A dog’s skin is an organ of his body, forming a protective layer over the bones, muscles, and internal organs. The skin has few pain receptors and is sparsely supplied with blood vessels.

However, certain unprotected structures such as the ears have an increased blood supply. Yorkies don’t get welts when bruised, since the skin is affixed very loosely to the flesh and muscles beneath it. This way, the epidermis can slide beneath a blow, affording greater protection from injury. (more…)

Ears are another grooming chore. Here, however, some yorkies require more attention than others. The more hair in the canal, the more likely it is to become infected.

Droopy ears develop problems because there is no air circulation and dirt becomes trapped. (more…)

Dogs normally have five nails on each front paw, and four on the hind paws. The extras are dewclaws, which grow above the foot on the inside of the leg and are vestigial digits or nails of a once-useful toe.

Certain yorkie dogs even have double dewclaws, and some have them on the hind feet as well. They serve no purpose now, and often have to be surgically removed from active yorkies lest they get snagged and cause an injury. (more…)

Brushing is the most usual form of grooming. It keeps the yorkie’s coat in good condition and stimulates the skin. Even short-coated yorkies need regular brushing, and for long-coated yorkies whose coats can mat and tangle – it is essential.

All dogs shed, and one way to cut down on this is to brush your yorkie regularly. (more…)

While running your own home-based yorkie grooming business can be an ideal and appealing situation, you can be subjected to some potential risks should you pursue your plan. Here we will look at how to start a yorkie grooming business at home. (more…)

Grooming a yorkie has a double benefit. Brushing distributes protective oils throughout the coat, keeping the skin clean and healthy, and the act of grooming is soothing for you and your yorkie. (more…)

Why do yorkies stink?

By being clean, sanitation in Yorkshire terriers is meant: freedom from bacteria which cause skin diseases. (more…)

In the way that a correct diet is essential for maintaining your Yorkie Maltese teacup dog‘s internal health so it can be said that regular grooming helps to keep him looking healthy. (more…)

A yorkie is one of the best companions you can have around the house. Aside from treating your yorkie with love and affection, grooming a yorkie is one of the many responsibilities yorkie owners should remember. (more…)

It is essential that your teacup yorkie puppy should be groomed. This not only promotes cleanliness but also enhances the bond between you and your puppy.

He needs to learn to be touched from his nose to his toes. Learning this while young will make grooming and veterinary examinations easier.

The types of brushes you need will depend on his coat. If your teacup yorkie pup has a short coat, you will need a short bristle brush or a grooming glove. For a long-haired teacup yorkie, use a widely spaced comb with blunt teeth and a long bristle brush.

You will also need blunt end scissors and canine nail clippers. Ear wipes for ear cleaning are also a necessity. Your teacup yorkie puppy must get used to bathing on a regular basis – every 10 to 14 days if he is an indoor dog and once a month of he lives outdoors.

Good thing here is, he can be washed in a basin. Cry skin will not be a problem provided you continue putting oil in his food. Stick to shampoos made specifically for puppies.

Always groom your teacup yorkie pup before bathing and stick some cotton in his ears to prevent the water from entering the ear canals. If you plan on washing his face, place a gentle ophthalmic ointment in his eyes for protection.

Make sure he is completely dry before allowing him outside.

Nail trimming should be done every six weeks. This is very important because long nails can cause the foot to splay or spread, causing lameness.

If your teacup yorkie pup has his dewclaws (the claws higher up his leg) then these can curl around and pierce his skin, as well as rip clothing if he jumps up.

Before trimming his nails, look closely at them. They will appear like hooks. You must be careful not to clip the quick, which contains a blood vessel. If cut, it can bleed a lot. Be sure to have styptic powder on hand, just in case.

If your teacup yorkie pup’s nails are white, the quick will be easy to spot – it appears pink under the nail.  For black nails, clip little pieces at a time until the hook-like part is gone. As you can see it is very important for your pup to remain still and relaxed for nail clipping.

Most breeds of dog have a cut specific to and appropriate for that breed. (more…)

Do you think that yorkies have bad days? (more…)

A puppy cut is a great way to go if your puppy’s hair is thick. (more…)

The Yorkshire Terrier is known for its long & flowing coat, to maintain this appearance the coat requires daily grooming. Yorkshire Terriers possess what is known as a ‘single coat,’ simply meaning that they do not have an undercoat. Grooming Yorkshire Terriers