IV San Bernard Module 2 Flashcards
Subcutaneous
Under the skin; often called ‘Sub Q’
Subcutaneous; often called:
Sub Q
Hyperpigmentation
An increase in dark color in the skin cause by the pigment melanin
Pustule
Small elevated area on the skin filled with pus
Alopecia X; also known as
Black skin disease
A breed specific hormone hair-loss disorder most commonly affecting Nordic breeds
Alopecia X; a breed…
Dogs with Alopecia X can appear
Completely bald, either in patches or all over their body
Alopecia X; skin turns
Black associated with melanin being laid down
Alopecia
A loss of hair or baldness
Dry skin
skin (or sebum) that is lacking in hydration (water)
Allergy
A condition where the immune system reacts abnormally to a foreign substance
Allergen; a
A substance that causes an allergic reaction
Disinfection
The act of using chemicals or heat to kill germs
Addison’s Disease; also known as
Hypoadrenocorticism
Addison’s Disease; a disease that results from
A decrease in corticosteroid secretion from the adrenal gland
Acute
Having a sudden and generally severe onset
Abscess
A localized accumulation of pus
Abscess; can be associated
With infection or be sterile
Hot Spot; caused by
Bacteria normally found on the skin and occur when the dog incessantly scratches and chews the area
A hot spot area will
look painful, red, moist and hairless
Hot spots are more common in
Hot, humid weather and can be triggered by any allergen
Hot spots are more common in hot, humid weather and can be triggered by any allergen or
In response to an ear infection or irritation with secondary scratching
Cyst
An abnormal sac-like structure that is lined with cells which produce a liquid or thick material
Cutaneous
Relating to the skin
Cushings Disease; also known as
Hyperadrenocorticism
Disease that results from an increase in corticosteroid secretion from the adrenal gland
Cushings Disease
Mite
A parasite from the arachnid family
Mites have ____ sets of legs
4
Mites live
On the surface or burrows into the skin of animals
Common mites seen are
Demodex, Sarcoptes, Cheytiella and Psoroptes
Cheyletiella Mange; also known as
Walking dandruff
Cheyletiella Mange happens when
A dog becomes infected with cheyletiella mites
Cheyletiella mites burrow
Under dog’s skin, causing severe dandruff symptoms
Mange contagious to humans
Cheyletiella and Sarcoptes Mange; _______ to humans
Scabies; occurs when
Dog becomes infected with sarcoptes mites
Scabies; condition is extremely irritating and usually
affects the ears, abdomen, legs and chest of the dog
Scabies can be hard
to treat
Demodectic Mange; occurs in
Young puppies and dogs with weakened immune systems
Occurs when demodex mites, normally presents in the hair follicles of a healthy dog, grow out of control
Demodectic Mange
Overgrowth of demodex mites occurs when
When the dogs immune system is no longer strong enough or too immature to keep populations of these in check
Mange (One of the most)
One of the most common dog skin conditions and it can be difficult to treat
Mange; any of several
Skin and ear conditions caused by variety of mites
Canine Lick Dermatitis; sometimes called
Lick granuloma
Lick Dermatitis; occurs due to
the continuous licking of a specific area. This area will become infected eventually
Lick Dermatitis often starts out
Starts out a mild irritation but due to location and OCD tendencies of some dogs, becomes chronic and sometimes even a severe issue
Lichenification; also known as
Elephant skin
Lichenification; formed in the skin from
Formed in the skin from chronic irritation
Lichenification; typically from
From chronic or unresolved bacterial or fungal infections.
Lichenification often;
Allergies are the underlying cause.
Lichenification
Thickening and hardening of the skin
Keratolytic
Softens and loosens crusts and scales of the skin
Inflammation
A condition in which tissue reacts to injury and undergoes changes during the healing process
Fungus; a group
A group of single cell or multiple celled organisms that produce spores.
Fungus; includes
Includes yeast, molds and mushrooms
Chronic
Of a long duration
A chronic illness persists for
weeks, months, or even for the life of the animal
Oxidize
To combine with Oxygen
Pruritus
Itching
Zoonotic
A disease which can be transmitted between animals and people
Catagen Stage
The transition from the active stage of hair growth where the hair follicle decreases in size and detaches from the dermal papilla
Immune-mediated is a
reaction or disease
Immune-mediated is a condition or disease caused by
Caused by abnormal activity of the immune system in which the body’s immune system either over-reacts or starts attacking the body itself.
Immune-mediated; e.g.
e.g. autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Contact Dermatitis; occurs when
When the skin comes into contact (and sometimes even has a reaction to) common causes or household chemicals such as bleach and carpet cleaners, fertilizers and even flea collar.
Contact Dermatitis; the exposed skin becomes
Skin becomes red and itchy
Antiseptic
A substance that inhibits the growth of bacteria, but does not kill bacteria
Epidermis
The top layer of the skin
Tape Prep
A diagnostic test using clear tape to collect skin debris to check for mites under the microscope
Telogen Stage
The resting stage of the hair follicle when the hair is released and falls out
In telogen stage; stress
Can force the follicle into telogen stage prematurely
Secondary infection; infection which occurs because
Occurs because the tissue and its natural defenses have been damaged by another condition
Topical
To be used on the skin
Pyoderma; anything on
Anything on the skin that causes pus
Pyoderma
Bacterial skin infection in dogs
Staph bacteria are usually;
Usually responsible for conditions such as Pyoderma
As pyoderma progresses;
The skin may appear crusty in places and hair loss, inflammation, ulcers and foul odors are common
Ringworm
A type of fungal infection of the skin
Hormone
Chemical substance produced by one part of the body which serves as a messenger or regulator of the process of another part of the body
Skin cytology
Examination, with a microscope, of a skin scraping or material from swabbing the skin
Skin cytology; the material
May be stained and checked for the presence of yeast, bacteria, tumor cells, etc.
