Breeders' tricks for fighting mats in dogs

If you want your Yorkshire Terrier, Biewer Yorkie or Biro to look great, its coat needs to be properly cared for.

The pet needs to be washed regularly. Don’t listen to “advisers” who claim that your dog should be washed as little as possible; this is true for many breeds, but not for Yorkies. If your Yorkie has long hair, then washing should be done once a week; if the baby has short hair, then you can bathe less often, once every two to three weeks, as it gets dirty.

Yorkie wool

Good heredity means beautiful coat! The skin and coat of a Yorkshire Terrier should be the object of constant attention from the owner, because they not only reflect our aesthetic perception of the dog, but also indicate its health. Length, density, color, shine primarily depend on hereditary factors. All immediate ancestors should have a coat of correct structure, which reaches floor length at 15-20 months. That is, with the height of an adult Yorkie being 20-26 cm at the withers, the growth rate of the coat should be at least 15-20 mm per month. It should also be taken into account that the sun's rays have an adverse effect on wool. Salty sea water negatively affects the quality of wool. Too dry indoor air contributes to dry skin and brittle hair. You should not allow your Yorkie to lie near the battery. It must be remembered that the rate of fur growth in a young dog is much greater than in an adult dog. Often the growth rate of hair on the body is much greater than on the head. Split wool does not grow well, so split ends must be trimmed. During certain periods of a Yorkie's life, the rate of fur growth changes. It slows down during the puppy's teeth change, during the bitch's heat and pregnancy, and also during the feeding period of the puppies. Illness or stress can also cause slow fur growth. Wool and skin are a mirror of health! The skin provides protection for the body from the external environment, retains the necessary amount of moisture, fats, mineral salts and vitamins, protects the body from the penetration of foreign microorganisms and, together with the corresponding glands, produces an individual smell, which is necessary at the time of communication with one’s own kind. Insufficient or unbalanced nutrition can worsen the condition of the coat. So, if there is a lack of fat in the dog’s diet, peeling of the skin is observed, localized first in the abdomen, then on the tail and, finally, on the back. The appearance of rashes, ulcers, and pimples is often observed. Mineral salts and trace elements have a specific effect on the skin and coat. Lack of sodium and chlorine causes dry skin and hair loss, lack of copper leads to loss of pigmentation; A lack of zinc can be judged by the appearance of plaques, crusts at the roots of the hair, in the corners of the mouth, around the eyes, ears, etc. An unbalanced intake of iodine compounds deteriorates the coat, making it brittle and short. Problems like these typically arise from feeding dogs leftovers from family meals. This is absolutely NOT possible to do!!! Unhealthy skin, crusts around the eyes, near the nose and on the tail, redness, flaking, itching, inflammation and, as a result, hair loss are very often associated with a lack of various vitamins. With a biotin deficiency, dandruff, itching, and inflammation of the sebaceous glands appear. The coat becomes dry, pigment weakens and baldness may begin. Don't be fooled into thinking that taking individual vitamins and mineral supplements will do a miracle. It would be too easy. Hypervitaminosis, as well as hypovitaminosis, can lead to serious consequences. If there is the slightest problem, you should contact a veterinarian.

Disadvantages in the color of the Yorkie

Disadvantages of the Yorkshire Terrier color include excessive blackening or, on the contrary, too short a saddle length, leading to an almost red color. This is due to the fact that black saddle color can vary greatly. In some cases, the dog will be almost black with traces of red color on the legs, under the tail and faint spots above the eyes. In others, the saddle cloth is so small that the dog looks almost red with a dark stripe on the back. Sometimes the black saddle color can look almost tan. Such a wide range of variations in black-and-white color is associated with the action of special modifier genes. These are genes that can modify the action of the main gene, but manifest themselves only in the presence of the main one (in this case, the pair of genes sa sa aa).

