We do a lot of Great Pyrs and Malamutes. Sometimes, shaving is the last resort. The key, is to inform the owners that once the dog is shaved is to brush them daily as the new undercoat and top coat grows. This allows for the undercoat to grow at or near the same rate as top coat so that the matting and shedding is minimized. It does not damage the hair. I wish people would quit saying that. The key… is the after care of the undercoat once it’s been shaved! Owners have to be diligent. Even if they have to hire some local kid to come daily to just brush the dog 😂 it has to be done.
@creative25798 ай бұрын
What kind of brush should they use?
@JudicialMermaid8 ай бұрын
@@creative2579 Slicker brush! Or even a simple one like the “Wet” Brush you can get from regular stores around town. The key is to just brush them daily as it is growing to promote the hair to regrow properly so the undercoat does not start to mat as the guard hairs (the coarse long ones) are growing.
@horsewhisperer2039415 күн бұрын
It’s not just having a brush, it’s the tools being correct too. For long haired breeds, the Chris Christensen rake is required for long haired along with a splitter for matting and a shaver to go behind the legs/ears/sanitary/legs/stomach where most of the matting occurs. Also to get them stripped each shedding season by a groomer to prevent the matting this poor dog has. It must have hurt a great deal, and the dermatitis is a sign that the owners, have (unwittingly?) neglected this dog.
@lynnfischer36369 ай бұрын
❤ I have so much respect for you and this grooming was awesome!! TU
@dferrantiJfr8 ай бұрын
Such a HUGE undertaking. You do a great service Marybeth and I learn so much about dog maintenance. Thanks so much.
@lizholmes273010 ай бұрын
I return to this video every so often. He is such a beautiful big dog, with a fantastic coat but it's not in the best condition, it looks dry. It is also refusing to let the undercoat loosen from the outer hair. Heartbreaking to make the decision to shave him but he needed it no matter what he is saying to you... Its great you made him feel better, lighter, non itchy, hot etc.....
@judyhuffman589311 ай бұрын
I really can not understand why the viewers criticize you for shaving a severely matted dog! We all know that you do ONLY wht is best for the dog. Bless you, MaryBeth!!
@nicholahenwood819111 ай бұрын
He is NOT severely matted !
@tonycamaj724311 ай бұрын
Because every matted dog that goes to her usually gets shaved. If you watch any other groomer for ex girl with the dog you’ll see extremely matted dogs that she grooms without shaving.
@nicholahenwood819111 ай бұрын
@@tonycamaj7243she didn’t even try !
@jeanettelong-i6j11 ай бұрын
This dog was in good shape from what I could see, the blade went through the hair fairly easy, even when wet. He should have been brushed prior to bath to remove some of undercoat and remove/trim any matting. Yes, clipping a dirty dog dulls blades, I did not see dirty water from this dog...buy new blades. Have you ever thought that instead of constantly making a dog turn around that maybe you could go to the other side of the table, especially on a big dog like this who isn't used to the table? You show a lot of frustration, if you are so worried about your health (and the dog) maybe you should not take on a dog that requires the extra effort. Brushes and combs are there for a reason, your fingers are neither of these. Anybody can shave a dog, so before anyone says anything, I was a professional groomer for over 30 years.
@AngieLea11 ай бұрын
@@tonycamaj7243girl with dogs is the best groomer on youtube. I find this channel only does shave downs.
@judithquinones70369 ай бұрын
This is so true & believe they will make sure that pup eats before they do I have seen it they take good care of their dogs 🐶👍 Great job 👍
@sjochim99346 ай бұрын
The people that will give you hate for this are obviously not dog groomers or they are groomers but haven’t been doing it long enough to see this type of coat in this condition. I applaud you for this decision. It’s much better for the dog.
