How to cut a Yorkie - the most fashionable Yorkshire Terrier haircuts

The Yorkshire Terrier is a long-haired dog breed. A special feature of Yorkies is their low weight (from 1.5 to 3.5 kg) and the unique structure of their coat. Dogs of this breed have long, thick hair, which makes grooming a Yorkie a rather complicated but necessary procedure.

There are several types of Yorkshire Terrier haircuts; they are selected depending on the color, length and degree of hardness of the hair. An experienced groomer will recommend haircuts and styles for your pet in accordance with its coat type and breed standards.

Hair care for an adult dog, features and nuances

The main difference between the Yorkie's coat is the fine structure of the hair and the absence of undercoat. These features allow them to avoid seasonal molting.

The basis of systematic care is regular washing and combing. Bathing is carried out once every 2 weeks at a stable air temperature of at least 25°C, water temperature 33 - 35°C. Show dogs need more frequent bathing – once every 10 days. Claw treatment is carried out as necessary, after a visual inspection.

Proper care and regular grooming of Yorkshire terriers allows you to get rid of the characteristic “dog” smell, and the absence of shedding significantly reduces the risk of allergic reactions in the owners of these dogs.

One of the problems with caring for Yorkies' coat is the frequent formation of mats. Regular grooming of your Yorkie, in addition to bathing, also includes combing out tangled lumps, haircuts, and sanitizing the groin and anal areas.

Additional techniques

Another simple way to stop barking is to touch the ears. If the dog barks, lightly squeeze the tip of the ears with two fingers. This method is best tried when the dog is calm. If the reaction is positive, put it into practice. While squeezing your pet’s ear, give the command “No” or “Quiet” at the same time. Over time, the animal will develop the correct conditioned reflex.

If your dog is barking out of fear, observe its behavior. The dog presses his ears, hides behind you, backs away, barking or whining heart-rendingly, tucks his tail - he is scared of something. At this point, you should not shout or hit the dog, as you will increase the dog's fears. Behave confidently and calm the animal.

Approach and lead the dog to the object that scared your pet, but do not pull the dog too hard on the leash. You must behave like a “leader” and show by example that there is no threat. The dog will sniff the “frightening” object and calm down.

If the dog reacts sharply to stimuli and shows anxiety, you can give sedatives. Consult your veterinarian regarding the choice and dosage of sedatives.

A more radical way to wean yourself from barking at people or animals is surgery, which involves cutting the vocal cords. But such a method can lead to serious complications in the future.

If your pet barks at its relatives, arrange walks with other dogs. Get used to communicating with your relatives gradually, but from an early age.

Types of Yorkshire Terrier haircuts

Long and thin hair (its structure is almost identical to human hair) allows Yorkie owners to add uniqueness and charm to the image of their pets. Depending on the type of coat, gender and age of your pet, its participation in shows and exhibitions, the time of year, the haircut of Yorkshire terriers is:

• Everyday . Regular (every 1.5-2 months) shortening the length of the entire hairline.
• Hygienic . This procedure is performed once every 1-1.5 months. The main goal of a hygienic haircut is to remove hair in places most susceptible to the accumulation of dirt and germs (anal and groin areas, spaces between the fingers).
• Standard or cosmetic (a type of exhibition haircut). In accordance with the international standards of the FCI (Cynological Association International) and the British Kennel Club (the oldest English kennel club in the world, engaged in the registration of purebred dog breeds), only trimming is provided for Yorkshire terriers participating in exhibitions (shortening no more than 1-2.5 cm) length of hair on the body.
• Seasonal . Depending on the time of year, a Yorkie's haircut can be summer or winter. A summer haircut is done with a clipper; on the sides and back of the dog, the hair is cut short (length no more than 1-1.5 cm), in the area of ​​the tail and paws the hair is only trimmed. There are no specific requirements or instructions for the types of winter haircuts; the choice depends on the individual characteristics of your pet.
• Model . These haircuts are not limited by strict rules and requirements; they can be creative and imaginative, emphasizing the originality and uniqueness of the Yorkie's image. The only condition is that haircuts are modeled only for dogs that do not participate in exhibitions or shows.

Required Tools

As noted earlier, special tools are required to groom your pet. These include:

1. Scissors of various types (with an elongated straight blade, with rounded ends and curved).
2. Electric dog clipper with different attachments. They can be made from any materials, but in no case from plastic.
3. Trimmer. It is required to remove hair from the heel and muzzle.
4. Combs (from standard form in one row to furminator).
5. Colt cutter (if necessary).
6. Claw cutter.
7. Anti-slip mat.

