How to Cut Hair Off Yorkshire Terriers

Yorkshire Terriers are a fun small breed dog with long black and brown hair. While the dog itself is small, grooming can be a big job. For full grooming a professional is recommended. If you are ready to attempt grooming a Yorkshire Terrier on your own follow these steps to help with the process.

Things You'll Need

  • Grooming Table with Grooming Straps
  • Professional Dog Clippers
  • Professional Grooming Scissors
  • Clipper Blades: , #4, #4F (other lengths are optional)
  • Clipper Coolant and Cleaner
  • Combs
  • Brush
  • Matt Breaker
  • Dog Nail Clippers
  • Styptic Powder
  • Dog Ear Cleaner
  • Cotton Balls and Swabs
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Instructions

  1. Grooming a Yorkshire Terrier

    • 1

      Place the Yorkshire Terrier on a table or other sturdy surface in order to bring him or her to a comfortble working height. This wil give you more control over the dog.

    • 2

      Use a blade on the dog clippers to clip under the hind legs of the dog and under the tail.

    • 3

      Comb through the entire dog coat and remove any matts prior to bathing the Yorkie.

    • 4

      Bathe and condition the Yorkshire Terrier using a professional dog shampoo and conditioning treatment. If a medicated shampoo is being used leave it on for the full recommended time.

    • 5

      Completely dry the dog before proceeding with the grooming process. Trying to clip a wet dog will clog clippers and scissors and result in an uneven finished groom appearance.

    • 6

      Comb through the entire dog coat after drying.

    • 7

      Tie a top knot now if one is desired. A top knot is the tuft of hair tied up on the top of the Yorkshire Terrier's head, often tied with a ribbon or held with a barrette. Gather the hair from the base of the back of the head to the front of the ears and tie with a rubber band or hair clip.