It should be noted that the question of the presence of separate genes responsible for the development of tan and saddle-back colors is controversial. For example, one of the main luminaries of dog color genetics, K. Little, who worked in the middle of the last century, considered the saddle color as a result of the combined action of tan genes and modifier genes. Robinson, Willis and a number of other later authors unequivocally stated the presence of specific alleles for the saddle color. At the moment, a specific gene for black-and-white color has not yet been identified using precise molecular genetic methods, but researchers do not deny its presence. Moreover, it has been suggested that there may be several alleles for such an effect (SMSchmutz, 2005).

Common color faults in the Yorkshire Terrier are light or even whitish tan marks . They are determined by a number of genetic factors that affect the distribution of red pigment.

Should you cut your dog's hair for the summer?

Some owners think that the easiest way to solve the problem of mats in the warm season is to cut the dog's hair. But this can be dangerous.

Wool protects against overheating in hot weather and helps to withstand adverse weather conditions. Dogs with short hair suffer from insect bites. They are susceptible to mechanical damage to the skin. Sometimes clipping causes a disorder called follicular arrest. Hair growth slows down greatly, but the original appearance is restored within many months. Scientists cannot yet explain why this happens.

Haircuts can be hazardous to health

But you can’t do without a haircut in such cases:

• most of the pet’s body is covered with pellets;
• felted wool hurts;
• there is a suspicion of parasite infection;
• Dermatological diseases have been identified - for example, eczema.

In order for a dog to have a beautiful coat and good health, it needs careful care. Preventive shearing does not solve the problem of tangles. Therefore, before taking a long-haired animal into your home, you should think: do you have the time, energy and patience to take care of a new family member?

How to brush your dog?

Dog grooming tools are selected for a specific coat type. For example, to brush pets with long and medium hair, you need to use a brush with metal teeth. For pets with very thick soft hair, you need to purchase a slicker brush. This tool allows you to clean thick undercoat.

Complete grooming of short-haired dog breeds is usually possible even with the use of a brush with rubber teeth, such as comb gloves. This tool not only allows you to remove the shortest hairs, but also perfectly massages your pet’s skin.

If you take care of several dogs at once that have different coat types, then you should purchase a universal furminator. It allows you to effectively care for both long-haired and short-haired breeds. You can prevent mats from forming in dogs with thick coats by using a long-toothed comb.

A little about caring for a Yorkie puppy's coat:

The puppy is washed every 10 days. I use a mild shampoo. Definitely with air conditioning. I never use two-in-one products and I don’t recommend it! If the puppy does not tolerate washing well, wash it more often, so he will get used to it faster. In order for the puppy to get used to the combing procedure, brush it every day, and sometimes several times a day. Be sure to use a combing spray. As soon as the baby gets used to the comb, increase the intervals between combing. First every other day, then after 2 days, and then they look at the condition of the coat. Do not oil the puppy's fur; it is not advisable to use a spray that contains oil and alcohol. At the age of 5 months (they look at the condition of the coat, the number of tangles increases, the coat is dry to the touch) they will begin to make an oil mask an hour and a half before washing. I use different oils or a mixture of oils (linseed, jojoba, almond, coconut, burdock, etc.) And also after combing the coat, you can apply oil or balm that does not need to be washed off. First, the oil is poured into a low flat container and diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio. What oils should I use? The most suitable oils are wheat germ, grape seed, mink, burdock, peach, coconut... Oil consumption per dog at a time should be no more than half a teaspoon. Heavily oiled wool looks greasy and sticky and quickly absorbs dust and dirt. Using a soft brush, apply oil or balm evenly to combed strands, but in no case to the skin, in the following places: under the eyes, on the forehead, on the back of the nose, on the sides of the muzzle and head, on the neck, then on the body, starting from the back , last but not least, on the paws. At the age of 6-8 months and older. Wash the dog once a week, regardless of whether the dog is washed with oil or just with conditioner. Wool without curlers with oil applied gets dirty very quickly; without oil it begins to dry out, even if you use a very good conditioner. Dirty wool does not grow well. For a male dog, if he is not wearing a diaper, the hair in the lower back area is collected with the tail up so that urine does not get on the fur. If the male dog is wearing a diaper, the wool is collected in two curlers, just under the diaper. In the intervals between washings, do not comb the oiled fur along the body. I think that combing dirty wool only spoils it. As necessary, comb the tail over the body or the hair in curlers under the diaper. As for the head, the top, mustache and beard are collected with latex elastic bands. If the dog walks without oil, only washed with conditioner, between baths I comb the coat 1-2 times with a special moisturizing spray (which does not contain oils and alcohol). You can spray the wool with “Thermal water” (Vichy, Uriage, etc.) 2-3 times a week. Once every month and a half, use super-cleansing shampoo (dries out the hair).. If the dog already has long hair, then it goes to the oil and 1 week without oil in conditioner. The coat and skin need to rest and breathe.

