Yorkie 101| How To Bathe A Yorkie

[@kathydoebling2271]

I too treat my Abby's bath as a spa treatment. I always try to dim the lighting a bit, play zen music softly, talk to during the whole time, spend a little more time during the shampoo and conditioning and incorporating an extended massage treatment and rinse like you. Towel drying is first patting with cuddles change to a dry towel and repeat. When I do take her to a groomer they always remark about how she is always so relaxed and appears to enjoy the bath. Thank you for sharing this procedure which I feel is perfection.

[@MeganGraham]

I love that you do this beautiful spa experience, it sounds just perfect:)

[@msjones0805]

Thanks so much for sharing! He's so adorable!! I have an 8 month old Yorkie. He's not a big fan either and it's really good to know how long to rinse that makes a lot of sense. Have a blessed day!!!

[@MeganGraham]

I’m so glad that this was helpful to you. I actually own a hair salon in Boston, and I learned so much by seeing the condition of my clients scalps when they come in. It sounds so funny, but I can actually tell the difference and I can see when people have rushed their showers and they haven’t done a great job of rinsing away all of the products. Just a little bit of buildup on your scalp can cause a lot of irritation. I always rinse, and then I rinse past the point where I think that everything is removed to make sure that my dogs are not itchy, irritated or greasy after I finish. I hope you have a blessed day as well. Thank you so much for your kindness. Megan

[@SpyderSilverweb]

I'm sure he left a 5 star review for his Mom!

[@MeganGraham]

haha thank you for that:)

[@CocoFairey]

Incredibly Informative! Your delivery is so succinct yet relaxing and relates beautifully how to create a soothing experience to these sweet, tiny and delicate furrbies. Thanks so much.

[@MeganGraham]

Thank you!

[@Teebee407]

I think I know my mistake. I'm gentle but I wash him in the bathtub, maybe he's intimidated of the size? He does OK with a wash, but definitely not as calm as your pup LOLOL

[@MeganGraham]

Could be!

[@jesuslovesbass3944]

Great job. You bathe your Yorkies exactly the same way I bathe my Maltese, except I use a blow-dryer after a good towel dry and I use a small sponge to clean his eyes and rinse his face. Good call on the shampoo for dogs, and not using shampoo for humans. Yorkies are so darn cute.

[@MeganGraham]

I do sometimes blow dry them, especially in the winter. It just depends on the temp (and how much time I have). Yes, so important to use dog shampoo. Eventually I may work on formulating my own. I would like to see more organic dog shampoos!

[@dianechance920]

Thank You SO much Megan!!! I love your sweet voice & gentle touch!!❤️🐾❤️

[@MeganGraham]

That is so kind of you ❤️❤️❤️

[@theheymansfamily]

Hi Megan, I love your videos. Just one thing, Yorkies have a slightly higher body temperature than we have. The normal temperature for a Yorkie is between 38.3 and 39 Celsius.

[@MeganGraham]

💛

[@amyjackson8733]

This was so perfect! Our 1.5 year old puts up with baths. Our 1 year old wants to fight it tooth and nail. I’m actually going to go gather all her supplies now for a bath and see if I can help make this a more calming experience for her over time.

[@MeganGraham]

One more tip they can make a big difference, before you actually give your puppy a bath try to go for a nice long walk so that they are more calm and even a little bit tired and hopefully it will be a little bit easier. Also don’t go for the “perfect bath” the first time. Just do a nice little mini bath maybe don’t even try to do the head at all just go for the torso so that it seems like an easier bathtime and then do a complete bath next time.

[@dianechance920]

@@MeganGraham Glad I read this extra tip!!! One fights & baby is 5 mos, so I want to ensure I get him started right!!!❤️🐾🐾❤️

[@lllove1549]

Thank you for your video! I had no idea what to do with Charlie! I was having some difficulties in grooming him. Now I realize that he needs brushed everyday & brushed prior to his bath! Thank you again!!!

[@MeganGraham]

You are so welcome!

[@martywallace5848]

I have found that if I put a tea towel in the bottom of the sink which helps to calm my yorkies when bathing.

