Category Archives: Grooming

Green Apple Shampoo (Mela Verde)


This is the IVSan Bernard long coat green apple fragrance shampoo.
I used it as is, it lathered a lot and give shininess and softness as promised for one dog, however my other peke’s coat got greasy.
This shampoo needs to be mixed 1:3 with water as it is concentrated.
http://shop.ivsanbernard.info/GREEN-APPLE-Mela-Verde-SHAMPOO-1000-ML-354.htm?categoryId=-1
The bottle suggests to dilute 1 part of shampoo to 3 parts of water; I tried once but wasn’t satisfied with the result, it did not wash as well as used pure. You don’t need to use a lot when used pure.

Mineral Plus Anti-Itch Lotion


This Mineral Plus Anti-Itch Lotion is great when the skin is irritated and red.It stings a little bit if the skin is very bad as it cleans bacteria. Overall it was great; I saw improvement.
Simply apply on the infected area and gently massage until absorbed.
http://shop.ivsanbernard.info/MINERAL-PLUS-ANTI-ITCH-LOTION-125-ML-842.htm?categoryId=-1

Baby powder and brush

When a long hair peke does his business, it is no surprise that poop stucks in the coat.
To fix this little problem you just need to put baby powder or cornstarch on the poop and brush gently with a slicker Brush. I use Top Paw Self Cleaning Soft Slicker Brush. The poop may spread a little as you brush,  simply reapply baby powder and brush again until clean.This little trick is very useful during dog shows, so I always carry these two items with me .