Grooming Guides

Grooming Guide- Pekingese

Grooming Your Pekingese

1) Conditioning Between Shows:
This is the most important part of any conditioning program. The time and effort you put in here will be rewarded on show day.
These three breeds have been put together because the construction (make-up) of the coats are alike. Both have a short woolly undercoat and longer straighter guard coat. Unless the coat has been neglected and been used prior (such as flea powders, etc.) they usually do not require that bathing is not necessary, however a clean coat and skin will yield a beautiful profuse coat. Many of the skin problems seen in these breeds are the result of not bathing often enough. The skin is oily naturally and then when it becomes dirty this makes a great place for bacterial infections to grow.
Bathe the coat with #1 ALL SYSTEMS SUPER CLEANING AND CONDITIONING SHAMPOO at least every 10 to 14 days. The way a dog lives, the area he exercises in, and how messy he is should determine if more often is necessary. Remember our shampoo is pH neutral so only the excess oil and dirt are removed. So it is literally safe enough to be used everyday if necessary. It will not soften the natural texture. Always rinse thoroughly, as leaving soap in the coat can cause irritation. Then the dog will scratch, and scratching is the enemy of a show coat.

Next use the Product Stabilizer, Coat Retexturizer, and Skin Refresher. This will assure that all excess conditioner, oil or soap has been safely removed. If there are any infections brewing the bacteria will be killed. The pH on the skin made hostile to further bacteria, thereby allowing the skin to heal naturally. Use 1-2 ounces diluted in 32 ounces of water. Use applicator type bottle to pour evenly through coat. Leave on for 60- 90 seconds then rinse thoroughly. This is a natural ginger scented citrus product. It will leave the coat sparkling clean, ready to accept the next conditioning step. All residues are safely removed.
#1 ALL SYSTEMS Premium Protein Pack and Pre-chalk is ideal for conditioning these coats. You may either dilute it with water or apply full strength. The best ratio is in an 8 ounce bottle 5-6 pumps of the Premium Protein Pack. Fill bottle } way with hot water , cover and shake vigorously to mix, then fill the rest of way with warm water and shake ag in. Mist coat completely with this solution. Be sure to get all the way to the skin. During the week, the coat may be brushed and misted to maintain moisture level. If you elect to apply full strength do so a layer at a time. Go from hair root to ends of coat, brush to remove any dead coat. A blow dryer on warm may be used at this point to deepen conditioning and aid in gently easing out dead coat.

2) Preparing the Coat for Show Day.
Shampoo the coat with the #1 ALL SYSTEMS SUPER CLEANING AND CONDITIONING SHAMPOO once to remove the dirt and the second time to remove any excess conditioner that may not have been utilized by the skin and coat. Rinse completely between each shampoo.
Use the Product Stabilizer, Coat Retexturizer and Skin Refresher, 1-2 ounces to a 32 ounce bottle. Leave in coat for a minimum
of 60 - 90 seconds, then rinse thoroughly.
Gently blot coat dry with clean towel. Spray the Hair Revitalizer and Instant Anti-Static Coat spray into the coat as you brush and blow the coat dry. Brush and blow in the direction you want it to end up. The Revitalizer will help to texturize and pull the coat together. It will not leave it greasy. You will have the necessary body without the buildup associated with hairsprays, mousses or silicon products.

AT THE SHOW GROOMING:
Once at the show, if a quick touch-up is needed to freshen feet, rears, faces, and bibs; use the Self-Rinse Shampoo diluted 7 parts water 1 part shampoo. Spray into area to be cleaned, blot with clean towel terry or paper. Repeat until completely clean. Dry with blow dryer if possible. If this is not possible, spray with Self-Rinse and then powder with cornstarch and leave seta few minutes until it drys. Then brush powder out.

Preparing The Coat For The Show Ring:
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Layer the coat with a solution of the #1 ALL SYSTEMS Premium Protein Pack and Pre-Chalk depending on coats thickness. The thinner the coat the more concentrated the solution should be.
The average coat will take 5-6 pumps of the Premium Pack Pack to 8 ounces of warm water. Use Protein Pack spray first then powder. Either use baby cornstarch or one of the antiseptic powder, designed for skin. Brush with your favorite #1 ALL SYSTEMS Ultimate Pin Brush. Once the pin brush goes all the way through the coat, follow with the #1 ALL SYSTEMS Slicker thoroughly brushed. This will also help fluff up the coat for maximum body. The #1 ALL SYSTEMS Premium Protein Pack and Pre Chalk is designed not only to condition the skin and coat but also to hold the powder/Chalk in the coat .

After showing, brush out excess and spray coat thoroughly with the Protein Pack and Pre-Chalk.
In some very rare instances the coat may require additional moisture. In these cases a combination of the #1 ALL SYSTEMS Protein Lotion Conditioner and Pure Cosmetic Lanolin Plus and Hair Emollients is best. Prepare a solution of 2 caps of the Protein Conditioner and 1-2 caps of the Pure Cosmetic Lanolin in a 32 ounce bottle. Put the conditioner and lanolin in the hot water. Replace cap and shake vigorously to mix completely . Next fill the rest of the way with warm water replace cap and shake again. Because the lanolin is light than water it has a tendency to separate, so frequent shaking will be necessary to maintain the proper solution and mixture for the coat.
Mist coat every 3-5 days and brush is necessary. This solution will restore the natural moisture balance required for maximum hair growth. The coats become very thick with this regimen. This is not to be used before showing, and a bath is recommended before showing if this is the procedure you are using for between shows conditioning.

It is suggested that you not use powders which contain talc or heavy perfumes as they can cause irritation to the skin and static in the hair. Static causes coat breakage and encourage the build up of dirt.