[@MeganGraham]

That is such a caring and sensitive thing for you to do, thank you for sharing your tip!

[@kathylapinsky3290]

I just want to add a tip that helps me. I place a small towel in the bottom of the sink. She doesn’t slip while shampooing (bathing ).

[@MeganGraham]

That is an excellent tip! Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@kathychristian5936]

Thank you very much for this video. It has been very helpful to me. I just got a rescue Yorkie male dog and I learned a lot that will help him and him to bathe him correctly. Many thanks!

[@MeganGraham]

Glad it was helpful!

[@walenabryant3097]

Very helpful and through. Eased my anxiety too. Thanks for supply list as well

[@MeganGraham]

I am so glad that it was helpful for you:)

[@jogosa9194]

Thank you so much for this video. I learned so much. Our mobile groomer has stopped their service and I'm at a loss as to how to groom my two little yorkies. This helped me so much. Greatly appreciate all the links too.

[@MeganGraham]

Thank you!

[@ashleyt8974]

Thanks so much for this video, this was so helpful much appreciated! Thank you

[@MeganGraham]

You are so welcome!

[@judybarkell2969]

Thanks so much! Especially about the water temperature. I had no idea.

[@MeganGraham]

I didn't know when I was a new owner ❤️❤️

[@brandonharris8111]

My Yorkie puppy is not a fan of taking baths. I just took him to the groomer yesterday. He is adorable.

[@MeganGraham]

Mine definitely hide from me when it’s bathtime so I totally get it. They look so good when they come home from the groomers though don’t they?

[@lindawalker1937]

My puppy loves a bath! She begs to get into the bathtub. I let her play in the water while I bathe her. I always carefully wash her, not causing knots and follow with conditioner. She loves it and doesn't want to get out!

[@MeganGraham]

I love how you make bath time fun:). When you are gentle, and make things playful and fun puppies really love it!

[@kathyprice5935]

My Biewer Terrier (a yorkie of different colors. Look it up.) gets very agitated in water and wants to struggle to get away,, but seeing this makes me eager to try it.. I have been experimenting with giving her baths of only certain areas at a time, so she won't think of it as a full bath. ( the chest, beard and face one day and the front and back legs and body on different days ). She is much more comfortable doing it that way. But it is inefficient! And your method looks so lovely and gracious, soft and quiet..No surprises, and nothing in the eyes.. She was just spayed today so I won't be able to try it for 14 days... but I am looking forward to it!

[@MeganGraham]

It works so well for us❤️

[@KarenGalindo-u1d]

How often should I bathe my female yorkie if she is only two months old

[@judithlafeir6025]

Thank you for the quick response I will try your way. Love your videos and pups

[@MeganGraham]

My pleasure, I hope my tips are helpful. It takes quite a while to get them used to it ❤️❤️❤️

[@terratraylor8957]

Thanks for all the bathing tips, I really appreciate your content. Stay blessed and beautiful.

[@MeganGraham]

Good morning. Thank you so much for your kind words. I am really glad that you found the tips helpful!

[@MakeupDrShari]

I appreciate this video. I have a 14 week old male Yorkie. He HATES baths! It's traumatic for both of us. We are both soaking wet when we're done. I hope to get better at it. How do you get your baby so comfortable during bath time?

[@MeganGraham]

I always say that slow and steady wins the race. So if your dog very much dislikes having a bath I would start very very slow with the process and work up to a regular bath. So maybe the first time you do it make it as pleasant of an experience as possible… Take your baby for a long walk before so he’s nice and tired, and then just do one of the steps like just put your puppy in the sink and maybe just wet your puppies feet and then dry them off. Don’t try to do any more than that just go for success. And then the next Time you could try just to shampoo the rear half of your puppy. Shampoo and condition and don’t try to do any more than that. Doing a little bit more each time might be less overwhelming.

[@MakeupDrShari]

@@MeganGraham I've started with just the feet and some treats to sweeten the experience. The walk helped to. Thank you so much for the suggestion!❤❤❤

[@jeffreyzeiss1326]

Thank you for the great tips... you're a good mom!!!