Comedome
A blackhead, usually as a result of a plugged gland within the skin
Flea Allergy Dermatitis; an
An allergic reaction to a flea bite caused by the saliva of the flea
Dogs with flea dermatitis will
constantly itch and may develop hot spots due to this allergy
Flea Allergy Dermatitis; often
A flea is never seen on the dog, just a secondary reaction with this allergy
Antifungal
Drugs administered to kill or prohibit the growth of fungi
Plural of fungus
Fungi
Pediculosis
An infestation of lice
Antipuritic
Relieves itching
Dermatitis
An inflammation of the skin
Dermatophyte
Fungus that causes ringworm
Dermatophyte; include
Trichophyton, microsporum and epidermophyton
Otic
Pertaining to the ear
Dermaphytosis; also known as
Ringworm; also known as
Ringworm; a fungal
Fungal disease that is found in both dogs and cats
Dermaphytosis or Ringworm fungus causes
A small, round hairless dry sore.
Ringworm or Dermophytosis; the skin
Skin at the center of the sore may grow scaley, and the sore may grow larger over time.
Ringworm; ______ may appear
Pustules may appear and the area may or may not become irritated
Sebaceous Adenitis
Inflammation of a sebaceous (oil-producing) gland
In dogs, sebaceous glands are found
Glands in dogs found on the top of the tail near it’s base, and at the junction of the mucus membranes with skin.
In cats, sebaceous glands are found
Glands in cats found on the chin, lip margins and the top of the tail
Sebaceous gland
A gland in the skin which produces an oily substance
Pheromone
Chemical secreted by an animal and sensed by another animal of the same species, and often causing behavior change in that animal
Seborrhea
An abnormal secretion from the sebaceous glands, often associated with abnormalities of keratinization
Seborrhea; clinical features
Clinical features vary from dandruff to the formation of greasy scales and crusts with accompanying inflammation
Seborrhea Oleosa
Wet
Seborrhea Sicca
Dry
Elephant skin; also known as
Lichenification; also known as
A callus formation formed in the skin from chronic irritation
Elephant skin; a
Elephant skin; typically from
Typically from chronic or unresolved bacterial or fungal infections
Often the underlying cause of elephant skin
Allergies are often the underlying cause of
Anagen stage
The active growth stage of hair
Flea Allergy Dermatitis is difficult to control because
Allergy that is difficult to control because even the bite of one or two fleas can cause an allergic dog to suffer immense irritation
Atopy
An allergy to something that is inhaled such as pollen or house dust
Atopy; also known as
Inhalant; also known as
Dehydration
A condition in which the body loses more water than it takes in
Atrophy
An abnormal decrease in size of an organ or tissue
Flea Allergy Dermatitis; typically pattern is
Pattern of hair loss and irritation from the ribcage caudally (backwards) caused by
Autoimmune; a condition
A condition in which the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues.
To properly function, the immune system must
The immune system must identify foreign substances such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, slivers, etc. in order to
The immune system must be able to
Distinguish normal body tissue from foreign substances is something the _______ ______ must be able to do
If the immune system fails to distinguish the difference between foreign substances and normal body tissues, it attempts to;
Attempts to destroy the tissue it wrongly identifies as foreign when;
Follicle
A group of cells in the skin in which hair or feathers develops
Skin scraping
Scraping some material from the superficial layers of the skin and looking at it under a microscope
Skin Scraping is used to
To check for skin mites
Bacteria
A single celled microorganism, some of which can cause infections or disease
Biopsy
The surgical removal of a small amount of abnormal tissue, usually of tumors for diagnosis
Hair color and length are
Genetically predetermined
Sebum; an
An oily secretion of the sebaceous gland
Fatty acids and oils of the skin
Sebum
Anagen phase
Phase that represents a period of growth for the hair and it’s follicle, which grows in the dermis
Oxidize
To combine with oxygen
Zootonic
A disease which can be transmitted between animals and people
Pustule
Small elevated area on the skin filled with pus
Zolfo Plus Shampoo; used in
Shampoo used in the restoration process as an anti-fungal and anti-parasite product
Anagen Phase
A period of growth for the hair and it’s follicle
Follicles grow
Grows in the dermis
Catagen Phase
Resting phase of hair
Phase of hair where growth stops and follicles shrink
Catagen phase; where…stops…and…
Telogen Phase; the follicle
The follicle shrinks all the way to the orifice of the sebaceous gland into a cone shape and falls out.
In Telogen Phase; another
Another hair begins to grow, starting with Anagen and growing in the same follicle as it’s predecessor
Factors that affect hair growth:
Daylight, Temperature, Hormonal system, Stress can effect;
Medulla
Core (main structure) of hair
Cortex
Inner (middle) layer of hair
Where pigmentation lies
Cortex; where
Cuticle
External layer of hair
Consists of scales
Cuticle; consists of
Epidermis; skin’s ____ layer
1st layer of skin
Epidermis; formed of
Formed of keratinized cells
Skins protective physical and chemical barrier
Epidermis; skins
Dermis; skin’s ____ layer
2nd (middle) layer of skin
Responsible for flexibility, pigmentation, structure, and sensory perception
Dermis; responsible for
Panniculus; skin’s ____ layer
3rd (inner) layer of skin
Layer of skin also known as, subcutaneous fat
Panniculus; also known as
Skin layer that regulates body temperature and prevents disaster to the body
Panniculus’s effect on the body incudes
BAR
Bright, Alert, Responsive
BID
Twice per day
DX
Diagnosis
HX
History
P.E.