Types of model haircuts

Model haircuts for Yorkie boys and girls are very diverse; when choosing, you need to focus on the length and thickness of the coat.

Owners of Yorkie girls prefer to keep their pets' long hair; this allows their dogs to create beautiful hairstyles using various accessories (bows, hairpins, rhinestones). The most common and popular types of model haircuts for Yorkie girls:

The main criterion for choosing the right haircut for a Yorkie boy is the hair structure. For those with hard, fluffy fur, the most suitable options are the following models:

Yorkshire terriers with smooth and long hair that meets breed standards are suitable for both model and exhibition haircuts. When grooming Yorkie boys, groomers try to adhere to the classic rules - strict straight lines and short-cropped body coat.

Step-by-step analysis of the process

Grooming a pet is performed according to the following scheme:

1. Trimming always starts from the bottom, namely from the paws. Each limb is taken in turn and the hair between the toes is removed using a machine. This must be done carefully, as the animal may be injured.
2. Ear treatment. You need to remove one third of the hair from the outside. To do this, use a comb to separate the hair from the ears from the rest of the hairs. The edge of the ear is placed on the palm, and the hairs are shaved off (according to the growth of the fur) with a machine with a millimeter nozzle. The line should be as straight as possible. Hairs in the ears are removed with a trimmer or tweezers.
3. Trimming the fur on the bridge of the nose and around the eyes. For this purpose, use scissors with rounded ends. You also need to shorten the hairs on your cheeks and chin to get a beautiful contour. Yorkie girls can be left with a “top note” (tail on top of the head). This is done like this: the hairs located in the corners of the eyes are picked up to the beginning of the ear and collected in a ponytail.
4. Treatment of the groin area and butt. The dog is placed in an even position and the hair is carefully shaved off. This should be done with a machine with a 3 mm nozzle. In this area, the hairs grow in different directions, so you should constantly turn the tool and make sure that the blades move against the hair growth. To thoroughly clean the genital area, lift the tail and paws.
5. Trimming the body. Movements are performed from the tail to the neck, against the hair growth. First, the back and sides are shaved. After this, if desired, you can expose the stomach, neck and paws to the middle. The hairs remaining on the paws are shortened with scissors, forming “pants.” Ready!

Each owner decides independently who and where will groom their favorite Yorkie. At first, while the subtleties of grooming are not clear, you can go to the studio. Next, you can carry out a hygienic haircut using a photo yourself, there is nothing complicated about it.

Yorkshire terrier puppy coat care

The coat of puppies is different from the coat of an adult dog. The color develops during the first year of life and may change slightly over the course of 3 years. The structure of the Yorkie's coat is identical to the structure of human hair; each hair grows from one bulb in length throughout its life.

According to breed standards, at the age of 4 - 5 months, the length of the Yorkshire Terrier's coat should be approximately equal to its height at the withers, i.e. reach floor level. The monthly increase in coat length for a puppy that meets breed standards is 15-20 mm. After 1 year of life, the growth rate slows down slightly - 8-15 mm/month.

Experienced groomers advise adhering to the following rules:

1. The first grooming of Yorkshire terrier puppies is carried out at 1.5 months. It includes hygienic hair removal in the groin and anal area and sanitization of the ears and the area around the eyes.
2. It is recommended to do a haircut at 4 - 4.5 months, 10 days after the main vaccination (provided that the dog does not participate in exhibition events). Machine grooming of a Yorkie puppy is carried out after it has become accustomed to other grooming procedures (bathing, combing, trimming hair with scissors, hygienic treatment in the groin and anus area). This haircut is best done after 1 year of life, when the structure of the coat is finally formed.
3. During the first haircut, the duration of the procedure should not exceed 20-30 minutes, so as not to cause any discomfort to your pet. Regular bathing and brushing of puppies begins at an early age (1-1.5 months). This develops a habit in them and makes future care easier.
4. Great importance is given to combing out the mats of small Yorkies. This is done daily using care products and a special comb. A slicker brush is not suitable for removing mats from Yorkies due to their lack of undercoat.
5. After 5 months, before bathing, you can make oil masks for the coat. After bathing, apply a specialized hair balm. In order not to overload the coat, it is necessary to carry out only one of these procedures.
6. A balanced diet is very important for the proper development of the puppy. Dryness, flaking and itching of the skin, atypical hair loss signal a lack of sodium and chlorine. The formation of crusts and plaques in the area of ​​the ears and eyes, as well as the root part of the hair, is associated with a lack of zinc in the dog’s body.