[@MeganGraham]

Thank you so much for your kind words, I really do try my best! Happy Thanksgiving! Megan

[@baileysbutton8124]

After bathing my yorkie, he has dry itchy flaky skins like dandruff. I wash him once a week but am trying to put it out to once every two weeks. I will try to rinse longer.

[@MeganGraham]

I would look at my links and I would actually recommend that you try the Espana silk shampoo and conditioner. It sounds like there’s most likely an issue with the product. And your puppy must be reacting to something that you are using to wash him with.

[@the_queenmockyb]

I just bought my son Yorkie for his birthday he only 8weeeks how many times do i suppose to wash him? Love ur video

[@MeganGraham]

Hi there:). I would wait for a few weeks. You could wet a washcloth and gently clean him off that way until then. Are you in love?❤️❤️

[@heidiweber5329]

I can't find the shampoo and conditioner you used in comments. Thanks so much for the video. I got my yorkie 5 months ago. I did home health care and her lady passed , the family gave me her since i was so familiar with her. I usually take her to get groomed and bathed every 8 weeks but due to winter im gonna do the baths.

[@MeganGraham]

You are so sweet to care for her ❤️❤️❤️ shampoo - amzn.to/3tlOA18 conditioner - amzn.to/3taS2vG (both are affiliate links)

[@CarolWaldo-r8z]

This video was very helpful for me. I just gotten a 3 year old yorkie and she doesn’t like getting a bath. She is scared of everything and I’m not sure what to do to calm her down. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. ❤

[@MeganGraham]

Could you tire her out as much as possible and just do a mini bath? Maybe just have a little water in the sink (don't run more) and use a washcloth? Try to get her used to it quietly?

[@CarolWaldo-r8z]

I will try that and see if it will help. Thank you!

[@paulacasanova2680]

Qué lindo qué bien se porta Pará bañarce es un ecanto

[@MeganGraham]

🖤

[@Tarotaro23-k5r]

hi Megan, not sure if you'll see this!! but can you let me know why a yorkie doesn't bark that much if at all?

[@MeganGraham]

Hi there, there’s really no way that I could answer that. I can’t answer why a dog doesn’t bark. I don’t think every Yorkshire terrier barks and I don’t necessarily think that anything is wrong if it’s quiet. Mine bark more because there are several of them. Dogs have unique personalities just like humans.

[@jasminebower2305]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MeganGraham]

Hi beautiful, Thank you so much for stopping by to say hi. I’m so glad that you liked the video. I hope your week is starting off really well. Megan

[@raeb1089]

Hi, I brought the Espana shampoo& conditioner&the detangler for my yorkie. Her coat looks good. My question is do your yorkies shed from this product? I've notice that she has, but she never did before. Should I be concerned with that happening? She also scratches before started using the products and still does but I'm not sure why her skin shows no signs of irritation so I was hoping it would somehow help.

[@MeganGraham]

Hi there, I would love to help, but the way your comment was written was unclear. What exactly is happening?

[@raeb1089]

@Megan Graham srry I've edited my previous post to understand

[@MeganGraham]

She may have a food allergy or be having a reaction to something in your environment. My dogs used to scratch when I had mold in my apartment.

[@HP_LOVER.]

My Yorkie loves taking a bath but i have a hard time brushing him, what should i do? 😭❤️

[@MeganGraham]

I have lots of videos up in my yorkie playlist and several address this:)

[@cinderella1322]

Good morning, I wish I would’ve known this when I first got #Zeus he’s just getting over a bad ear infection! I’m gonna let the groomer give him a bath from now on🙂

[@MeganGraham]

Don’t let that scare you away from giving him more bands. You are such an awesome and caring dog owner, and I’m sure you can learn to give them the best bands ever. And I guarantee you he would much rather have his mama give him a bath and to go to the groomer every time he needs one. You will save lots of money, time and stress for your baby. If you have any questions just feel free to write me with them, but I believe in you, and everything takes practice for you to be an expert, but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t try just because you had one bad experience. Now you know how to not have that happen :-)

[@theyorkiefamily6680]

Oh wow! thanks for sharing! really good to know. Love all the information on your channel. please follow Mikey's the yorkie channel if you can

[@MeganGraham]

Thank you so much, I’m so glad that this was helpful to you and I really appreciate you stopping by. I hope you’re having a wonderful day!

