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vicky
06-24-2003, 04:58 AM
i have just bougt a boxer puppy, she is 6 weeks old and a bit smelly i wass wondering if any one could tell me when i can wash/bath her.:p
Kfamr
06-24-2003, 05:03 AM
Does she have stitches from being fixed or anything? Where did you get her from?
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vicky
06-24-2003, 05:08 AM
Originally posted by Kfamr
Does she have stitches from being fixed or anything? Where did you get her from?
Welcome to Pet Talk!
no she is a very health and lively little puppy, i got her as a presant from my mumsdogs litter. all the litter and both parents are very healthy.
Kfamr
06-24-2003, 05:10 AM
If she doesn't have any stitches from being fixed, then there should be no problem in bathing her. Just use some puppy shampoo. :) I do suggest you get her fixed though. :)
IttyBittyKitty
06-24-2003, 05:29 AM
Boxers are great dogs ... just the way they "bounce" through life is enough to brighten any day!
She should be right for a bath so long as she doesn't have the stiches as mentioned above.
:)
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lovemyshiba
06-24-2003, 08:55 AM
Welcome to Pet Talk!!!!
I think you can bathe her now, just use puppy shampoo, and be careful not to get any in her precious little eyes.
I would love to see pictures!!!:)
lv4dogs
06-24-2003, 09:28 AM
First I want to give you a big warm welcome to pet talk & congrats on your new addition.
Originally posted by Kfamr
If she doesn't have any stitches from being fixed, then there should be no problem in bathing her. Just use some puppy shampoo. :) I do suggest you get her fixed though. :)
You can bathe her now just use a gentle puppy shampoo. I too sugest you get her fixed but I believe in waiting until she is 6 months so her body can grow & develope more properly.
As far as stink goes it may also be coming from her ears. dogs w/ floppy ears are more prone to ear problems. You should get her to the vet for an exam & she is probably about due for another set of shots. The vet should look into the ears as part of the exam & they will be able to tell you if they need cleaning or medicine. Also I reccomend you enroll into a good reputable puppy class.
GSDgurl
06-24-2003, 10:45 AM
Hey n' Welcome to PET TALK~!!! Glad to see ya here....n' congrats on your new addition~!!
Can't wait to see some pictures~!
You can give her a bath anytime...like said above. I gave Colby(my puppy) a bath right when we got him b/c he stunk too.
Fox-Gal
06-25-2003, 12:03 AM
Like everyone said now is a good time for a bath.
Also the earlier you start the baths the easier it going to be as she gets older. Get her use to it. I've had Boxes all my life, from birth on, and most Boxers don't like baths. I have 3 right now and all 3 run when they hear the water running.
You got a good breed though, I love the Boxer breed. Be ready though, Boxes never seem to really grow out of their puppy ways. Always ready to play, even when your not. :D Hope you have a nice size yard for her to run off some engery in. ;)
Good luck and enjoy her.
Just wanted to welcome you to Pet Talk. : )
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