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Most Yorkshire owners prefer to have their dogs professionally groomed, for several reasons:<\/p>\n
Of course, there are other reasons for preferring to do it yourself:<\/p>\n
Checking out a groomer, and knowing what to look for, can help alleviate worries about your dog\u2019s safety and happiness. Ask friends with small dogs, especially Yorkshires, who they\u00a0 use and what their experiences have been. Ask at your veterinary clinic. The clinic may have its own groomer, in which case you know the answer. And even if it doesn\u2019t , the staff may not want to make specific recommendations. But they might be able to tell you if they have heard complaints about specific groomers. Still at a loss? Go to www.findagroomer.com.<\/p>\n
Visit the grooming shop. Mid-morning is usually busiest, so you\u2019ll see them at their worst if you go then. Look for the following:<\/p>\n
Ask what is covered in a grooming session. Typically, it\u2019s a bath, clip, blow-dry, and brush-out, along with toe-nail clip, ear cleaning, and, usually, anal sac expression and ear plucking. For Yorkshires, a topknot or ponytail and bow are commonly included. Ask about the groomer\u2019s experience. Many good groomers belong to the National Dog Groomers Association, which is a good sign, but many other good groomers do not. Many have graduated from a grooming school, but many good groomers are self-taught or apprenticed under another groomer.<\/p>\n
Once you\u2019ve settled on a groomer, make an appointment and be honest about your dog\u2019s condition. The groomer will want to set aside the appropriate time in case your dog is extremely matted or needs extra work, rather than rushing through it. Expect to be charged more for excessive matting. In fact, talk to the groomer ahead of time and respect her judgment.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s often kindest to clip a heavily matted dog all the way down and start over, and it will probably save you money, too. Also be honest about your dog\u2019s behavior. Tell the groomer if he snaps when you try to cut his nails, or freaks out when the blow drier is turned on. The fewer surprises, the better for everyone, including your dog.<\/p>\n
If your dog has no experience being clipped or groomed, don\u2019t expect miracles. The groomer may decide it\u2019s better not to fight over the small stuff, so you may not get the perfect clip you had in mind this first time. Dogs wriggle and jump, and you can\u2019t paste hair back on. Chances are, only another groomer would notice any imperfections. With experience, your dog will learn to take it all in stride, and his clips will reflect it. Occasionally, your dog will get a nick or rash, or a toenail will be cut too short. The groomer should inform you if that happens.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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<\/a>the best thing about having a Yorkshire Terrier is the chance to brush their dog\u2019s beautiful locks. These people keep their dogs in full-length coats, which need very little clipping. Most pet owners, however, find it\u2019s more convenient to keep their Yorkshires in a companion clip. Because clipping requires more talent and practice than brushing, you should put some thought into deciding to whom to entrust your dog\u2019s safety, comfort, and coiffeur.<\/p>\n