[@patriciaswalve7088]

I had a terrible experience this morning. I walk with a rotator walker with a seat. I wanted her to go to another room with me to allow my cats to Eat in peace so I put her on the set to give her a ride. I’ve done this before but today she decided to Jump off. She did and she cried and cried hard. She hit the floor hard. I felt terrible. I just picked her up and just held and loved on her. I almost headed to the vet but she stopped crying and walked ok.

[@MeganGraham]

Oh no, that’s awful! It might still be worth a trip to the vet because you just never know. Their little bones are so fragile.

[@jackanderson2773]

@@MeganGraham So true . Always better safe than sorry .

[@alla7906]

Your babies are so lucky :)

[@MeganGraham]

Thank you:)

[@tprada6214]

This was an enjoyable video. Maja (My yah) is not fond of her bath. The first time I gave her a bath she gave me one! 🤣🤣 In between visits to the groomers I try keeping her clean with tepid water and a little vinegar using a wash cloth. Your thoughts on that would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

[@MeganGraham]

I think you could give her a bath really well yourself. I just gave Lola a bath last night and she looks great. Just take your time and do the things in the video and it will be fine. I use my blow dryer after on low air and low heat and avoid her face, and don't bring it too close to her body.

[@tprada6214]

@@MeganGraham Thank you

[@suzycyclon5165]

Any advice for puppy that just doesn't sit still.

[@MeganGraham]

Hi Suzy, of course. I don't think that any puppies sit still, it is very common (and healthy). I would suggest bath time after plenty of playtime, so your puppy has expended more energy as is as calm (as a puppy can be)❤️❤️. Please let me know how it goes.

[@msarizona657]

I'm gonna try this with my Yourkie His name is Leevi he hates taking a bath he fights the whole time

[@MeganGraham]

awesome:)

[@philosophia2000]

What shampoo and conditioner do you use for your yorkie?

[@MeganGraham]

Isle of dogs puppy shampoo and heavy management conditioner.

[@harryrodroguez8859]

Thank you so much the tips

[@MeganGraham]

You are so welcome!

[@kathylapinsky3290]

Wonderful video.

[@MeganGraham]

Thank you:)

[@Viking-i8w]

How often do you wash your yorkie? Every week?

[@MeganGraham]

1-2 weeks

[@triciaarnold8852]

Thank you!

[@MeganGraham]

You’re welcome! Thanks so much for stopping by to say hello!

[@PurpleCabbage]

You forgot to put something soft they can stand on inside the sink like a towel so they’re not scraping their nails on steel

[@MeganGraham]

I do not do that,

[@tyleen27]

AweThe. Cat. Was just checking. On his. Little. Friend. Lol.

[@MeganGraham]

He just loves her.

[@judithlafeir6025]

How do you keep them calm? Mine is not like this…

[@MeganGraham]

I talk about how I keep them calm in this video I think? Definitely in my other yorkie video. Tire them out with a long walk first. Avoid and noise or activity that will freak them out during grooming. Move slowly and talk softly. Start with just a few minutes at a time to get them used to it.

[@MeganGraham]

I thought this might be helpful too:) kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioHWdXqEbZ2paZY

[@melissachacon2181]

I would recommend you talk about fast hair growth fortified shampoo to double hair growth.

[@MeganGraham]

No, I would very much not recommend a product like that.

[@angeljourdain8682]

I made a playpen and I put a potty pad under

[@MeganGraham]

Great

[@lallabarry9878]

What do i do if water gets into my Yorkie’s ears

[@MeganGraham]

I'm so sorry that I ap just replying to comments now. DId your baby get an ear infection?

[@ilikekat]

Wish I saw this on my puppy’s first bath! He did okay but I think he could probably do better like this.

[@MeganGraham]

Thank you

[@paulacasanova2680]

Qué rrico me encanta eso de la hora de baño

[@MeganGraham]

🖤

[@patriciamachado6050]

I would recommend you talk about fast hair growth fortified shampoo.