Which shampoo with conditioner is considered the best?

In any case, the shampoo should contain a minimum pH level and consist of natural ingredients. Transparent color also indicates decent quality, as does the absence of a strong odor.

We choose a high-quality shampoo without regard to the price, otherwise damaged skin and the appearance of difficult to comb tangles will not keep you waiting.

There are shampoos with various ingredients. Let's take a closer look at each of them.

• Moisturizing – regulate the water balance of the skin, making the fur soft and silky.
• Adding volume – the main component is silicone, which visually increases the volume of the animal’s fur.
• Regenerating – the composition includes various oils that help revive the hair. If your pet's fur is highly electrified, such shampoos will be the optimal solution.
• Bio-shampoo - includes ingredients of exclusively natural origin, saturates the skin with nutritional elements, and stimulates the growth of new hair.
• Super cleansing - if you often attend exhibitions, then this shampoo is the best solution. It efficiently washes away all applied varnishes, sprays, oils, etc.

Causes

Mats appear for a variety of reasons, listed below:

Wet, washed fur clumps into clumps. The rolling process occurs because after washing the shaggy pet, no one thoroughly wiped it or dried it with a hairdryer. In addition to the appearance of mats, there is the problem of wool overheating, which can lead to an unpleasant odor throughout the room;

Soap mats are another common problem in dogs. This problem occurs due to the fault of the owners who, when bathing their pets, soap and rub the fur too hard. To avoid such troubles in the future, shampoo must be applied evenly and smoothly, gently rubbing it into the animal’s skin with your fingers, as if massaging. This way the fur does not get tangled;

When purchasing clothes for your dog, you may encounter a similar problem. This problem occurs in the place where the seams adjoin the animal’s skin. When purchasing clothes for your pet, make sure that the lining of the jacket is smooth;

Burdock and thorny bushes. On a walk, very often your pet climbs into bushes that are full of this vegetation, plus eats the ground. It is extremely difficult to combat such a scourge - when you pull out a burdock, it begins to crumble into factions, which only complicates the process. If it gets on the fur, it is better to pull the burdock out immediately, so as not to suffer later and not to cut off the damaged areas;

Do not use a simple fine-toothed massage comb. Outwardly, the dog will look neat, but over time the undercoat rolls off like felt, which even professionals cannot remove. In this situation, only a haircut will save you;

Often, tangles appear due to the fault of overly loving owners. By stroking and ruffling your pet's skin, you can easily confuse the hair, which leads to the appearance of tangles; Some veterinarians associate the formation of mats with a pet’s illness - if, in addition to mats, dandruff appears on the fur and it has faded, you will have to seek help from specialists and treat the dog.

Now that we know the main reasons for the occurrence of mats, we will directly answer the question - how to comb out mats from a dog and what is required for this.