Physical Examination
Q
Every
ED
Every Day (not recognized in human field)
RX
Prescription
SID
Once a day
SIG
Rx as follows
SOAP
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
TID
Three times per day
TX
Treatment
Dermatophyte
Fungus that causes ringworm
Dermatophytes include
Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton
Mange
Any of several skin and ear conditions caused by a variety of mites
Pediculosis
An infestation of mites
Ozone is
Anti-bacterial, antifungal, anti-viral, anti-cancer and most importantly it is also an amazing anti-inflamitory
3 core sets of products
Traditional or routine, Dry itchy/allergy (no skin lesions), Restoration skin care
Dry itchy skin/allergy products are
Not for pets that have smells, oeey gooeys, lumps, bumps and sores
Two steps of restorative skin care
1st, heal the skin. 2nd, regrow the hair
If you are not using science
You are just guessing if you are not
Triple Oil is used with
Use with irritated or infected skin
Mineral Mist used on
Used on areas to regrow the hair
Atami Red Clay; a
A detoxifying clay used to lift toxins, pollutants and irritants off of the skin and hair
Apply Atami Red Clay to
Apply to less thick, tough skin
Atami Red Clay can
Can pull harder on softer skin to remove impurities
Atami Red Clay is used
Used in the first close of the restoration process for wet goopy sores
Black Passion line is great for
Line that is great for hairless breeds, spaniels, water dogs and short coats
Caviar Conditioner, great for
Great for long coats (drop coats, medium coats and show dogs
Caviar Conditioner; created to
Created to help the hair come back strong and look radiant and healthy
Caviar Conditioner; Rich in
Rich in ingredients that soften the hair giving it strength and vitality.
Caviar Conditioner; Omega-3’s
Omega-3’s protect the surface from the stress and help maintain proper hydration
Ginkgo Oil is
Oil that is anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and helps control the sebum
Used in Triple Oil
Ginkgo, Ozonized Olive Oil, Oligo Elements used in
Mineral Red is used on coat types
Used on coat types with dry, allergy sensitive, itchy skin or extremely dehydrated coats
Mineral H Shampoo; used with
Used with PH Balance/Orange PEK for hair growth
Mineral Plus Crème Shampoo; used in
Used in the restorative process in the shampoo stage as an antibacterial agent (honey)
4 mineral oils that make up Mineral Mist
Oligo Elements, Vitamin H Lotion, Reinforce Lotion, Anti-itch Lotion
Mineral mist is used
Used on areas to regrow hair
Ozonized Olive Oil; product is
Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-cancer, and an anti-inflammatory that is one part of Triple Oil recipe for infections or areas of irritation
Often combined with Orange PEK;
PH Balance Conditioner; often combined with
Used for restoration process and hair growth
PH Balance Conditioner; used for
Purifying Mask; used in
Used in restoration process for dry crusty wounds or skin
Zolfo Plus Shampoo; used in
Used in the restoration process in the shampoo stage as an anti-fungal and anti-parasite product
Largest organ in the body
Skin
Skin is critical for
Critical for maintaining the body’s shape, functions and body temperature
Important in the defense against toxins and disease
Skin; important in
1 health reason pets are seen by veterinarians
Ear infection, skin allergies, skin infection, non-cancerous skin growth, upset stomach, intestinal upset/diarrhea, arthritis, bladder infection, bruise or contusion, underactive thyroid are the
Groomers are the
First line of defense and play the most important role in maintaining a healthy coat
Easier to maintain healthy hair and skin vs
Vs bringing sick hair and skin back to health
4 things necessary for survival
Oxygen, food, protection, water are
Skin is a barrier that
Keeps good things in, bad things out
Apocrine Gland
Sweat gland deposits into hair follicle, secretes pheromones and minerals
Sebaceous Gland
Produces the sebum (protective barrier of skin and hair)
Arrector Pilli Muscle
Muscle that controls hair
Hair Follicle
The “cup” where the hairs grow from
Hair follicle is where the;
Sebaceous and apocrine glands deposit into
Keratinization is the reason
Reason for dander and smells
Short & Long Coat; Primary to Secondary hairs
1:6 Primary to Secondary hairs
Short Coat; Follicles per sq. cm
18,000 to 22,000 per sq. cm
Short Coats have very
Coat with very strong primary hair, minimal secondary hair
Movement of the sebaceous gland
Controls the sebum released onto the skin
Short coat; produces
Produces 30% more sebum (grease) to protect their skin
Formulated for short-coated animal
Lemon, SLS Lemon, Black Cherry shampoo and conditioner formulated for
Medium Coat; Primary to Secondary hairs
1:12 Primary to Secondary hairs
Primary to Secondary hairs in cats
1:12 - 1:30 Primary to Secondary hairs
Medium coat; also known as
Natural Coat; also known as
Medium coat has large
Large amount of primary hairs, with one, sometimes two kinds (secondary or tertiary) of hair in the undercoat
Medium coats need
Needs minerals and vitamins
