Silky Terrier Hair Care

[silkylover]

Hello!
I have a Silky Terrier that turned 1 last month. His coat doesn't seem to be growing as pretty as I hoped. Instead of long, smooth and shiny it seems short, broken looking and frizzy. He is kept very clean and well groomed. When I bath him I use shampoo and conditioner. I also tried a leave-in conditioner spray, but that seemed to make him itch, so I stopped. I try to be careful with what I use on him because I don't want to irritate his skin. When I brush him I use a slicker brush or a pin cushion brush. Please give me some suggestions for a better coat. Thanks!

[charm38]

great fur happens from the inside out, so a good diet is essential to their coats. also people shampoo is not good for dogs, it strips too much of their natural oils. try an oatmeal shampoo for dogs.

[silkylover]

Hi Charm38!
I was feeding him Science Diet original, but I switched to feeding him Science Diet lamb meal and rice recipe. The lamb meal and rice recipe is said to have fatty acids needed to promote a better coat. Hopefully I will see some better results!