Yorkshire Terrier Grooming

 Yorkshire Terrier Grooming

For many dog owners, the task of bathing their pet is one that is dreaded. Dogs generally do not like to be bathed, even if they love to swim and play in the water. If your Yorkshire Terrier is an escape artist at bath time, here are some simple tips for successful bathing.

1. If you have a Yorkie or another small breed of dog, bathing in a tub is probably a bad idea. The large area in a bath tub will make it tough to contain him. Bathing a small breed in a sink will help you to control him during bath time and will also be easier on your back.

2. Many dogs are afraid of running water and it may cause unnecessary stress on your dog, which will only make him more combative. Filling the sink or tub before bathing will eliminate the loud noise and reduce his stress level. Use a sink or tub spray attachment when it is time to rinse the soap from his coat.

3. When bathing your dog, the water temperature should be lukewarm. Too hot of water may burn your dog and too cold of water will make bath time miserable for your Yorkshire Terrier. Small breed dogs get cold very easy and they will associate feeling cold with bath time, making future baths difficult.

4. For small and medium size dogs, try warming some bath towels in a clothes dryer. Having some warm towels on hand after bathing your pet will help to keep them warm and comfortable.

Applying these simple tips will make bathing your dog easier. Remaining calm and assertive while giving a bath and minimizing stress will help your dog to trust you during bathing and grooming times.

Grooming your dog at home is a great way to save money on your pet care costs and creates a strong bond with your dog. Grooming a dog at home takes a little bit of skill and a lot of patience, but with some practice and the right tools, you can successfully groom you dog. It is important to remember that grooming requires more than bathing and trimming. Every dog needs to have their ears, teeth, and eyes cleaned to keep them healthy and happy.

Yorkshire Terrier grooming also requires an understanding of how to properly groom their coat. Before attempting to groom your dog at home, invest in a guide or book that teaches basic and advanced grooming techniques for all types of breeds.