Getting rid of crumpled hair

If for some reason it was not possible to keep track of the dog and tangles still formed on the fur, it is necessary to comb them out with the least harm to the animal. To the question - how to comb a dog's mats, there are several answers and tricks that will help a novice dog breeder cope with this trouble. Let's look at the most effective of them:

The soft fur around the ears and armpits, which constantly gets tangled, will be much easier to care for if you sprinkle it with zinc-based talcum powder immediately after brushing. Then, you need to take a dog mat cutter, cut off the matted hair and comb it thoroughly again;

To remove mats, some dog breeders use regular warm water and baby oil to lubricate the problem area. After waiting a while until the wool softens, you can then calmly straighten the hairs with your fingers;

Anti-matt products for dogs should be selected carefully, because some of them are developed exclusively for a specific breed. Using the product not according to the instructions, you can wash the animal’s undercoat, which will negatively affect the pet’s appearance;

Anti-matt spray for dogs, like other hair care products, has one significant drawback - high cost. If you have a show dog, then purchasing the product is rational; if not, you can use folk methods, which have also proven themselves well;

Some professional groomers use expensive cosmetics for people to make working with fur easier. To play it safe, first make a small swab on your dog's belly or chest. Look what happened in that area a day later - in the absence of an allergic reaction and other diseases, you can safely use this remedy;

Combing

Combing is an important step in preserving the coat. Before you start combing, you need to dry your hair thoroughly, since wet hair stretches and becomes brittle. Given the delicate texture of the Yorkie's silky coat, choosing the right brush is very important. The brushes needed must be of very high quality. Don't skimp on tools. For daily combing you need to use special sprays. It is not recommended to comb dry fur. Before you start combing, lightly spray the fur with spray. Here are the necessary tools for caring for the Yorkshire Terrier's coat:

— Massage brush with metal teeth (with antistatic coating) made of stainless steel, there should be no balls on the tips of the teeth; — Massage brush made of natural bristles, used once a week, after a shower; — A massage brush made of natural bristles (small), it is convenient to comb the topknot, and you can perfectly untangle tangles; — A comb with rotating teeth, very convenient if there are tangles; — Plastic comb with a metal tail (with antistatic coating). Used for parting and for top; — A small, fine-toothed comb. Convenient to use for combing mustaches and beards; Latex rubber bands are necessary for hairstyles and curlers; — Barber scissors — Nail clipper (for small dogs) and nail file. — Colt cutter

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One of the most popular breeds of decorative dogs is the Yorkshire Terrier. This little living “toy” has a worthy set of characteristics: brave, kind, loyal, smart and, without a doubt, beautiful.

The appearance also does not lag behind, and the Yorkie's coat allows you to create hairstyles or creative haircuts.

The Yorkshire Terrier's coat is unique; it has no undercoat, and the dog does not shed. The structure resembles human hair - smooth, soft and silky. You can see the fallen fur only when combing.

Due to the lack of undercoat, these small dogs get cold in autumn and winter, so they wear overalls and raincoats for walks, which also protect their fur from dirt.

Colt cutter

Another assistant in care is a tangle cutter. Despite the name, it does not cut, but rather safely untangles felted wool.

They produce several types of tools:

• Vertical - is a comb for combing, in which instead of the usual teeth there are sharpened blades. Their back side is rounded, sometimes they are hook-shaped.
• Striping (horizontal) - resembles a powder brush.
• Drop-shaped - the working part includes only one or several blades. This model is used to remove tangles in the ears, limbs, armpits and other similar areas.

Single Prong Tool

When purchasing, pay attention to the following details:

• handle design - it should be comfortable to grip and work with, preferably coated with anti-slip materials (silicone, rubber);
• the presence of a thumb rest - for a more comfortable hand position;
• material from which the blades are made - preference is given to products made of high-quality steel;
• Blade sharpness and shape - wavy edge increases efficiency.

Horizontal and vertical models

As with combs, the number of teeth matters. Thus, for lush and thick fur, you need a tool with 12 blades up to 10 cm long. A model with teeth 5–6 cm long, which is also convenient to use for cats, is considered universal.

How to choose a good comb for your Yorkie?

