Breeding quality Yorkshire Terrier puppies to be happy, healthy family pets!

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Grooming at Home
Trimming Nails
The younger you start trimming your puppies nails the better! You may trim the nails up to once a week at first to get them used to having their feet handled! Either ask us to show you when you pick up your puppy or ask your veterinarian on your first visit.

Trimming around the Eyes:
Hair laying over the eye or poking the eye can damage the eye’s surface. It is important to keep this hair short and the area clean. If you want to trim the hair yourself, it is best to use a long tipped scissors and cut with the points directed away from the eye. This will lower the risk of eye injury if your dog moves suddenly while trimming.  If you are not comfortable trimming the hair yourself, have your groomer trim it regularly. You may also need to cleanse this area with a cotton ball moistened with warm water to prevent “eye goober” buildup.

Bathing:
Start bathing your puppy every few weeks with an appropriate dog/puppy shampoo. Human shampoos are not balanced for the skin pH of dogs. We recommend a mild shampoo that is meant for puppies for routine cleansing. Do not use any medicated shampoos unless directed by your veterinarian.

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