@joanohalleran17524 ай бұрын
His face is ADORABLE!!!! ❤
@danielle-yd5dp9 ай бұрын
Hes like i am most certainly not fine! Im naked n now ur trynna touch my paws? Lol 😆
@barbarastockhausen58679 ай бұрын
I have watched your videos for a long time- maybe years. I took my black lab -golden retriever mix, 145 lb dog to a groomer. First, to find one was a challenge. Not every groomer will work with big dogs. We asked for a summer cut!!! I couldn’t keep up with brushing. It was a great idea!!😮😅😊
@gracegoodenough589511 ай бұрын
Just have to send him home with a blankie until this cold snap passes!❤ He is so well-behaved and patient.
@MrsMedicate10 ай бұрын
I had to shave a Samoyed once and it broke my heart. When the matting is too severe there is nothing you can do but hope for the best.
@marieutterback-sm5to10 ай бұрын
These double coated dog take a lot of WORK. Not just water conditioner laid on, blowing. You must use more than a slicker brush. Comb, shedding comb, matt breaker, ya it takes more than a slicker.
@MarieSmith-yi4pe2 ай бұрын
I don’t understand how anyone can hate you. You always do what’s best for the dog. You’re such a caring person. And you always do a wonderful job. I just love your channel. Thank you for all you do.❤
@maggiehaughey54089 ай бұрын
That was a long and hard job,hope you got a well deserved big tip
@sylviahernandez16018 ай бұрын
U kept saying"feet" showing how much he caught your heart. He's still better than he was.. I can't imagine how uncomfortable he was with the hair and skin concern aside from the matted hair. Keep showing the love. Much love and respect #mybestfriend #loyalty
@finnsfrolic432811 ай бұрын
What a beautiful dog. I almost think he needs a carwash system instead of a bathing system, haha. I wonder if sheep shears would be better for him?
@БоброваЕлена-г8я11 ай бұрын
Сколько же терпения и любви к собакам должно быть у мастера груминга!!! Это же кошмар! Какая же вы молодец!
@violapinkgin11 ай бұрын
YOU DID A GREAT JOB ON SHAVING HIM! OTHER PEOPLE PROBABLY WILL HAVE NEGATIVE COMMENTS BUT I THINK YOU DID HIM WELL YOUR WAY! HE WAS SUCH A GREAT PATIENT DOG. GOOD ON YOU THANKYOU!! 🐾🥀🐾🥀
@normahainline8 ай бұрын
As long as you do what's best for the dog(which you alway do.) People dhould understand and not hate you. If they do there not worth it. You are amazing. Thank you gor all you do.
@juliedelorme79103 ай бұрын
You love your job and you take such care shaving these poor matted dogs down. You are so gentle with them even some of the most difficult dogs. Thank you for taking such care of them sending you love hugs and prayers honey❤🎉
@sharondyott6510Ай бұрын
Great groom you did your best and that is all anyone can ask. He looked so much more comfortable.. that was one sense mat. 😳 I'm sure the owners understand what needed to be done. ❤
@grammacaves11 ай бұрын
Sometimes the only way to get the dog clean and brushed. Do you recommend the owners put a shirt on him until his fur grows in a little? Just wondering in the unlikely event I ever have to do that with my double coated dog.
@JulieanneBjerke11 ай бұрын
Wow, you put so much loving effort into the total groom for this very pacient dog (except where his feet were concerned)! $130 for this groom was a real deal for the owner. You are great!❤
@TinaDeutscher-s3k9 ай бұрын
You are awesome! You do a great job on all your dogs !!! Smile !!!
@RaeVermont8 ай бұрын
I am a grooming student and your videos are both hilarious and helpful! If possible, could you show the full after shot of your dogs in the future? Also, do you have an update on the malamute? I am curious how the poor thing's hair grew back.
@KSJen10 ай бұрын
It is what it is. Owner should put more work on whatever breed they have.
@danaonaga193611 ай бұрын
So cute when he was sniffing the doggie foo-foo you sprayed on him!