First of all, you should remember that plastic brushes and combs are not suitable for Yorkshire Terriers, they electrify the hairs and tangle them. Therefore, even if the body of the device is made of plastic, the teeth must be covered with metal.

It is necessary to pay attention to the quality of materials and sizes of devices. Yorkies are miniature dogs, so the tools must be selected so that they can be used to effectively comb hard-to-reach areas. The teeth must be rounded, otherwise you can scratch the delicate skin.

How to properly wash a Yorkshire Terrier

The fur on the body is not combed before washing, only problem areas are checked for the presence of tangles (neck, armpits and behind the ears); if there are any, try to sort them out (using sprays to untangle the tangles). Be sure to carefully comb the fur on the top; do not touch the mustache and beard. Also brush the ponytail or hair curlers along the body. Wet your hair with very warm water for about 3 minutes from the shower, the water pressure is strong. The first shampoo, as a rule, is used only to wash away dirt. Apply quickly and wash off just as quickly. Start washing from the head and rinse right away! Then the body is washed. Wash off for a long time. The second shampoo is already caring or medicinal; you can add a few drops of oil to it. First they wash their hair and rinse it off, then they wash it over the body. Apply thoroughly, you can make “combing” movements with your fingers. The skin is massaged with your fingertips. Particular attention is paid to the ends of the hair. Rinse for a long time, under a strong stream of very warm water. If necessary, wash a third time with shampoo. They look at the fur. Balm (conditioner) is diluted only with boiled water. Apply the balm to the fur, starting again from the head, but do not rinse it off at this point! Let him work longer. The conditioner is rubbed with light movements into the skin and coat, in the direction of hair growth - from the spine to the ends. Keep for at least 5 minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water, keep the pressure from the shower low, the fur should remain slippery. The oil is mixed with any thick conditioners. Dilute sour cream until thick, add 1-2 tbsp. oils (for example: 1 tbsp mink and 1 tbsp jojoba), mix well. The oil does not float on the surface and is easily applied to the wool. Rinse off lightly (not too much, the hair should be slippery). After washing, the dog is wrapped in a terry towel, which absorbs moisture well. Keep in a towel for 5-10 minutes. During this time, before you start drying your Yorkie, drip eye lotion, check the ears and instill ear lotion, clean them with cotton swabs. I do all this in order to remove any water that gets into the dog’s eyes and ears. Drying with a hair dryer To dry wool, you need to use a hair dryer with a power of at least 1600-1800 W, always with temperature switching. A powerful hair dryer will reduce drying time. Start drying with hot air and a strong flow, simply disassemble the hair with your hand. They don’t dry it completely, the hairs seem dry, but they hang like icicles and are still wet. Turn off the hair dryer and start combing, lightly sprinkling the hair with antistatic for the first time. They take a massager (should have an antistatic coating, metal teeth made of stainless steel, there should be no balls on the tips of the teeth) and start combing from the ends of the hairs, gradually, like going up a flight of stairs, higher and higher. If the brush finds places where the hairs are tangled, then change to a comb with rotating teeth and untangle with it. After all the hair has been combed, we go back to the hairdryer and dry the hair (wool) with warm air, alternating with a cold stream. If your hair has waves, now is the time to pull it back. Try to direct the air flow along the hair growth. The third stage of drying is cold flow only. The wool must be dried thoroughly; this is the only way to avoid tangles and get away from the waves. The last stage is the final combing. Combing sequence: comb No. 1 comb No. 5, comb all hairs, especially problem areas, make a parting and a ponytail. comb No. 2, before combing it, lightly spray it with an antistatic agent a second time and comb it. Make a top or braid. Collect the mustache and beard with latex elastic bands. And of course, you cannot grow beautiful and bright wool without special additives (vitamins).

Prevention of tangles

In order to eliminate tangles with minimal wool loss, you need to do this immediately after they are discovered. It’s even better if combing is done regularly, which will form the basis of prevention. You need to wash and comb your pet's fur as often as necessary. It is advisable to brush some breeds daily, for example, collie, chow-chow. Almost all long-haired breeds need to be combed every day if they roam freely on the street and get caught in burrs, puddles or sand.

