Cookiez Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Hi all, I know there was a similar thread earlier about what people use on their dogs... However, I wanted to know more about these 2 brands specifically. I've been doing a bit of research because I want to try out some new stuff with my dog and I get paid next week. Hehehe. I've noticed with some brands (such as Plush Puppy) you have to dilute the solution. Does anyone know whether this is the case with either Isle of Dogs or Chris Christensen? I am sort of after something convenient and easy to use out of the bottle. I don't have a bathtub or anything and have to shower my dog in the shower (which is open and have no door) so anything that it's easy and straight forward would be great! Do you have a preference between the 2 brands? In particular, does anyone have any experience with their white shampoos? Also does anyone know any other products equivalent to CC Show Off? I would really like to keep something like that on hand for in between baths! Any help would be great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piper Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 (edited) I can't answer on those 2 brands sorry. But in regards to having something convenient to use, I once bought from pet netowrk some shampoo and conditioned bottles. They were basically clear sauce bottles with marks up the side for common dilution rates. So you just put the shampoo in to the relevant mark then filled the bottle. It was easy to use and dispense when bathing them. eta: they still have them, bottom product on this page http://www.petnetwork.com.au/cgi-bin/shopp...;cart_id=338531 Edited November 21, 2010 by piper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becks Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 just what i was going to say - just use an empty bottle which you can fill with the dilutes shampoo ahead of bathtime. Diluted solutions are great for getting into the coat and washing out easier, you also have the option of using it neat for when you need a stronger shampoo on stains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookiez Posted November 22, 2010 Author Share Posted November 22, 2010 Thanks heaps for that! I'll look into the bottles! I was being super lazy and didn't want to have to mix shampoo. Lol. Still don't know what products to splurge my pay on though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted November 22, 2010 Share Posted November 22, 2010 The Chris Christensen White on White is very good. I've not used Isle of Dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whippets Posted November 22, 2010 Share Posted November 22, 2010 You need to experiment so buy both. What works for one dog may not work for another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfin Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 For my coarse-coated dogs, I have recently started using Isle of Dogs and LOVE it! The coats are so clean that they shine, but retain texture even with the conditioner. I am very happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookiez Posted November 23, 2010 Author Share Posted November 23, 2010 Very good to know. Thanks! I've come across a few websites but was wondering if anyone has a preference for a place to buy online? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaJ Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 I've used both AND Kelco - It depends on what you want to achieve. I like Kelco because I can wire up a soft coat. I like the Isle of Dog products because they compliment the other products I use.... I use different ones for different reasons on different coats..It really comes down to what you want to achieve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becks Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 Are you after a white shampoo to just brighten up the white? Do you want stain removal? Do you want your dogs coat to keep the texture or alter it somehow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamSnag Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 Hi all,I know there was a similar thread earlier about what people use on their dogs... However, I wanted to know more about these 2 brands specifically. I've been doing a bit of research because I want to try out some new stuff with my dog and I get paid next week. Hehehe. I've noticed with some brands (such as Plush Puppy) you have to dilute the solution. Does anyone know whether this is the case with either Isle of Dogs or Chris Christensen? I am sort of after something convenient and easy to use out of the bottle. I don't have a bathtub or anything and have to shower my dog in the shower (which is open and have no door) so anything that it's easy and straight forward would be great! Do you have a preference between the 2 brands? In particular, does anyone have any experience with their white shampoos? Also does anyone know any other products equivalent to CC Show Off? I would really like to keep something like that on hand for in between baths! Any help would be great! I wouldnt be using anything isle of dog every again after it stuffed my boys coat.. I do love Chris Christensen show off.. But omg u have to try pure paws risne free shampoo.. smells like bubble gum!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookiez Posted November 24, 2010 Author Share Posted November 24, 2010 TeamSnag: What happened to your dog's coat?! I am basically after something to keep the white white, and perhaps something "gentle" to use in between that will keep him nice and fluffy. I was worried that the white shampoos would be really drying? I would also like to try Show Off for days when I can't be bothered to wash him! Lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamSnag Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 Well the show off is a rinse free shampoo also so the pure paws would also work.. It was very harsh on his coat.. Made it frizzy dry and just yuck!!!! And it was the shampoo they said to use its not like i just brought whatever lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becks Posted November 26, 2010 Share Posted November 26, 2010 Was that just from one usage on him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamSnag Posted November 27, 2010 Share Posted November 27, 2010 Was that just from one usage on him? Yep.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookiez Posted December 2, 2010 Author Share Posted December 2, 2010 Was that just from one usage on him? Yep.. Hmm, that's not good... Maybe I should stay away from it then... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamSnag Posted December 2, 2010 Share Posted December 2, 2010 I still havent got his coat back to 100% how it was before i used it.. its still very very dry n just yuck at times.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaJ Posted December 2, 2010 Share Posted December 2, 2010 (edited) oops Edited December 2, 2010 by AmandaJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sas Posted December 2, 2010 Share Posted December 2, 2010 Was that just from one usage on him? Yep.. Hmm, that's not good... Maybe I should stay away from it then... Or maybe it was a bad batch or just wasn't suitable for their dog. Plenty of people are happy with the products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sagittarian Posted December 2, 2010 Share Posted December 2, 2010 Snags... which specific product was it? We are looking at stocking it as we've trialled it very successful in the salon, so would really love some feedback. Sags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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