5 Best Brushes for Yorkie Hair & Long Coats

 


Yorkies have long and flowy hair that requires regular brushing. With proper grooming, you can avoid matting, tangles, and the proliferation of parasites. Brushing your Yorkie at home is also a great way to bond and become closer to your pet. But for grooming time to be worthwhile for you and your pooch, you must get the best brush for Yorkie hair.

In this post, I’ve reviewed five of the best dog brushes that suit the hair type of Yorkies:

THE YORKSHIRE TERRIER COAT

Nowadays, Yorkshire Terrier can come in three different coat types: a straight (silky), soft, and a wiry type.

Yorkies with straight and long hair are the AKC standard for dog shows.  Silky hair is the show quality fur for this dog breed on which their coat is more hair-like than fur-like.

On the other hand, soft and wiry-coated Yorkies often have shorter fur. This hair type is often denser and coarser, which can be tricky to groom. Also, Yorkies with wiry or soft fur will often sport an undercoat.

No matter what fur/hair type your Yorkie has, proper brushing is a must. This is an indispensable part of grooming, much so if you’re keeping the doggo’s coat longer than usual.


BENEFITS OF BRUSHING A YORKIE REGULARLY

Prevents tangles and matting. One of the biggest benefits of daily brushing is it prevents the formation of tangles and mats. Just imagine not brushing your own hair for days. Knotted and tangled dog hair will be painful for your pooch, affecting the health of their coat.

Checking your dog’s coat. Another essential benefit of brushing your Yorkie’s coat is checking if they have parasites like fleas, ticks, and so on. This helps you spot the infestation before it worsens. Take note that a massive flea infestation will also fuel infection and dog anemia.

Controls shedding. Although Yorkies aren’t massive shedders, brushing will help a lot in keeping their hair/fur from getting into the couch and other furnishings at home.

Massaging your dog’s skin. Brushing with a pin brush also works as a massage for your Yorkie’s skin. It boosts circulation while promoting the production of natural skin oils.

Bonding time. Above all, brushing your dog daily is an excellent form of bonding time. It helps your Yorkie get used to grooming while they get closer to you as their owner.

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