@dianebinns990511 ай бұрын
Just seeing that face. You just want to kiss him! AAWW So cute! 😘 If I lived out there. You would be the only one to take care of my Pumpkin. He's a Cockapoo. That's my boy!
@sylviahernandez16018 ай бұрын
I 💙 what heart u give to the animals and no judgement to these fams. There's always gonna be shade but you're the one taking care of the dogs and working hard for them and your loved ones. Much respect!! ✊💙Id love to help if the option ever presented itself. What a beautiful responsibility.
@von-iv1jo10 ай бұрын
God Bless you for your commitment to the animals
@laurak966610 ай бұрын
People don't realize that there's organizations that helps cover the cost, there might be conditions attached depending on where you ask for help.
@brendagoddard349411 ай бұрын
Aww, poor boy. Most malamutes don't spend a whole lot of time inside.Shaving him is like shearing a sheep.lol.Sadly he needed to be shaved for his benefit.
@shanynfarrar306410 ай бұрын
Do you stop and give the dog water and/or treat? Never had a pet before due to allergies and asthma.
@MrsMedicate10 ай бұрын
You shouldn't give out treats without talking to the owner first in case the dog has allergies. I'm sure he got a bowl of ester after the groom
@coco-loves-pink-wine52666 ай бұрын
I'm also allergic so I got a toy poodle a month ago and it has brought so much love and joy to me. She's all over my face with kisses and my allergies are fine!
@elsacruz612411 ай бұрын
It’s unfortunate he had to get a shave… but I’m sure he felt better.. good thing it’ll grow back 😊
@mohamadfateh-ic7hw4 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤You are right, don't be tired, I am proud of you from Iran
@shanaleelmt11 ай бұрын
😂 😂 😂 that little tail
@creative25798 ай бұрын
When should the owner start brushing him now and with what type of brush?
@Howlinghearts4 ай бұрын
A slicker brush works best for dogs like this and the owner should’ve started brushing him since way before
@basiorek258511 ай бұрын
So cute. Good job! 🙂🤩❤👋
@ewafredriksson58264 ай бұрын
Are you back in your old shop or are you re uploading?
@hydrobetty576510 ай бұрын
The fact there was a fungus or something under his coat was a tell tell sign something was wrong and needed to be treated that no one saw…as well as all the matting. In this case it’s putting the dog first. Hopefully he can be inside away from high sun and the cold. Such a well behaved doggy❤
@marieutterback-sm5to10 ай бұрын
You don't have to take a double coated dog to the skin. Usually
@HeatherLedford-s3p11 ай бұрын
Hello there Marybeth. Thank you so very much for everything you do. Your hard work and dedication is outstanding 👍💪. This boy was so well behaved
@StoneWolf998018 күн бұрын
If you can't spend a little bit of time each day to brush and groom a dog like this, then don't own a dog like this. They need to be brushed daily! My long hair Chihuahua's get brushed three times a day, 10 minutes each time, and they have never had a Matt or even a single tangle. And there double coated and I've never taken s issues or trimmers to there coats except for toes and a little sanitary strip. Pantaloons, ruffs, tails, all are full and fluffy! They gets bath every other week, and there coats are shiny and white, there combs go through them easy and they feel fluffy and soft and smellgood. My girls are beautifu!! It jut takes a little bit of effort, and if you do it daily, even on a big dog, it's less work. And its a bonding time with your dog.
@Molten49 ай бұрын
I so agree. Pets are not luxury items that only the wealthy should have in their oversized Gucci bags. People who go from paycheck to paycheck often take better care of their pets than themselves. Some people are having difficulties right now, as you said, but meanwhile the cost of living is up and the costs of food and health care for their pets has become ridiculous. I am not saying pets don't deserve it but Vets and Corporations could be more reasonable. They are capitalizing on the people who tell everyone else what to do. Oh, btw, my son's husky is big a loves sleeping in a small crate, (instead of her big one). Do you, Marybeth. People do like to *****! This was a tough one! Great job going with the flow!
