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jargudo
Mar 1, 2009, 01:16 AM
My puppy was born jan 14th which is a month and a bit just as a puppy he is very curious and gets himself in messes.. is it OK for me to bath him so baby?

ChihuahuaMomma
Mar 1, 2009, 03:05 AM
Your puppy is 6 weeks old, it's fine to bathe him.

sajjw
Mar 1, 2009, 06:27 AM
The only thing that would put me off bathing such a young pup is that he might get cold. Only use a shampoo that is for dogs, don't use too much of it and make sure you rinse very thoroughly. Then dry with a towel as best you can and ensure he is kept warm until he is dry. Reward pup for tolerating his bath with praise and even if he will take them, a few treats. He may be frightened by his first bath so be patient and don't string it out, get him in, clean and out as quickly as you can.

tickle
Mar 2, 2009, 06:56 AM
I bathed Taffy at five week old mainly because she was a rescue (had just brought her home) and covered in fleas, and their dirt, in a warm room, I think I used baby shampoo (l0 years ago) and she turned out fine, wasn't traumatized at all.

Your pup doesn't have to be completely bathed if you feel it would harm her. A sponge bath would do as well. Keep the washcloth just for her.