[@MeganGraham]

No and definitely not

[@kathiwhitner1606]

Thank you

[@MeganGraham]

You're welcome ❤️

[@brendahalversen118]

Excellent

[@MeganGraham]

thank you:)

[@rubiferrer2419]

Don't let the water running like that 😢😢😢😢😢

[@MeganGraham]

Let the water run like that?

[@CrazyBeansCrochet]

Good morning. My family and I just got a female yorkie that my daughter named Poppy after her fav movie character. We are in love with her! I love your wash cloth for the face method. I’m going to start doing that. Maybe you can do a vlog on how you teach them to potty on pee pads. I find your vids so helpful!! Thank you! ❤️

[@MeganGraham]

I love that you guys have the same name, my dog Poppy actually came with that name and I considered changing it, and then I absolutely fell in love with it. The washcloth method works so well. I actually started doing it after a week where I just didn’t have time to give Lola a bath, but it also couldn’t leave her face looking so dirty. It’s such an easy way to touch up their faces and I actually often touch them up with a washcloth daily. If you look at my videos there’s actually a video on house training your Yorkshire terrier and I think he would find that really helpful. Let me know what you think!

[@CrazyBeansCrochet]

@@MeganGraham thank u!

[@ellenherman9543]

My yorkies love a hair dryer😂

[@icecoldmicah]

Could turn off water.. only need it on to get him wet and then to rinse.

[@MeganGraham]

I could, but then I have to adjust the temperature every time.

[@icecoldmicah]

@@MeganGraham don't have to be hot for yorkies, takes 0.034 seconds for it to be perfect for them. Low body temperatures.. But I do that too as a human In-between scubbing so that's why I took to comment on this.

[@trevinboone454]

That is the wierdest brah, shoud probably take to keeping your comments to yourself. Nobody care about running out of water or all the money it takes to get to your house. Its already there and dont coast alot for anyone "here" to get water.

[@icecoldmicah]

Brah she's got the water on 11 minutes of the the 14 minute video and even says she had to fast forward parts while the water was running. AND SHE HAS THREE; SHE LETS WATER RUN MORE THAN WHAT WE SEE FOR THREE OF THESES THINGS SHE PROBABLY DONT EVEN BREED WITH!(Maybe she did but I'd think she neutered and spray them so they don't impregnated eachother, and further being and making things around useless) ..sorry but you can't even realize your wasting water couse your babies body temperature bs

[@icecoldmicah]

@@MeganGraham @Trevin Boone

[@jprrpro]

Fine, i am getting a doberman then :D

[@MeganGraham]

They certainly are beautiful dogs! I can’t blame you.

[@jprrpro]

@@MeganGraham i am just joking hahaha my wife is on a trip and left me the dog, so i came here trying to learn from you :D

[@MeganGraham]

That is so nice!

[@incognitodoggroomig5148]

Well my yorkie bathing video is now a blooper hes dramatic !@

[@MeganGraham]

haha

[@jeanninebarnhill3987]

Very informative but I can’t see washing my dog in the same kitchen sink that I cook with…..unsanitary

[@MeganGraham]

To each their own. We wash it obviously.

[@ldsdmariya]

Really, Kitchen Sink!!???? Yuk!!!

[@MeganGraham]

🖤

[@theah5093]

I know you are not washing this dog in the kitchen sink!!! Thats nasty!!! 🤮💩

[@MeganGraham]

I'm not bothered by what you think.

[@zx4337]

the water gun! hahahahahahhaah throw me off!

[@MeganGraham]

haha

[@ashleyt8974]

Thanks so much for this video, this was so helpful much appreciated! Thank you

[@MeganGraham]

Hi there, I am so glad that this was helpful. I have had yorkies for so long. I always share the little things I do with them to try to make the process smoother for others. Mine have had baths for years of course, but they still don't look forward to the process. :) ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@REMDREAMS]

Thanks!

[@MeganGraham]

No problem!

[@MaryThompson-h9w]

Wonderful

[@MeganGraham]

Thank you! Cheers!