@lisakane67089 ай бұрын
How much would it be if this was a paid groom marybeth?
@Howlinghearts4 ай бұрын
Probably 100 dollars depends on how many hours it takes
@gladyscollazo53565 ай бұрын
Hi Marybeth did this dog have a fungal infection or yeast infection poor thing to go through this🐩❤️
@TheTropicalsummer7 ай бұрын
Is his head to be trimmed too
@susannazadoyan14679 ай бұрын
So cute!!! Perfect job!!! I am enjoying every time!! God bless!!!
@nanholmes922910 ай бұрын
When you have to shave a double coated dog does it grow back double coated?
@Howlinghearts4 ай бұрын
Most of the time it doesn’t sometimes it grows back patchy and it’s very rare for it to grow back the same way
@Rebecca-vb9mz11 ай бұрын
Hi Mary Beth,you did a great job on the Malamute he looked really nice.Would you mind telling us the dogs name when groom them? It's fun to hear what people name their pets.You need a comfy chair an a cold beverage so you can relax.Take care of yourself.❤
@caryncarlson71805 ай бұрын
I used to groom my parents dog a few years ago. It is not easy. It's a hard job
@juliedelorme79104 ай бұрын
His coat reminds me sheep fleece, almost need sheep shears😊
@StevenPhelps-sr8co7 ай бұрын
Very nice job! I would be exhausted behind him. Awesome job 💯👏🏽
@normahainline8 ай бұрын
He seems to love his new dew. Great jod. Looks great.
@joanrose917011 ай бұрын
Girl, to all those haters out there, let them groom a day in your salon! Until they deal with what you go through they don’t know. So like I always say, be like Donald Duck - just be flat footed and don’t give a £uck!! You are a great groomer and know exactly;u what the dog needs.
@nicholahenwood819111 ай бұрын
You don’t k ow malamutes then they should never be shaved
@mindymattics751910 ай бұрын
Marybeth! It's probably a good thing you did shave that big, handsome boy. Otherwise, you wouldn't have found that sore and smell on his back. People need to get over it and stop being so mean. Marybeth is doing what's best for him. The owners are aware, so it's not like she is doing anything wrong. If anything, he will feel much better now that his sore can heal properly. Be nice or find another channel. Marybeth is an amazing groomer.😊
@horsewhisperer2039415 күн бұрын
A rest during the clip might be helpful for this dog. It may have arthritis, which is common in larger breeds. It can hurt to stand up for so long during a groom.
@joanohalleran17524 ай бұрын
He's adorable...but his feet look like horse hooks. I admire you for taking on such a huge job! No pun intended there. 😁
@TerriFernlund9 ай бұрын
You did great girl! Yup, you needed to call it. Hurting the dog or yourself isn't worth the risk.
@valeriedemoore498511 ай бұрын
Great job!!!
@Thresa.Greeno3 ай бұрын
😂😂 hit big long long deep shagged hair kind of reminds me it looks like you got in the shade shave that way it looks like sheep fur lol
@suzanneprock58649 ай бұрын
😊you did what you could
@heatherferguson764611 ай бұрын
Poor boy was this winter time that he had to be shaved?
@audreyconner865511 ай бұрын
I always had to trim mine down in the summer because of hot spots. I always cut the most of it with scissors then comb then clip. During the summer she always wanted to be outside. These dogs were ment for cold weather. I would brush her evey other day and still have problems. So I understand how bad it can get and sometimes that's the best thing for the dog.
@janeyumasheva859911 ай бұрын
The double coat is letting them stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Mother nature made it already, don't touch the double coat. And all professional groomers don't use the cage, because it causes extra stress for the dog. Poor malamute, hope he would stay healthy and not get alopecia or "coat funk", so he has to be shaved all his life. 😢
@audreyconner865511 ай бұрын
My dog was 10 years old. She started getting hot spots so I took her to the vet. He said I needed to shave her in the summer and change her food. I did both. I hated doing the cut because I loved her long hair. She did better after that. It gets in the 100s here and 90s at night. She couldn't pant enough to keep cool. She was kept in a 6' chain link fence.@@janeyumasheva8599
@fantasy426110 ай бұрын
@@janeyumasheva8599his health is being compromised. He needed shaved at this point.
