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Pine sap and dog fur. Help!
October 27, 2017, 04:26 PM
vthokyPine sap and dog fur. Help!
Here I am, asking for advice again. My black Lab (aka Boogerhead the Wondermutt) greeted me at the gate when I got home today as she always does... but today she came equipped with a glob of sap and pine needles the size of a good pancake stuck on her hip.
I picked the major glob off by hand, and then had to go hit a liberal dose of Rem Oil to get the sap off of my hands. The remaining goo is still in her fur, and I'm asking for recommendations for getting it out before I end up with it everywhere else.
Thanks, SF!
God bless America. October 27, 2017, 04:31 PM
Ironmike57Don't know about the dog. But it does not come off humans easily. I braced myself on a pine tree while dropping a deuce one time. Then the wipe with that hand. It took about 4 days of scrubbing in the shower to get rid of it.
October 27, 2017, 04:34 PM
Sig MarineDe-Solv-It should do the trick. I’ve used smooth peanut butter for small stuff but for big jobs, I prefer the good stuff. Available at WalMart.
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October 27, 2017, 04:34 PM
beltfed21WD40 is good for removing sticky residue, but I don’t know if the dog can handle it. You might just have to cut it out and let the hair grow back.
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October 27, 2017, 04:41 PM
rusbroI'm seeing peanut butter (warmed with a hair dryer after application), and dawn dish soap as a couple of possible safe options. Keep in mind that dog's skin is more sensitive than human's - at least that's what I've read.
October 27, 2017, 04:42 PM
side_shotquote:
Pine sap and dog fur.
http://ontariospca.ca/blog/rem...e-sap-from-your-pet/
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October 27, 2017, 04:48 PM
IcabodFound this. Do not use petroleum.
"When faced with the sticky mess of tree sap in your dog's hair, don't reach for detergents and household cleaners. They might be effective, but they would also be harsh on delicate skin. Also, even though petroleum products that work as solvents and degreasers would make quick work of matted tree sap in a dog's hair, they're dangerous. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, petroleum and petroleum-based products are poisonous to animals, "
https://www.cuteness.com/artic...ve-tree-sap-dog-hairConsider calling your vet and a groomer.
“ The work of destruction is quick, easy and exhilarating; the work of creation is slow, laborious and dull. October 27, 2017, 04:53 PM
MNSIGI'd try a citrus based solvent like GooGone
October 27, 2017, 05:00 PM
45 Calquote:
Originally posted by beltfed21:
WD40 is good for removing sticky residue, but I don’t know if the dog can handle it. You might just have to cut it out and let the hair grow back.
Excellent cleaner,I use it on my hands when nail polish remover wont remove stuff.
Smells nice also.
October 27, 2017, 06:46 PM
arlenPeanut butter.
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arlen
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October 27, 2017, 07:13 PM
phydoughBaby oil. Main ingredient is mineral oil. Won't hurt the dog and will slowly break up the sap as you work it through with your fingers. Last time I used it on my arm hair I didn't lose much hair. I also use it on auto paint to get sap and sticker goo off.
October 27, 2017, 07:24 PM
MikeinNCleave it alone....dog will lick it or avoid as he sees fit....w/i a day it will harden and will sticking to other stuff
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vthokyThanks, all!
On the basis of "what's on hand right now" and the articles referenced by side_shot and Icabod, I raided the pantry and grabbed olive oil.
Miss Booger managed to stand relatively still while I rubbed olive oil in. I didn't have a coarse comb, but a fine one and some patience did the job. She's now a little slick, but that's better than a whole lotta sticky!
Now, to find the dog shampoo and get the oil out. She'll probably reward me by rolling around under the pines again tomorrow.
God bless America. October 27, 2017, 07:48 PM
DukeMinskiGF says Lemon Oil.
Dissolves the goo, should't hurt the dog's skin, and smells good.
October 27, 2017, 08:03 PM
side_shotquote:
Originally posted by vthoky:
Thanks, all!
On the basis of "what's on hand right now" and the articles referenced by side_shot and Icabod, I raided the pantry and grabbed olive oil.
Miss Booger managed to stand relatively still while I rubbed olive oil in. I didn't have a coarse comb, but a fine one and some patience did the job. She's now a little slick, but that's better than a whole lotta sticky!
Now, to find the dog shampoo and get the oil out. She'll probably reward me by rolling around under the pines again tomorrow.
you gotta love em my dog got the skunk twice lol
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