the black background Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - Wikipedia

 

This is a ruby, 3rd one down on the black background Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - Wikipedia

Ohh, okay. Got it.

 

I would recommend checking your local Humane society

 

I would recommend checking your local Humane society

I have a humane society 10-20 min from my house. I will check with them.

 

I have only one warning

 

I have only one warning

hahaha, lol!!!! DoubleDutch you made me laugh real good today.

 

I've been asking forever too, but my parents won't budge!

It took me 3 years of begging for my dad to cave

 

Do you have a specific breed in mind? I strongly urge you to research how to training methods for your dog, and a little about dog behavior/communication too.

With regards to bathing, the lowest maintenance dogs grooming wise are short haired like labs or pit mixes.

 

I highly recommend researching the specific breed you want. The lowest maintenance dogs grooming wise are short haired like labs or pit mixes.

Hahaha then you didn't haven't had a labrador hahahaha. Those have a double coat and shedding THE WHOLE YEAR AROUND. the hairs are.longer than you think (and than I thought before I got them)

 

Hahaha then you didn't haven't had a labrador hahahaha. Those have a double coat and shedding THE WHOLE YEAR AROUND. the hairs are.longer than you think (and than I thought before I got them)

You got me, I just blurted out the first short haired dog breeds that came to mind . Okay, so pit mixes, boxers etc. Very short haired, single coat dogs.

 

It took me 3 years of begging for my dad to cave

Mine was 4 years of begging.

Do you have a specific breed in mind? I strongly urge you to research how to training methods for your dog, and a little about dog behavior/communication too.

With regards to bathing, the lowest maintenance dogs grooming wise are short haired like labs or pit mixes.

I have researched so much, countless hours on training, tricks, and behavioral training so much. I can train any dog. lol.

Hahaha then you didn't haven't had a labrador hahahaha. Those have a double coat and shedding THE WHOLE YEAR AROUND. the hairs are.longer than you think (and than I thought before I got them)

I agree. Labs shed SO MUCH.

 

Yes, the Wikipedia one you listed I read. I saw they can have health problems in every aspect of the body... But I have my heart set on cavaliers.

You're hyper focusing on the quality of food and water for your future dog without taking into consideration the ramifications of dogs being irresponsibly bred to the point of deterioration. Cavaliers, French Bulldogs, Afghan Hounds... all have been bred to ugly extremes in order to achieve a desirable aesthetic over performance, and the result every time has been tragic and avoidable poor health (much worse than the average dog, and avoidable every time).

If you have your heart set on a purebred (no problem with that, imo) try looking for a breeder who breeds for performance and function over an arbitrary breed standard or a moneymaking cute face. They exist! Just my 2 cents. Whatever dog you end up with, enjoy it! They're really the best friends you can ask for.

 

Mine was 4 years of begging.

I have researched so much, countless hours on training, tricks, and behavioral training so much. I can train any dog. lol.

I agree. Labs shed SO MUCH.

Lol I've been begging for 4 years, maybe my time has come!

 

I have researched so much, countless hours on training, tricks, and behavioral training so much. I can train any dog. lol.

Wasn't doubting your capabilities, there's just so much that goes into training it's good to be well informed.

You're hyper focusing on the quality of food and water for your future dog without taking into consideration the ramifications of dogs being irresponsibly bred to the point of deterioration. Cavaliers, French Bulldogs, Afghan Hounds... all have been bred to ugly extremes in order to achieve a desirable aesthetic over performance, and the result every time has been tragic and avoidable poor health (much worse than the average dog, and avoidable every time).

If you have your heart set on a purebred (no problem with that, imo) try looking for a breeder who breeds for performance and function over an arbitrary breed standard or a moneymaking cute face. They exist! Just my 2 cents. Whatever dog you end up with, enjoy it! They're really the best friends you can ask for.

Don't forget pugs, German shepherds etc. I 100% agree, finding a responsible breeder is key. You'll want to ask for the health testing results of the pup too.

 

Lol I've been begging for 4 years, maybe my time has come!

Speaking as a parent (and grandparent), showing you're ready to take on the responsibility of a dog might accomplish more than begging. When my daughter was young she wanted a horse. I told her that I wasn't opposed to it, but it wasn't going to happen as long as it was a fight getting her to take care of the animals she already had. That never happened, and she never got a horse.

 

You're hyper-focusing on the quality of food and water for your future dog without taking into consideration the ramifications of dogs being irresponsibly bred to the point of deterioration. Cavaliers, French Bulldogs, Afghan Hounds... all have been bred to ugly extremes in order to achieve a desirable aesthetic over performance, and the result every time has been tragic and avoidable poor health (much worse than the average dog, and avoidable every time).
If you have your heart set on a purebred (no problem with that, imo) try looking for a breeder who breeds for performance and function over an arbitrary breed standard or a moneymaking cute face. They exist! Just my 2 cents. Whatever dog you end up with, enjoy it! They're really the best friends you can ask for.

Sorry. The good thing about akc marketplace it tells you the health of the dogs. So, it is good to know and have an extra security blanket. Here is an example. When you click the link it will take you to a breeder and on the side click more and it says all the info. When you scroll down below it says all the info about the breeder. But you are right I have to look for a breeder that values quality over quantity. Definitely.

Link: Gold Country Cavaliers - Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Puppies For Sale - Born on 09/15/2020

Wasn't doubting your capabilities, there's just so much that goes into training it's good to be well informed.

Yes, I agree.

 

Speaking as a parent (and grandparent), showing you're ready to take on the responsibility of a dog might accomplish more than begging. When my daughter was young she wanted a horse. I told her that I wasn't opposed to it, but it wasn't going to happen as long as it was a fight getting her to take care of the animals she already had. That never happened, and she never got a horse.

I think she knows I could take care of one, but she doesn't want fur and drool and just the all around dog vibe

 

I think she knows I could take care of one, but she doesn't want fur and drool and just the all around dog vibe

That's reasonable.

 

Both of the breeds you’re eyeing are SHED MONSTERS. Just for fun, here’s a Japanese Spitz (very similar to an American Eskimo) I used to groom. When I was done with him I’d be picking 4 inch long hairs out of my eyes all day. Awesome dog but his coat maintenance was no joke.

 

Both of the breeds you’re eyeing are SHED MONSTERS. Just for fun, here’s a Japanese Spitz (very similar to an American Eskimo) I used to groom. When I was done with him I’d be picking 4 inch long hairs out of my eyes all day. Awesome dog but his coat maintenance was no joke.

Awwww! Sooo cute! I will tackle the shedding! Hopefully...