How to Comb and Brush a Yorkie's Legs to Make Them Fluffy & Full

After your Yorkshire terrier, or Yorkie, has been shampooed and dried, you might want to achieve a fluffy, full, show-stopping look. Unfortunately, many dogs of this breed outgrow their fluffy "puppy hair" at about 9 months of age. With the right tools, you can style sleek adult hair and make it appear as soft and fluffy as it once was. This can be done without the help of a professional groomer, so you'll save money by doing it all on your own.

Things You'll Need

  • Pin brush
  • Fine toothed comb
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Instructions

    • 1

      Purchase a pin brush for grooming and fine-toothed comb at your local pet store. Pin brushes have hard, straight bristles rather than those that are soft and flexible. For grooming purposes, it will have a short handle.

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      Make sure your Yorkie's hair has fully air-dried. It's important that you have enough time for this instead of using a blow dryer. The heat from a blow dryer will counter your efforts by flattening the hair and making it more sleek.

    • 3

      Use slow brushing motions to groom the dog's entire coat with the pin brush. Take your time and go slowly because there might be tangles and knots. When you come across a section of matted hair, take your time and brush through gently until any shed hair is removed.

    • 4

      Finish by sliding through the fur on the legs with fine-toothed comb. This will give the legs a voluminous, fluffy appearance.