Medium coat; the hair muscle is
Is weaker and does not offer as much movement as the short haired dog
Medium coat; relies on
Relies on density of coat for protection
Formulated for medium coat
Banana, SLS Banana, Pink Grapefruit Shampoo and Conditioner formulated for
Long haired breeds compromised mostly
Compromised mostly of secondary hair (80%)
Have a weak Arrector Pili muscle
Long hair; have a weak
Long hair; in order to have healthy hair
The cuticle of the hair must remain hydrated in order to stay
When a hair is stripped of it’s moisture it becomes
Hair becomes dry and the scales of the hair cuticle lift creating a Christmas tree effect when
Formulated for long coat
Green Apple, SLS Green Apple, Passion Fruit (Maracuja) shampoo and conditioner formulated for
PEK conditioner has
64% Collagen from vegetable material
Bathing begins with
Begins with the sebaceous areas
Sebaceous areas are the
The areas where the animal sweats, where toxins enter and exit the body and what gets the dirtiest
Sebaceous zones
Armpits, belly, groin, base of tail, foot pads, neck and ears are the
Recommend applying product in this order
- Belly & chest, 2. Legs & feet. 3. Neck and face, 4. Back are the recommended order for
Reasons to pre-condition
Pre-hydrate hair and skin, lessen the harshness of the shampoo and dissolve oils and grease are the reasons to
Oil dissolves ____ and grease dissolves ____
___ dissolves oil and ____ dissolves grease
If it is wet
We need to dry it if it is
Therapy product used to dry wet skin conditions
Atami Clay used to
Therapy product used to wet dry skin conditions
Purifying Mask used to
Unlike routine bathing, therapy products are put
Put directly on area without wetting the area and are not diluted
Warming affected area is effective in
Effective in opening up pores
Cold pores are
Are closed tightly
Warm pores will
Will open up
Ozone (O3)
An energized form of oxygen (O2)
Ozone occurs
Occurs naturally when lightening energizes ambient oxygen or when UV rays from the sun excite regular O2 molecules in the Earth’s upper atmosphere
IV San Bernard shampoo is left on for
Left on for minimum of 5-8 minutes
IV San Bernard conditioner is left on for
Left on for 5-20 minutes
How long conditioner is left on is
Depends on how depleted the coat may be
IV San Bernard products dilution ratio
Diluted 1:3
How you use IV San Bernard products makes
Makes a big difference on how much product you will use
Bathing begins with the
Begins with the sebaceous areas where they animal sweats, where toxins enter/exit the body and what gets the dirtiest
Sebaceous zones
Armpits, belly, groin, base of tail, foot pads, neck and ears are
Recommended bathing order
Belly and chest, legs and feet, neck and face and then back are the
If it’s wet
We need to dry it if
Use on “wet” cases
Atami Red Clay, used on
If it is dry,we need to
Need to wet it if it is
If it is wet, we need to
Need to dry it if it is
Use on “dry” cases
Purifying Mask, used on
We need to warm the area to
To open pores we need to
Cold pores are
Closed slightly
Warm pores will
Will open up
During conditioning therapy it is suggested to
Suggested to wrap the area during
Ozone is an
An energized form of Oxygen
Ozone occurs
naturally when lightening energizes ambient oxygen
Ozone occurs naturally when lightening energizes ambient oxygen or when
When UV rays from the Sun excite regular O2 molecules in the Earth’s upper atmosphere
O3
Ozone gas
O2
Oxygen
Hydro-Massage Ozone Machine
Electrostatically generates O3 using ambient oxygen and pumps it into a spa bath
Ozone is a
A powerful and rapid acting oxidizer
Ozone will oxidize
Will oxidize all bacteria, mold and yeast spores, organic material and viruses
Ozone penetrates
Penetrates deep into the skin
Ozone will significantly
Significantly decreases healing time
Ozone is
Anti-bacterial, antifungal, anti-viral, anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory
Conditions Ozone sessions can address
Can address fungus, leishmaniasis, wounds, allergies, itching, seborrhea, alopecia
Alopecia, also known as
Follicular atrophy, also known as
Adenitis of sebaceous glands
Alopecia (2), also known as
Follicular dystrophy
Alopecia (3), also known as
Traditional or Routine bathing
Used for pets that don’t have anything wrong, they just need to create and maintain healthy hair and skin
3 lines for routine bathing
Traditional line, there are
Traditional line short coat
Lemon
Traditional line medium coat
Banana
Traditional coat long coat
Green apple
Traditional SLS Free short coat
Lemon
Traditional SLS Free medium coat
Banana
Traditional SLS Free long coat
Green apple
Fruit of the Groomer short coat
Black Cherry (Amarena)
Fruit of the Groomer medium coat
Pink Grapefruit (Pompelmo Rosa)
Fruit of the Groomer long coat
Passion Fruit (Marajuca)
Luxury line (can be)
can be used on any coat type
Luxury line products
Mineral Red Complex (shampoo/conditioner), Black Passion (shampoo/conditioner), Caviar (shampoo/conditioner)
Products for dry, itchy or allergy related skin are not
Not for pets that have smells, ooey gooeys, lumps, bumps and sores
