How to Groom a Small Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire terrier has a friendly disposition and enjoys company. Its small size also makes it suitable for small homes and the fact that it does not require intensive exercise is another advantage that is counted for the Yorkie. The fact that this dog does not have an undercoat, which means there is no shedding, makes it ideal for those who have allergies.
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Things You'll Need
- Comb (wide tooth)/ long hair brush
- Spray bottle
- Nair clippers
- Styptic pen
- Towel
- Dog shampoo
- Toothbrush (optional)
Instructions
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Brush your Yorkie daily because its hair tends to tangle easily. If not daily, then brush it at least every other day. The best way to brush the coat is when it is moist. Use a spray bottle to moisten the hair a little before running the brush through it.
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Bath your Yorkie every week if you take it out for walks daily and it has exposure with the outdoors often. If the dog is mostly kept indoors, then one bath every 15 days is enough. Use mild shampoo and wash its ears very carefully, ensuring that water does not get inside. Use tepid water for the bath because Yorkies are prone to catch cold (they do not have an undercoat for protection). Dry the dog thoroughly after the bath.
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Trim the coat of your Yorkie a little to keep the coat comfortable for the dog and esthetically nice for you. Trim the hair around the anal opening so feces doesn't get caught on the hair.
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Trim the hair in front of the eyes so it doesn't interfere with the dog's vision and also or cause an eye infection. Trim just enough to ensure that the dog can see without hair getting into its eyes.
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Trim the dog's nails once every 15 days or when you feel they are overgrown. Do this carefully to prevent any bleeding. Use a styptic pen immediately if there is bleeding.
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Brush the Yorkie's teeth every time you give it a bath. Do it gently so it does not unnerve the dog. Most dogs really hate this part of grooming, so if you don't want to do it yourself you can take it to a vet. In fact, even if you are comfortable doing this task, it is a good idea to take it to a vet for a professional job once every 6 months.
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