What to do if your dog barks at your neighbors: advice from a dog handler

The reaction of dogs to a bell, a knock on the door, or if someone else enters private territory is quite adequate and normal. The dog protects its owners and its possessions. But if your pet reacts inappropriately to neighbors, barks at passers-by or barks at everything that moves behind the fence, this can lead to big problems, especially if you live in a multi-story building.

In addition, there is a category of people who are terrified of dogs or do not perceive animals at all. Therefore, stop barking at people from puppyhood.

In this situation, the method of reprimand and encouragement also works well. As soon as the dog pays attention to passers-by or starts barking at a neighbor, pull the leash forcefully, shout, and give a prohibiting command. If the dog shows obedience, praise it.

It is very important that the dog, regardless of breed, stops barking immediately upon your command. Practice the command quietly until the dog begins to obey it unquestioningly. Always praise the animal for good behavior and completed tasks.

Never reward if a dog barks at passers-by for no reason. Show your dissatisfaction by not interacting or playing with your pet for a while. Dogs intuitively sense their owner’s mood and try to please him. You can give treats until a “noisy reaction” appears.

If the dog barks at everyone behind the fence, distract his attention, call him to you and give the prohibition command in a strict intonation. Do not allow your pet to bark without a reason. Muzzle your dog. This piece of equipment will fix the mouth, and the dog will not be able to bark.

Benefits of grooming in professional salons

Dog handlers and veterinarians often advise giving preference to grooming Yorkshire terriers in specialized grooming salons. This is explained by the difficulty of working with the long hair of Yorkies, the strict rules imposed by the breed standard and the effectiveness of the use of professional cosmetic and medicinal products. Systematic daily care for dogs of this breed is difficult at home due to the need to purchase special tools and care products.

Grooming salon "ARTEMONoff" in Moscow offers a wide variety of haircuts and procedures for the care of the Yorkshire terrier. Our prices are very affordable, the convenient location of the salon (Levoberezhny and Khovrino districts) and the proximity of the Belomorskaya and Rechnoy Vokzal metro stations will allow visitors to quickly and comfortably get to us.

Model, hygienic and exhibition haircuts for Yorkie boys and girls are performed by certified hairdressers who work using specialized hypoallergenic Crown Royale cosmetics. Experienced groomers will select the most suitable haircut for your pet, taking into account the structure and characteristics of the coat.

The cost of a haircut depends on its type, length and thickness of the dog's coat. On the salon’s website you can find a detailed price list and find out how much a haircut or comprehensive grooming of a Yorkshire terrier costs.

By visiting the ARTEMONoff grooming salon, you can be sure that your pet will maintain a well-groomed and beautiful appearance for a long time, and the use of professional cosmetics for animals will be a good prevention of skin diseases and the development of fur pathologies.

How to cut your pet's hair 4 ways

1. In specialized salons, you can use one of the provided model or classic hairstyles.
2. Use the service of calling a hairdresser to your home;
3. Bring your pet directly to the master at home or to the salon;
4. Do the entire procedure yourself. The proposed options have their positive and negative sides:

Positive

1. Specialists are able to create high-quality hairstyles based on experience and knowledge, as well as perform the procedure using specialized tools and equipment.
2. They will give advice and help you choose the appropriate method.
3. Also in such salons there are guarantees for quality, which can be compensated in case of unforeseen

situations.

Yorkie haircut price:

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How to cut a dog's hair if it bites

Quite often, dog owners encounter problems when trying to trim their animal.
Usually a calm and friendly dog ​​reacts sharply to scissors and clippers, spins around and does not let itself be handled, growls and shows its teeth. This behavior is not considered normal and indicates major psychological problems in the puppy. In most cases, the causes of aggression during grooming lie in childhood. The puppy was simply not trained to this procedure according to all the rules, they were not shown how to behave, or they caused injury through their wrong actions.

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Preparation

After preparing all the tools, you can proceed to the hygienic haircut of your Yorkie. What does it include? The process consists of the following steps:

1. Preparing yourself. It is recommended to wear a cotton suit with pants and long sleeves. You should not choose synthetic clothing, as it will electrify the animal's fur, and this will greatly complicate the process.
2. Table preparation. The surface should be covered with an anti-slip mat and good lighting installed.
3. Preparing the animal. Yorick needs to be thoroughly combed (remove tangles), bathed and dried with a hairdryer. The latter must be done, since when wet wool interacts with an electric machine, the consequences can be very disastrous.