If the issue is not better in 3 baths
May need to consider restoration care because there is an underlying infection
Underlying infection; typically
Typically yeast or fungal
Products for dry itchy skin/allergy are very
very gentle (SLS free), hydrating and soothing on irritated skin
IV products used for dry itchy/allergy skin
Mineral Red shampoo/conditioner, Mineral Red SL and Mineral Red SOS
Mineral Red SL
Soothing serum used in between grooms
Mineral red SOS
local anesthetic to deaden localized area of itching between baths
First we
heal the skin
Second we
Regrow the hair
Restoration skin care used
Used when there is an infection or hair loss present and when there are smells, ooey gooeys, lumps, bumps and sores
In early stages of restoration care
Always use close-open-close technique
Typical restoration treatment is
Once a week for 6-8 weeks
Lichenification restoration care takes
Takes 12+ weeks to see resolution
Restorative: First close (detox) for wet wounds
Atami Red clay; _____ _____ for _____ ______
Restorative: First close (detox) for dry wounds
Purifying Mask; _____ _____ for _____ _____
Restorative: Open (shampoo)
Mix together Mineral Plus Creme Shampoo and Zolfo Shampoo
Mineral Plus Creme Shampoo is
Shampoo is anti-bacterial
Zolfo Shampoo is
Shampoo is anti-fungal
Restorative second close
PH Balance Conditioner used for restorative
Second close used to
Close used for restorative to hydrate
Phase 1 in restorative skin care
To restore skin is
Phase 2 in restorative skin care
Restoring the hair once infection is all gone is
Mineral H used in
Phase 2 of restoring the hair uses _______ shampoo
PH Balance conditioner used in
Phase 2 of restoring the hair uses _____ conditioner
Orange PEK
Strengthens existing hair
Orange PEK used in
Phase 2 of restoring the hair uses ______ PEK
PEK
Collagen based product that helps hold hydration and aids in detangling
PEK; great for
Great for long and medium coated pets
Argan Oil
Anti-oxidant, UV protective, nourishing food that feeds the skin and absorbs quickly
Oils added to they hydration step
Argan, Ginkgo, Ozonized Olive Oil; added to
Ozonized Olive Oil has
Oil that has anti-bacterial properties
Oil added in the hydration step that helps regulate sebum
Ginkgo oil added in the hydration step to help
Black passion contains
Line that contains argan oil, beta-carotene and several seaweed extracts
Black passion line is a great source of
IV line that is a great source of many vitamins and minerals including A, B1, B2, C, D and E
Seaweed extract in Black Passion line contains
Contains laminaria angustata
Laminaria angustata is
Believed to thicken hair
Due to the hydrating and protective nature of
Argan oil, the black passion product line is excellent for hairless breeds
IV line excellent for hairless breeds
Black passion; excellent for
Caviar line contains
Contains Omega-3’s, oligopeptides of a structural protein called Actina and seaweed extracts from Fucus Vesiculosus
Caviar line ingredients give
Gives new energy, elasticity, beauty and shine to the coat
Caviar line is for
Line is for every coat type
Caviar conditioner; created
Created to help the hair to come back strong and look radiant and healthy
Caviar Nutritive (ultra)
Ultra-light cream gives the hair a regenerated, younger appearance
Caviar Nutritive; Omega 3’s
Product in which Omega 3’s help to maintain proper hydration
Caviar Luminance; emphasizes
Emphasizes the natural color and texture of hair. Gives brightness to hair without weighing it down
Caviar Luminance; protects against
Protects against moisture and eliminates frizz. Smooths the surface and enables more effective and painless brushing
Caviar 10 in 1
A concentration for spa therapies for the mantle and a healthy surplus for the hair
Caviar 10 in 1; is an
An anti-oxidant, protects from UVA and UVB rays, styling heat, antistatic, deep moisturizer, leaving hair oft and give shine
1-2-3 of healing sensitive skin
Detox, cleanse, hydrate is the
1-2-3 of spoiling your pet with SPA therapy
Close, open, close is the
Crystal Clean used for
Used for restoring coats to their true color
Crystal Clean; eliminates
Eliminates yellowing caused by oil and hairspray residues, tear stains, beard staining and general oxidation
Silver Cream Lotion; to be used with
Crystal Clean shampoo to double whitening effect 1:1 ratio
Triple Oil recipe
1/3 Ozonized Olive Oil, 1/3 Ginko Biloba Oil, 1/3 Oligo Elements Lotion make up the
Triple Oil used for
Used for red spots, rashes, clipper irritation and inflamed areas, irritated ears, facial folds and soothing the ear
Triple Oil mixes with
Mixes with the sebum layer and works its way down in the ear restoring natural anti-microbial properties of serum
Triple Oil; over use will
Over use will leave excess oil on the surface
Mineral Mist; used
Mist used on areas to regrow the hair
Vitamin H lotion
Trace minerals and vitamins that work on the hair bulb to give raw material for hair grown
Reinforce Lotion
Vitamins that work directly on existing hair to strengthen hair shaft and support the coat
Oligo Elements; provides
Provides the building blocks of skin and hair.