@Thresa.Greeno3 ай бұрын
Wow he's really pretty pretty pretty dog he's got all that long long hair he's so cute a pretty size big dog I bet if he was standing on the floor I bet he's Papi tall and he probably stands up to your knees
@laurak966610 ай бұрын
The dog feels air on this skin for the first time in years.
@W4RY3NTRY11 ай бұрын
You treat and care for these animals better than most county shelters.
@klaudiarohr506610 ай бұрын
So ein schöner süßer lieber Hund den würde ich gerne haben wollen ❤❤
@GamblingGal4 ай бұрын
Looks as though with this much hair and the natural shedding process would make these long hair animals miserable with itching. I don't know a lot about these things, but maybe regular brushing could help with this. 💕💕💕🐕
@shanaleelmt11 ай бұрын
Fuzzy Wuzzy was a malamute 😂❤
@terrywilliams782511 ай бұрын
He looks like husty and cross breed with a German Shephard he is gorgeous 😍
@danlabelle621010 ай бұрын
For D Dog should I never got to this point I get mine girl every month end it helps a lot no Maddie you’re not matting
@believe_0510 ай бұрын
I enjoy your videos 😊 😊😊😊
@jeanamsl715011 ай бұрын
Great work lot hair on that dog
@TheTropicalsummer7 ай бұрын
I wonder if another groomer hit his nails or feet at one time
@jantravis461611 ай бұрын
You did a good job on him. I kinda laughed when you said hamster well I don't have any hamsters but I have three pet rats that I got from a lady that didn't have time and stuff to care for them plus my rats are my emotional support animals for my health issues. This dog was pretty good. I think you did a awesome job and it is what's best for the dog. 😊
@marieutterback-sm5to7 ай бұрын
Risk Getting Bit ?? He never made any attempt like he was going to bite you.
@cc-ix8dz2 ай бұрын
I feel bad for you. That you need a rain coat with big dogs😂❤
@johnborrelli696711 ай бұрын
Old video and shop said eas was taking time off from u tubing for family
@ninavoloshina150811 ай бұрын
А зачем грива?
@toniberry39086 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@danlabelle621010 ай бұрын
Awesome job girl
@deanschneck72311 ай бұрын
MB, meaning no disrespect, but we have never heard of a Malamute needing to be shaved. What were the owners thinking? They should be brushing him so that he wouldn't need to be shaved down to the skin. They are cold weather dogs. We would imagine that it will take a long time before his full coat has grown again.
@deanschneck72311 ай бұрын
MB - Why don't both of you take a break? What about his head? He seems to be at his limit of being patient.
@ElliottG199511 ай бұрын
I’ve come to understand that de-matting will only cause pain, especially on a dog with severe matting, so a shave down, even on a double coated dog, is in fact a last resort…
@celebrantsue591011 ай бұрын
You're amazingly skilled and patient. Ignore anyone who says otherwise! May I ask about the tattoo??
@charlottemaschack170011 ай бұрын
I have more than one log coated dogs. I always brush them out before bathing. This coat did not look that bad. Undercoat on a Malamute only comes out when it's shedding season. It's not that he is double coated it's saving a beautiful coat takes work and time. Shaving is easy. I had a Malamute and I would never have allowed this. I see a normal Malamute coat.
@nicholahenwood819111 ай бұрын
Me too, it’s just lazy grooming and I can’t believe she left him in that dryer for an hour with no coat I could cry !
