What tools do you need to groom a Yorkie?
DIY Yorkie grooming tips
- Slicker Brush.
- Pet Shampoo.
- Electric Trimmer.
- Pet Nail Clippers.
- Hair Dryer.
- Cotton Swabs (for ears)
- A Dry Towel.
Do Teacup Yorkies need to be groomed?
Minimize Maintenance. Teacup Yorkies can grow beautiful shiny hair all over their bodies, but if brushing is a chore, there are cuts that can help trim upkeep. If their hair is kept long, these dogs require grooming at least once a week to prevent knots and matting.
What kind of brush do you use on a Yorkie?
pin brush
A pin brush – This is the best type of brush to use on a Yorkshire Terrier with a medium to long coat. A two level comb or body comb & face comb – This is used before brushing and/or to groom the face and other small areas.
How do I stop my Yorkies hair from matting?
The number one thing you can do to prevent matting in your dog’s coat is regular and thorough combing and brushing. How often you should brush your dog depends on their coat type and if it’s shedding “season” (when their coats change from a thinner summer coat to a thicker winter coat or vice versa).
How do you cut the face of a Yorkie?
Trim the fur on the sides and bottom of the nose.
- Also use the clippers to trim the fur below the nose.
- The fur on the sides of the nose is typically left at that same length as the fur on the chin.
- It’s important to take off enough fur under the nose so that it doesn’t get in your Yorkie’s mouth.
Will coconut oil detangle dog hair?
Oil makes the hair smoother and softer, making the unmatting process a bit easier. To use coconut oil to unmat fur, warm some coconut oil to a liquid (but not hot!) state and gently massage it into your dog’s fur and skin. Use your fingers to try and loosen or remove mats while you massage the oil into your dog’s fur.