In the process, you need to eliminate tangles, only as a last resort by cutting them off with scissors; as soon as they begin to appear, you can easily untangle them. This will avoid causing pain to the animal. Key attention should be paid to the armpits, ear and belly areas, where hair is most prone to matting. For a high-quality result, you need to choose a good slicker, which will minimize discomfort for the dog.

Anti-tangle shampoo is an effective preventive measure that prevents their formation. The product is ineffective against already formed tangles. In this case, shampoo should be used in parallel with combing. After taking a bath, you need to dry your pet’s fur with a hairdryer, combing out tangles as you go. A dog should not be allowed to run around with wet fur, as it will quickly become tangled.

How to teach a dog to brush?

Brushing is an integral part of caring for your dog. You can completely avoid this responsibility only if you have a “bald” pet. Therefore, the issue of accustoming the dog to this procedure is very important. Practice shows that with the right approach to raising a puppy, problems with combing almost never arise. The ideal age for accustoming to combing is considered to be from one to three months.

While the pet gets used to the procedure, it is necessary to handle its fur and skin very delicately. Any pain can be remembered for a long time by the puppy and he will have the wrong idea about combing. Adult animals also need to be trained gradually and carefully. An excellent motivation for your pet to endure the procedure is subsequent feeding with tasty treats.

Every dog ​​should be able to calmly tolerate grooming and brushing. To ensure that such procedures do not become chronic stress for your pet, it is necessary to pay special attention to the training of brushing.

What experts say

Animal groomers actively use this tool in their work. It effectively removes matted hair without spoiling the dog's appearance. This is very important, especially if the pet belongs to the show class and regularly performs at exhibitions.

However, experts do not recommend delaying the removal of hairballs. The tangle does not unravel on its own; on the contrary, it becomes larger over time. In advanced cases, the groomer is forced to cut it out, and this may change the course of the haircut itself.

Reviews

“Royal Groom shampoo lathers well. Despite the small volume, 3 months is definitely enough. A very convenient dispenser, indispensable when you wash a pet who doesn’t want to do it at all. You don’t have to do a bunch of unnecessary actions!”

“We have been using Bio Groom for 2 years and have no complaints, it suited us 100%. Each dog needs to select cosmetics individually, I hit the nail on the head – that’s great!”

Now you know what to choose for your pet and how to properly care for it. Health, strength to you and your pet and winning prizes at exhibitions.

Punishment

Yorkies need to be weaned off petty pranks at a young age. Otherwise, chewing furniture or begging from the table will become a habit. In matters of education, it is important to know when to stop. Never lay your hand on a dog. After all, the owner’s hands symbolize trust and care: they give food, stroke, and kindly scratch behind the ear. There are other methods for punishment: splashing with water; shaking by the collar.

How to accustom a dog to being handled, to washing its paws or in the bath, to grooming, to medical procedures

Doing this is all very simple and does not require a lot of effort and time from you! And it gives your dog great joy if you do the exercises correctly.

What procedures can be unpleasant for a dog? Washing paws, bathing, trimming nails, brushing teeth and ears, trimming, combing, showing and brushing teeth, feeling, etc. Even accustom your dog to your hands

It is necessary with the help of special exercises, at a very early age, so that your pet always brings only joy, especially if there are children at home - after all, they so like to cuddle their pets.

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Special cosmetics

To ensure that your dog always looks smooth and well-groomed, pet cosmetics manufacturers have developed a line of anti-matt care products. The essence of the action is that they eliminate static electricity in the pile and make it slippery. Some manufacturers take into account not only the length, but also the color of the pet. For example, BioGroom and Beaphar have such products.

Table 1. Anti-tangling cosmetics.