Oligo Elements; also
Also boosts immune system by providing minerals that are necessary for body systems to communicate with each other
Anti-itch lotion
Product that is anti-bacterial and anti-itch
Feline coats need
Needs vitamins and hydration through all the layers
Cats are considered medium or natural coat except for
Except for Cornish Rex and Pharaoh Cat; cats are considered
Cornish Rex and Pharaoh Cat are considered
Cat breeds that are considered a true feline short coat
Medium coated cat has _____ primary hair and between;
Has one primary hair and between 12 to 24 secondary hairs in each follicle
The denser the coat
The softer the fur
Cats absorb
Absorb 30% more through their skin than humans and should not be shaved
Horses have 2 coat types which are
Long coat for the mane and tail and medium coat for the body
Horses; the torso primary hair is
Torso primary hair is thinner and shorter while the hair on the legs is longer and stronger on a;
Horses sweat
Sweat throughout their bodies
Main component of horse sweat is
Salt is the main component of
The long, coarse hair of the horse mane and tail requires
Requires extra hydration to maintain its strength and flexibility
Good hydration means
Means less tangles, more vibrant color and more shine
Cats; conditioner ratio
1:8 conditioning ratio for
Horses; shampoo ratio
1:3 - 1:5 ratio depending on how dirty the _____ is
K101 Conditioner-Avocado; is a
A deep conditioner made from avocado oil that is fantastic for dematting and restructuring hair
K101 Conditioner; dilute
Dilutes 1:90 with water for restructuring and light dematting
Mineral Red Derma Complex Cleansing Solution; shampoo that is
Shampoo that is SLS free while keratin deeply nourishes the coat and rebuilds the protective layer of the skin bringing out the beauty and shine while protecting skin from environmental toxins
Mineral Red Derma Complex Cleansing Solution; help battle
Helps battle eczema, hives, excessive grease and helps prevent hair loss.
Mineral Red Derma Plus Nourishing Solution; a hydrating
A hydrating conditioner created to complete the cleansing action of Derma Complex Cleansing Solution
Mineral Red Derma Plus Nourishing Solution; it is
Highly concentrated
Mineral Red Derma Plus Nourishing Solution; when it is applied regularly
When it is applied regularly will deeply nourish the derma and hair ensuring their well-being
Mineral Red Derma Plus Nourishing Solution; with benefits of
With benefits of keratin, the skin can regain strength and vitality while maintaining elasticity.
Mineral Red Derma Plus Nourishing Solution; the soothing
The soothing properties of nettle help maintain softness and prevents hair loss
Mineral H Shampoo; also known as
Placenta shampoo; also known as
Mineral H Shampoo; wonderfully
Wonderfully healing and cleansing shampoo
Mineral H Shampoo; created with
Created with hydrolyzed placenta proteins
Vitamin H; also known as
Biotin; also known as
Mineral H Shampoo; contains
Contains Vitamin H (biotin) which stimulates hair grownth and cell rejuvenation
Mineral H Shampoo; used with Vitamin H lotion
Used with Vitamin H lotion; it will free clogged pores and stimulate shedding process and healthy growth cycle
Mineral H Shampoo; used with Mineral H
Used with Mineral H; it will strengthen coat and add luster and vitality
Mineral H Shampoo; helps
Helps control excessive shedding and prevents hair loss, dandruff and dull coat
Mineral Plus Crème Shampoo; exceptionally
Exceptionally pure and gentle with no perfumes, dyes or harsh foaming agents
Mineral Plus Crème Shampoo; goes directly
Goes directly to the hair follicle to kill bacteria which causes inflammation and itchiness
Mineral Plus Crème Shampoo; mild
Mild enough to cleanse open sores, post-surgery scars and wounds, and highly reactive skin due to allergies
Mineral H Reinforce Lotion; formulated to
Lotion formulated to strengthen skin and coat
Mineral H Reinforce Lotion; contains
Lotion; contains Vitamin H and oligo elements that adds luster and softness
Mineral H Reinforce Lotion; to be used with
Lotion; to be used with Mineral H to rebuild coat
Mineral H Vitamin Lotion; works on
Lotion; works on a cellular level to regenerate cell growth
Mineral H Vitamin Lotion; contains
Lotion; contains plant extracts and pro-vitamin B5
Pro-Vitamin B5 offers
Offers hypo-allergenic effects as well as gives softness and elasticity to the skin
Mineral H Vitamin Lotion; clears
Lotion; clears clogged pores, pimples, blackheads
Mineral H Vitamin Lotion; stimulates
Lotion; stimulates the papilla to shed old hair and new growth
Mineral H Vitamin Lotion; excellent at
Lotion; excellent at rebuilding a coat which has undergone stress or disease such as diabetes and Cushing’s
Coat that has undergone stress
Releases cortisol which in turn slows hair growth
Mineral Plus Anti-Itch Lotion; eliminates
Lotion; eliminates bacteria and reduces redness and inflammation
Mineral Plus Anti-Itch Lotion; contains
Lotion; contains nonoxynol, thyme and eucalyptus
Nonoxynol properties
Antibacterial; ingredient in Mineral Plus Anti-Itch Lotion
Thyme is a
Natural cleanser and anti-inflammatory in Mineral Plus Anti-Itch Lotion
Eucalyptus is a
Refreshing and healing toner
Mineral Plus Anti-Itch Lotion; has a
Lotion; has a cleansing, purifying and toning action which helps ease itching sensations
Mineral Plus Anti-Itch Lotion; excellent for
Lotion; excellent for hot spots and after insect bites
Mineral Plus Oligo Elements
Pure minerals in lotion form that are applied directly to the skin
Mineral Plus Oligo Elements; derived
Product; derived from salt extracts from the Dead Sea
Mineral Plus Oligo Elements; comprised
Product; comprised of elements such as sodium, zinc, iron, copper, manganese, fluoride, bromine and silica
