What could it be?
The groomer said she couldn’t shave half off but would have to use scissors, warning us that Gus’s coat might not be perfectly even. We said that would be fine, since he wasn’t going to be in any parades. After his clip, bath, and brush, Gus looked great. But then Sunday I noticed three “bumps” in his coat when I went to pet him – two just below his neck, one on his tummy. I know the bumps weren’t there Thursday evening when I gave him his pre-groomer brush. On closer inspection – that is, parting his coat – the “bumps” look like scabs. Tiny scabs that might have been made by the point of scisscors. Is it possible Gus moved while he was being clipped and got tiny jabs? I would hate to ask the groomer – she really is great – but I don’t know what else they could be. Any groomers out there who might be able to shed some light on this? Does this happen on occasion? Or does anyone have any ideas as to what the “scabs” might be? Gus doesn’t seem bothered by them, no scratching or anything, but I’m worried now and wondered if a visit to the vet might be in order. BTW -- It's been positively FRIGID the last few days (nighttime temps hovering around 15 below zero) and we haven't been able to take Gus for his usual walks, so I don't think he "picked up" anything outside. Thanks in advance for your input. |
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it sounds like you know what the bumps are, just can't prove it. 
I had the same thing done last weekend BUT we had asked her be be half of her coat. That would have left 1 3/4 inchees. When I got there to be picked up she had been cut to 1/2 inch and parts of her you could see her skin. The top of her nose was shaved to the point of very pink skin showing. NEVER going back to her again. Hubby was so mad. 
The groomer said she had to shave some of her, she had some matts. I have been brushing daily for a month since I got all the right grooming tools. I am going to do it from now on and also find a new groomer for a back up. |
| He very well could have. Similar situation Obe got razor burn on his private area a few months ago. I dont for one minute think the groomer intentionally did it. I'm sure he moved just a bit and it was enough to cause an irritation. |
| I have no idea what the bumps might be. If he isn't bothering with them, I'd take a wait & see approach. I do all my own grooming (except for some final trimming the day of shows). Have ever since I got my 1st show dog back in 1997. Before that I took our OES to a super groomer. Just to cut a bit of slack for the groomers (I know not all of them are the same or as good as the next one) I have found that most people who swear they spent hours on a "pre-groomer" brushing are telling the truth but they also are not getting all the way down to the skin in all the hidden places especially. If the average owner could do this they most likely wouldn't be paying for a grooming. I say this becasue I have owners of our dogs who come to me occasionally & say "Would you help me clip my dog down. I have him in pretty good shape. We've been brushing like crazy". Now, they know ahead of time that if they aren't mat free, I need to use a #7 blade which gives a closer cut than the #3-3/4 blade they like. The majority of the time, it would take me several hours to get the dog in shape for the latter blade. On the other hand, some groomers will shave upon finding 1 little mat. Most likely what I would do is interview groomers & ask those questions which are important to you. Also ask them for a "hands on feel" as to what they consider a condition that they can scissor or they need to shave & with what kind of blade. A good groomer, if faced with having to do differently than you requested, will call first & explain your options before shaving the dog. |
OES Mommy wrote: I have been brushing daily for a month since I got all the right grooming tools.
I am going to do it from now on and also find a new groomer for a back up. One other thing to consider is to have someone show you the correct way to brush. Having the proper tools does really help (as you mentioned) but you still need to know the correct way to brush or you won't be getting your dog mat free. The best person to find would be someone who shows their dogs & does all their own grooming. |
Marilyn, I printed out the web site on Staceys profile. That is what I used to go by. Please take a look at it and tell me if this is the Ok way to groom. Thanks for the advice. 
Deana |
| FWIW I brush Marley not everyday - but regularlly and I can't tell you haow many times I have brushed her (and I still comb so I know I get to pink skin) and found cuts or bumps or scabs the next day. |
| Hi,
I am a groomer and it could be a couple of things, if you have your sheepie clipped and the groomer isn't checking the blade it does get hot and if your not careful this will cause a burn, also when clipping sensitive area's its very easy to nip. It would be very unusual for it to be the scissor points!!!! They could also be allergic to the clippers, it's your groomers job to find out why this is happening. If you have any doubts with your groomer ask if they do any other sheepies, if they do ask to speak to the owner or go to the salon when they have one in. It is your right to ask questions, I also show new customers my City and Guilds qualifications I welcome being questioned because I'm proud of what I do and I know have 5 sheepie's. I would defiantly talk with your groomer and ask if anything happened, occasionally the dog may not be happy keep moving around and if there not used to be dogs it can get very tiring which is why we need extreme amounts of patience to do this job. |
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