Walking rules

As already mentioned, Yorkies are very clean. They are easy to train to the litter box, so dogs do not need walking as a means to resolve their delicate issues. But walks are required. Babies also need fresh air, like all living creatures. They need to frolic on the grass, so try to let your baby off your hands for at least a little while each walk. When you have vaccinated your dog, wait 1.5–2 weeks from the date of vaccination, and then you can go for a walk.

The puppy's first walks should not be tiring. They are introductory: it is important for the baby to get comfortable in an unfamiliar environment. At first he may be a little scared, but then he begins to show curiosity - encourage him, his owner's approval is important to him. Physical activity at a calm pace, leisurely walks - this is what suits Yorkies. Try to walk in quiet places, in areas that are not very noisy; such a baby is easily frightened. Since the dog does not have a thick undercoat, he needs special clothes for walking. You can put shoes on your paws to prevent injury to the delicate pads of your paws.

In severe frost, try not to walk your Yorkie: he will freeze. It is recommended to adhere to the regime - this is important for raising a dog. The baby is convenient because its size allows you to take the dog even on long trips. You need a carrying bag and a leash with a collar, the rest is secondary.

How to care for a newly purchased puppy

Even before the puppy arrives, you need to take care of the necessary care items and prepare the place. In a new home, the terrier may be frightened by the new environment, but gradually he will begin to get used to it and master the territory.

What to buy for a puppy

It is better to buy all products for the maintenance and care of the Yorkshire Terrier in pet stores or at large exhibitions.

For York you will need:

• enclosure (to create a cozy and safe place in the puppy’s home);
• bed;
• carrying bag;
• collar with leash and tape measure;
• bowls, at least two pieces;
• feeder and drinking bowl (necessarily heavy, ceramic or earthenware);
• latex and edible toys made from veins (bones, balls, squeakers);
• specialized cosmetics (shampoos, balms, sprays);
• Terry towel;
• combs of several types: metal with a comfortable handle and frequent rounded teeth; massage brushes;
• papillots with elastic bands;
• small scissors with rounded ends, which are convenient for trimming the hair on the ears and between the toes;
• nail clippers or nail clippers;
• file for sharpening claws;
• various clothes;
• bows, hairpins and various accessories for creating hairstyles

Prepare your apartment for the arrival of a dog

For the puppy, you need to secure the quietest place in the house. Do not give him a place where drafts . You cannot assign the puppy a place near the radiator, in the corridor where people often walk.

Remove all small toys and things from the house that an inquisitive dog might chew or swallow. It is better to purchase a special playpen, the dog will be safe in it, but do not put it in a dark corner. Give your Yorkie a bed to sleep on.

How to prepare a place where the dog will rest?

You can sew a puppy bed yourself by filling it with padding polyester or furniture foam rubber . Removable covers are a must. Specialized stores sell sun loungers with sides or in the shape of a house. Dogs feel more protected on them.

How to train to the tray

It’s not difficult to train a Yorkie to sit on a tray, but at first you will have to suffer a little. Be patient , if you scold and punish him, you can upset the dog’s psyche.

Little Yorkies relieve themselves after eating and sleeping. This is the time to plant them. Stand in front of him until he empties. After this, be sure to praise him . Soon the dog will learn to cope with this matter on its own.

And if your pet continues to misbehave at home, then read our detailed recommendations on how to wean him off it.

Basic command training

Training will help your inquisitive Yorkie avoid a lot of trouble. For training you will need: a good mood, 10 minutes of free time and a few treats. The owner's cheerful and cheerful voice, together with his favorite delicacy, will turn any workout into an exciting game.

“Come to me”: throw a ball or other toy to the dog, then lure him to you with a treat, say the pet’s name and command. If the puppy runs up immediately, reward him.

“Place”: When sitting next to your dog, hold the treat where it can be seen. Go to the couch and say the command. When the puppy comes, place him in his place and apply light pressure to the rump. For following the command, praise the baby and give him a tasty piece.