@nicholahenwood819111 ай бұрын
@@stephieblablahe ISNT a matted Mal he has a normal coat she is just making the owners look bad but his cot looks normal She didn’t even try to give him a proper groom then stuck him in a drier for a whole hour with virtually bare skin. What was she thinking what was taking an hour to dry he had no fur !
@jeanettelong-i6j11 ай бұрын
Yes, you are correct. I usually don't comment on this channel, but had to this time, and made a comment before reading the others. This was just wrong, shaved the poor dog that was in good shape. She has a lot to learn when it comes to grooming skills. Thanks
@kathycortez23211 ай бұрын
Yall are wrong for judging Marybeth I don’t see any of yall offer to pay for his groom you see how matted he was so don’t judge other people for trying to help the dog and his owner 🤔
@marieutterback-sm5to10 ай бұрын
He wasn't matted until she didn't brush out before adding water. Then she didn't use forceful water pressure to try and get the hair worked out. She just laid conditioner on top. She didn't clean with hands down to skin. Many wrong moves things. She always says for free to help dogs. She doesn't groom she shaves 99%
@JanetteLundy4 ай бұрын
Do what you do and forget the rest.
@reneebear3753 ай бұрын
Honestly this looks more like compaction than matting?? you can't pull apart matted hair so easily when grabbed.. There was no attempt at even a high velocity blow dry to see if the hair actually flies out? I know there was mention of why you dont scrub in product, but if there is matting, or even a coat as THICK as this guys, there's no way it'll get down to the skin without a scrub. I'm not an expert but I have my fair share of watching groomers and what they do and some of the techniques they use *ahemgirlwiththedogs*
@juliedelorme79104 ай бұрын
Honey you do a fantastic job with every dog you groom. It's sometimes necessary to shave a double coat.youxhave said it many times you hate to do that but you have his best interests fat heart
@LexisLoves5 ай бұрын
NGL, that cage does look a bit tight for his size. 😅
@shanaleelmt11 ай бұрын
....or get a short haired dog
@sheiladickerson51989 ай бұрын
You had to do what was best for the sweet dog. He surely feels better.
@JanetteLundy4 ай бұрын
Do what you do and for gettheresat
@manonburton321210 ай бұрын
His head looks terrible Poor baby
@123magnus11 ай бұрын
I don't understand why you restarted your channel?
@sarawhiteman745911 ай бұрын
Marybeth is skilled and her channel is very instructive. I look forward to new content, but enjoy the old videos too.
@EL-OH-EN-D-OH-EN5 ай бұрын
@@sarawhiteman7459there’s no skill in shaving every dog!
@Howlinghearts4 ай бұрын
@@EL-OH-EN-D-OH-ENit’s per owner request I don’t agree with it but she is there to do a service and these dogs are not her dogs blame the owners! Not her!
@omadeitz33409 ай бұрын
The royal battle of wills, you will and dog says I don't think so. Just so that breed I love you till you want me to do what.
@faithg976611 ай бұрын
You tried so hard to avoid a shavedown & he did so well through it all.
@marieutterback-sm5to10 ай бұрын
She didn't do everything. She did somewhat easy things. Wash conditioner and mild water pressure.
@britneycollins177410 ай бұрын
You can clearly tell the dog is matted!
@healingsprings1111 ай бұрын
Its a shame he had to be shaved to the skin but he seems happy about it. Less weight from the matting. 😊
@deanschneck72311 ай бұрын
Just one question - How do you know "he seems happy about it"?
@dorotheaisserstedt923811 ай бұрын
Da muss ich aber staunen, dass dieser Hund dieses mal zuerst gebadet wird........ Es fällt auch auf, dass dieser Hund irgendwie ängstlich reagiert, wenn seine Pfoten geputzt werden sollen.
@charlottemaschack170011 ай бұрын
All that beautiful fur could be spun into yarn like the indigenous people of the north did. Dogs like this helped support a whole village. I have been saving my Samoyeds fur for just that purpose. There are still skilled weavers online that can make yarn from fur and weave something for you.