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TLDRIn this video, a groomer carefully tends to Shorty, a 9-year-old incontinent Husky with nerve damage, making her grooming a delicate task. The groomer explains the challenges of handling Shorty's condition, including her tendency to urinate when lifted or stressed. The process involves using a belly band to contain urine, a cautious bath in a tub instead of a slippery shower, and a focus on comfort and safety over a perfect groom. Despite Shorty's dramatic reactions, the groomer manages to clean her without causing further distress, highlighting the importance of patience and care in handling special needs pets.
Takeaways
- 🐾 The dog, Shorty, is a 9-year-old Husky with nerve damage causing incontinence.
- 🚿 The groomer has to be cautious due to Shorty's difficulty with her back legs and the risk of her urinating if pressure is applied.
- 🛁 Shorty is groomed in a tub instead of a shower to prevent slipping, which could be dangerous for dogs with mobility issues.
- 👚 A diaper is used during blow drying to manage Shorty's incontinence and prevent her from soiling herself further.
- 🤔 The groomer is uncertain about the specifics of Shorty's condition and plans to ask the owners for more information.
- 😖 Shorty shows signs of distress during grooming, making the groomer consider whether it's due to pain or simply resistance to being groomed.
- 🛑 The groomer decides against using a shedding nozzle due to Shorty's instability and the desire to finish the grooming quickly.
- 🧼 The groomer prioritizes cleaning Shorty and removing her shedding undercoat over achieving a perfect groom due to her condition.
- 👣 The groomer attempts to trim Shorty's paws to provide better grip and reduce slipping, despite the dog's discomfort.
- 🔄 The groomer acknowledges that the grooming session was not perfect but was focused on cleanliness and safety.
- 🏡 The owner's concerns about grooming Shorty themselves due to a lack of equipment and technique are validated by the professional groomer's approach.
Q & A
What is the main issue with the dog named Shorty that the groomer has to deal with?
-Shorty, a 9-year-old husky, has nerve damage which has resulted in incontinence, making grooming a challenging task due to her inability to control urination.
Why does the groomer have to be careful when handling Shorty?
-The groomer must be careful with Shorty because she has difficulty with her back legs and is incontinent, requiring a slow and gentle approach to avoid causing her discomfort or stress.
What special measure is taken to prevent Shorty from peeing during the grooming process?
-To prevent Shorty from peeing during grooming, she is made to wear a diaper while being blow-dried, as pressure on her back or abdomen can trigger urination.
Why does the groomer choose to bathe Shorty in a tub instead of a shower?
-The groomer opts for a tub over a shower to reduce the risk of Shorty slipping on the tile floor, as dogs with mobility issues like Shorty are more prone to injury from falls.
What concerns do Shorty's owners have about grooming her?
-Shorty's owners are concerned about her physical condition and are worried that they lack the proper equipment or technique to groom her without potentially causing her harm.
How does the groomer plan to address Shorty's shedding issue?
-The groomer plans to use a deshedding shampoo to address Shorty's shedding issue, but also decides against using the shedding nozzle due to Shorty's instability and stress during the process.
What is the groomer's strategy for dealing with Shorty's stress during the grooming process?
-The groomer's strategy includes keeping Shorty low and allowing her to lay down to calm her, as well as trying to complete the grooming process as quickly as possible to minimize her stress.
Why does the groomer decide not to wash Shorty's face during the grooming session?
-The groomer decides against washing Shorty's face because she is unable to determine if Shorty is in pain or just being dramatic due to her dislike of the bath.
How does the groomer handle Shorty's incontinence during the final stages of grooming?
-The groomer changes Shorty's saturated diaper and puts her in a crate to finish drying, while also cleaning and disinfecting the area to ensure Shorty is as clean as possible when the owner picks her up.
What adjustments does the groomer make to the grooming process due to Shorty's reactions?
-The groomer decides to forego using the shedding nozzle, does not brush underneath the diaper to avoid triggering more urination, and focuses on cleaning and removing as much of the shedding undercoat as possible without causing additional stress.
What is the groomer's final assessment of Shorty's grooming session?
-The groomer concludes that while the grooming session was stressful for Shorty and not perfect, Shorty looks and smells significantly better, and the groomer sends her home with a diaper to help manage her incontinence.
Outlines
🐕 Introduction to Shorty's Grooming Challenges
The groomer introduces Shorty, a 9-year-old husky with nerve damage and incontinence. These conditions make grooming challenging as she often pees when lifted. The groomer plans to go slow, use a diaper during blow-drying, and ensure Shorty's comfort and safety. The owners are worried about grooming due to Shorty's physical issues, but the groomer is confident.
🛁 Bathing Shorty with Special Care
Shorty is bathed in a tub instead of a shower to prevent slipping, a concern due to her mobility issues. The groomer notes that Shorty is very stressed and uncomfortable, possibly from the grooming process or her condition. Shorty pees frequently, requiring special handling and quick rinsing to reduce her stress.
🧼 Drying and Managing Shorty's Shedding
The groomer decides not to use the shedding nozzle to avoid stressing Shorty further. Despite interruptions, the groomer tries to deshed Shorty as much as possible. Shorty pees in her diaper, necessitating frequent changes and cleaning. The groomer focuses on getting Shorty mostly dry while managing the mess and stress.
✂️ Final Grooming Touches for Shorty
Shorty is mostly dry but still damp due to stress from the dryer. The groomer tries to trim her paws for better grip at home, noting that Shorty's back paws' nails are worn down from her walking. The groomer avoids using the belly band to prevent additional stress and pressure on Shorty's abdomen. Despite the challenges, Shorty looks and smells much better.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Incontinence
💡Nerve Damage
💡Grooming
💡Husky
💡Mobility Issues
💡Deshedding
💡Belly Band
💡Stress
💡Diaper
💡Shedding
💡Paws
Highlights
The groomer is taking care of a 9-year-old husky named Shorty with nerve damage and incontinence, requiring special care during grooming.
Shorty's incontinence is due to nerve damage, which is a challenge for the groomer to manage during the grooming process.
The groomer plans to use a diaper to prevent Shorty from peeing during the blow drying process.
Owners are concerned about grooming Shorty due to her physical condition, but the groomer is confident in handling the situation.
Shorty is groomed in a tub instead of a shower to prevent slipping, which is safer for dogs with mobility issues.
The groomer decides against using a shedding nozzle due to Shorty's instability and discomfort during the bath.
Shorty's behavior during grooming suggests she may be in pain, but it is unclear if it's due to the grooming process or her condition.
The groomer prioritizes Shorty's comfort and safety over a perfect grooming result, given her medical condition.
Shorty's incontinence is managed with a belly band during the grooming process to keep her stable.
The groomer discusses the possibility of Shorty's incontinence being stress-related, as she also poops during the grooming session.
Despite the challenges, the groomer successfully cleans Shorty without causing her additional stress or discomfort.
The groomer uses a crate to finish drying Shorty while cleaning the area, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
The groomer provides a belly band to the owners to manage Shorty's incontinence at home, showing consideration for her ongoing care.
Shorty's paws are groomed last to provide her with better grip and prevent slipping at home, showing attention to her mobility.
The groomer reflects on the importance of adapting grooming techniques to the individual needs of pets, especially those with health issues.
The video concludes with the groomer expressing satisfaction in improving Shorty's appearance and comfort despite the challenges.
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