Mineral Plus Oligo Elements; elements are
Product; elements are highly nourishing and stimulate the skins’ defense system and anti-inflammatory response
Pro-vitamin B5; also known as
Panthenol
Mineral Plus Oligo Elements; also enriched with
Enriched with pro-vitamin B5 and silk proteins to reinforce skin and hair structure, granting them shine and softness
Ozonized Olive Oil; biological
Biological Olive Oil oxygenates the skin
Ozonized Olive Oil; acts as an
Oil; acts as an antiradical and disinfectant and nourishes the hair
Ozonized Olive Oil; protects
Oil; protects against UVA, UVB and IR rays
Ozonized Olive Oil; can be added to
Atami Red Clay, Purifying Mask or add to cleansing shampoo step for deep cleansing anti-bacterial effect
PEK Conditioner; contains
Conditioner; contains over 60% vegetable collagen
PEK Conditioner; provides
Conditioner; provides elasticity to skin
PEK Conditioner; neutralizes
Conditioner; neutralizes the negative charges on hair
PH Balance Conditioner; provides
Conditioner; provides hydration, replenishes the natural oil layer and soothes and protects sensitive skin
PH Balance Conditioner; is used with
Conditioner; is used with therapy treatments due to its soothing and protective nature while balancing the PH of the unhealthy coat
PH Balance Conditioner; is very quickly
Conditioner; is very quickly absorbed by the hair cuticle and skin layer
PH Balance Conditioner; used as
Conditioner; used as the hydration step in all therapies
Purifying Mask; made from
Mask; made from Argyle Clay from the Dead Sea
Purifying Mask; aids
Mask; aids in restructuring damaged hair
Purifying Mask; reduces
Mask; reduces static electricity and makes the coat soft and shiny
Purifying Mask; apply
Apply to very thick tough and crusty skin
Purifying Mask; softens
Softens skin and draws out impurities
Purifying Mask; can be applied
Mask; applied pure or mix in drops of Ozonized Olive Oil or Ginkgo Oil to affected area for 10 min and then rinse
Purifying Shampoo; made from
Shampoo; made from Argyle Clay from the Dead Sea
Purifying Shampoo; aids
Shampoo; aids in restructuring damaged hair
Purifying Shampoo; deep
Shampoo; deep penetrating formula detoxifies the skin while gently cleansing and nourishing
Purifying Shampoo; greatly
Shampoo; greatly increases the coat’s ability to absorb conditioners and pigments
Purifying Shampoo; brings
Shampoo; brings the coat back to neutral state
Purifying Shampoo; wonderful
Shampoo; wonderful for elderly or stressed dogs
Sil Plus; natural
Natural Silicone that is a PH balancer and skin protector
Sil Plus; add
Product; add to shampoo to protect the dog’s skin
Sil Plus; apply to your
Apply to your hands and forearms to create an instant, long lasting shield against irritants
Sil Plus; exceptionally helpful for
Exceptionally helpful for dry dogs’ pads, elbows, and tips of ears by helping the skin to retain it’s own moisture
Zolfo Plus Shampoo; contains
Contains colloidal sulfur and addresses fungal infections and external parasitic issues such as ticks, fleas and mange
SOAP
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
Subjective
Indicates subjective data obtained from the patient and those close to them
Objective
Designates _____ data obtained by observation, physical examination, diagnostic studies, etc.
S
Subjective ()
O
Objective ()
A
Assessment ()
P
Plan ()
Sebum; contains the
Contains the food, water, and is the protection for the skin
Sebum; made of
Made of fatty acids and oils
Sebum; water
Water resistant barrier of the skin
Sebum; has
Has anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic properties
Sebum; protects
Protects from allergens penetrating the skin
Sebum; protects against
Protects against UV damage
Hair; first
First line of protection for the body
Hair; helps regulate
Helps regulates body temperature
Hair; protects against
Protects against environmental, weather, UV, etc
Hair; provides
Provides camoflauge
Hair; gives
Gives the pet character and beauty
Straight hair is
Is conical (cone-shaped)
Curly hair is
Is flat or ribbon like
Skin; the
The largest organ
Groomers are
The first line of defense for the maintenance of healthy hair and skin
It is easier to ______ ______ skin than to fix sick skin
Maintain healthy skin than to ______ ______ skin
Arrecti Pili Muscle
Controls movement of the hair
Blood vessels stop at
Stop at basal cell level
Nerves penetrate into
Penetrate into the epidermis
Sebum flows from
Flows from gland to follicle and migrates over the skin and hair
Leads to problems with the health of skin and hair
Lack of Sebum
Three coat types
Short, Medium, Long are
Three hair types
Primary, secondary, tertiary
Normal keratinization cycle
21 days
Dead and dying cells on skin surface are
Reason for dander and smells
Dogs that are classified as short hair produce
Produce 30% more sebum
Short hair; need to use
Need to use mild shampoos and conditioners that add the grease (sebum) back
Short hair; never
Never degrease - it only makes the problem worse
Short hair; degrease sebum creates
Creates dry itchy skin in short haired dogs
Not an option
Short haired dogs; shaving is
Has a strong hair muscle
Short coat; has a
Short coat; do not
Do not work against the grain
Short coat; do not use
Do not use drying products inside folds, use clean, nourishing conditioners or oils
Short coat; polish
Polish coat with a natural bristle brush and oil as finish
Short coat needs
Needs activation of coat and oiling down when done
Medium coat; primary hair needs to
Needs to extend past the secondary hairs
Hydration and feeding the coat is
Is critical for maintaining a healthy coat
Hydrophobic
Repels water
Emulsifiers
Adds fat to the hair and skin, hydrophobic, leaves coat heavy/oily, hard to dry
Water and Fats
Don’t mix
Humectants