“Fu”: the command is used only when it is necessary to stop any action. To do this, say it in a stern voice and lightly tug the leash. It is worth approaching the study of this command when the training stage has been completed and the owner has managed to gain the trust of the dog.

• Yorkshire Terriers are easy to train, so teaching them other commands is not difficult.

Bathing

Once every 2 weeks, after thoroughly parsing and combing out the tangles, you need to wash your Yorkie in warm water using shampoo and conditioner. Please note that you should not pour cosmetics on your dog.

It is enough to rub them in your palms and only then wash your pet. The shampoo is applied along the coat with light massaging movements. Rinse off the foam with a gentle stream of shower. Dry your pet with dry towels or use a hairdryer.

Each terrier has a different coat quality, so there are no uniform recommendations for the use of shampoos and conditioners. The general rule is their composition: the protein and lanolin content indicates the quality of cosmetics during washing.

How often should you brush your dog?

Dogs of different breeds have different needs for brushing their fur. Most representatives of short-haired dog breeds need to be brushed approximately once every two weeks, a little more often is possible, but less often is not advisable. Those with both short and coarse hair can be brushed once every three weeks. Long-haired pets are the most difficult to care for: you need to brush their fur almost every day.

During shedding, your dog needs to be brushed much more often. Smooth-haired dogs need grooming every couple of days, while long-haired dogs need grooming every day. Each breed may have its own standards of care, so the owner must always consult with specialists.

Advantages and disadvantages

A significant advantage of the tool is the careful removal and, if possible, untangling of matted hair on the pet’s body. Thanks to the mat cutter, the owner or groomer is able to keep the dog’s coat in proper condition without creating a “bald patch.” An additional advantage of the product is the presence of several models, thanks to which the dog owner can choose a mat cutter based on the size and structure of the pet’s coat.

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The disadvantage of the tool is considered to be poor quality manufacturing. Not all manufacturers strive to please the potential client. By purchasing a low-quality product, the owner risks simply throwing away money, since the hair cutter will not perform its main function.

Educational issues

Cute Yorkies only seem small and defenseless. In fact, the blood of real English hunters flows in their veins. They are incredibly smart, have a habit of insisting on their own and can come up with all sorts of tricks to ruin the plans of their owners. Therefore, it is better to start caring for a Yorkshire Terrier with issues of education. There are several immutable rules that will help with this.

How to choose a good comb for your Yorkie?

First of all, you should remember that plastic brushes and combs are not suitable for Yorkshire Terriers, they electrify the hairs and tangle them. Therefore, even if the body of the device is made of plastic, the teeth must be covered with metal.

It is necessary to pay attention to the quality of materials and sizes of devices. Yorkies are miniature dogs, so the tools must be selected so that they can be used to effectively comb hard-to-reach areas. The teeth must be rounded, otherwise you can scratch the delicate skin.

Are vaccinations necessary?

Vaccination is a necessary condition for the formation of strong immunity in a dog. If you ignore vaccinations, your dog can become infected with a number of dangerous diseases that can be fatal. The formation of immunity is a rather complex process that must take place under the close attention of a veterinarian.

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A Yorkshire Terrier puppy acquires its first immunity by feeding on its mother's milk. Thus, the baby’s protection is maintained for some time, protecting the puppy’s body from attacks by viruses and bacteria. However, this acquired immunity gradually fades away.

Before vaccination, a number of necessary conditions must be met:

• make sure the dog is completely healthy;
• two weeks before the planned vaccination, carry out anthelmintic measures;
• 3 days before vaccination, it is necessary to monitor the puppy’s temperature, which normally should not exceed 39 °C.

Important! It is forbidden to vaccinate if the dog is sick, in heat, pregnant or nursing puppies.

The first scheduled vaccination is given when the puppy reaches 9 weeks of age. The second is carried out when the pet reaches 13 weeks. The third is carried out when the baby reaches 30 weeks of age. A Yorkie's first rabies vaccination is given at 12 months.

Vaccination is a necessity