Dirty chins

[Patti]

I know I have read somewhere on here some advice on how to keep the beards/chins clean. However, I have looked and can't locate it. Can anyone offer advice? My 5 month old Kenzie always has a dirty looking chin. Is there something aside from normal wiping off that I can do to keep it from staining? Thanks!

[Nancie & Gracie Doodle]

Under Doodle Grooming discussions go to the 4th page and you will find "Chin Hair Discoloration"...I think that is the discussion you saw once.

[Patti]

Thank you, that was just what I was looking for!

[Barb @ Gemstone Labradoodles]

Staining is usually caused by protein. Hard to avoid. Diet can have a lot to do with it. The normal grooming style for labradoodles is a short chin. I trim along the lips as well so no hair can curl into the mouth. there are stain removers, but the best one I ever saw was the clay dirt at my friend's house. Her doodle had a stained face, played in the clay and the next day played in the sprinkler. Poof...no more staining.

[Susan]

I told you, Barb...I need the clay...lol! You have to package that stuff!

[Sharon, Boo & Cricket]

Yes, please do!! I will buy a truckload of it!! ;)

[Patti]

I have clay dirt. I wonder if it will work with Kenzie. So far she has only found the soft, garden dirt to roll and dg in!