Hydrates hair and skin, easier to dry, no residue on hair/skin to weigh it down
Hydrophilic
Hydrates hair and skin ()
Good conditioners contain
Contain nutrient rich, penetrating plant oils
Correct conditioners for medium coats also have
Also have trace minerals and nourishment for the coat
Keys to smart dematting
Hydrating the hair and creating “slip” in the hair are
Dematting technique
Close-Open-Close is a
Medium coat; Many have
Many have long dormant stages in the hair cycle
Trimming hair too short often
Often leads to ingrown hairs and blocked hair follicles
Medium coat; trimming hair too short
Medium coat; Hampers flow of sebum
Medium coat; use quality
Use quality conditioners with humectants, nourishment and minerals
Medium coat; ears
Ears need grease
Pluck hair in ears to
Pluck to thin
Long coat; the secondary hair is almost
Long coat; almost as fully formed as the primary hair
Long coat; secondary hairs come
Come out of the same pore
Long coat; secondary hairs have
Have more shallow roots
Long coat; secondary hairs almost
Almost as well developed as the primary hair
Flow of sebum is
Imperative for the health of the coat
Long coat; important to lift
Important to lift secondary hairs to avoid cutting primary hairs too short
Long coat; coat gets
Gets nutrition more rapidly via conditioners than with food
Causes of skin issues
Internal insults and external insults are
Internal insults
Nutritional, hormonal, metabolic, infections, toxins, dehydration, allergies are all
External insults
Environmental, toxins, insects/parasites, dehydration, allergies, grooming products, grooming techniques
Lack of sebum causes
Causes breakdown of the system
Changes that occur when there is a decrease in sebum
Dehydration, loss of natural anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-parasitic properties, change of PH are
Causes of skin and hair issues
Cells can’t exfoliate naturally, allergens penetrate the skin, nerves are exposed, blood vessels sink deeper into tissue to prevent dehydration and secondary skin infections are
Goal to fix skin
Feed, Hydrate, Add minerals and replace sebum are
Type of allergies
Contact, Food, Flea Bite, Inhalant are
Contact allergies; tend to
Tends to be in the exposed/hairless areas (under the belly, etc)
Contact allergies; responsive to
Responsive to Apoquel, atopica, steriods and antihistamines
Food allergies; not responsive to
Not responsive to Apoquel, atopica, steriods and antihistamines
Food allergies; only
Only accounts for 12% of allergies in dogs
Food allergies; specific
Specific pattern
Most common allergy
Flea Bite Dermatitis/Allergy is the
Inhalant Allergies; whole
Whole body reaction (allergy)
Groomer’s goal in allergies
Calm skin, get rid of secondary infections, use mild products to not irritate the skin, feed, hydrate and nourish the depleted skin and hair are
Two forms of nutrition
Internal and External are two forms of
Water is critical for
Critical for function and chemical process of the skin and hair
Major cause of matting
Dehydration is a major
Water; _________ skin
Detoxifies skin
Dehydration and loss of sebum cause
Cause exposure of nerves causing a painful situation
Loss of hair; causes
Metabolic diseases, infections of skin, dehydration and breaking of hair and grooming techniques cause
Most infections of the skin are
Secondary
Infections can be a
Threat to the groomer’s health
Groomer’s goal in skin infections
Getting rid of infection before we can heal the skin, use conditioners that feed skin, use products in between grooms that will heal/feed skin, use products that stimulate hair growth are
Dehydration and breaking of hair can be
Can be associated with environmental conditions
Dehydration and breaking of hair; most frequently
Most frequently caused by harsh shampoos or lack of conditioning
Dehydration and breaking of hair; plaques
Plaques of hairs open up and weaken the hair
Groomer’s goal in hair damage
Treat skin and then address the hair, use conditioners that feed the skin and hair, use products that stimulate healthy hair growth
Grooming techniques causing hair issues
Trimming hair too short, shave downs on short/medium coats, back shaving are
Back shaving can damage
Damages the arrecti pili muscle causing a dead coat
Back shaving can lead to
Leads to cutting hair to short causing ingrown hair
Back shaving can create
Creates comedones or folicculitis
Comedone
Pimple
Skin patterns can
Can give an idea as to the source of allergen
Internal nutrition takes
Takes a long time to affect the skin
External nutrition affects the skin
Affects the skin very rapidly
The skin should be fed in the
Should be fed in the conditioning stage
Two more common metabolic diseases to cause skin issues
Hypothyroid and Cushing’s Disease are the
Bacterial and fungal infections are almost always
Almost alwasy secondary problems
Common issues with ears
Allergies (mostly food), hormonal issues (thyroid), bacterial, fungal, mites, foreign bodies (foxtails, ticks, etc.), cysts are common issues with
Anal glands get impacted due to
Get impacted due to anal irritation, loose stools, food allergies, infection, over production of material, hormonal problems
Eye staining; caused by
Caused by Porphyrins
Eye stains; tend to
Tend to stain porous type hair
Eye stains; exacerbated by
Exacerbated by increase of tears or blocked ducts
Nail bed infections; caused by
Caused by broken nails, licking, allergies, moist environment, foreign body, trimming nails too short, abnormal nail growth, ingrown nails, tumors, autoimmune disease
Nail bed infection; treatment
Treatment of ______ ______ ______ depends on cause, nail trim, amputation, anti-biotic, anti-fungal treatments, anti-inflammatory, clay muds to draw infection out
Most ear infections have both
Have both a bacterial and fungal component
