{"id":431,"date":"2026-05-25T12:24:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T12:24:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/?p=431"},"modified":"2026-05-28T12:40:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T12:40:40","slug":"yorkie-maltese-and-spitz-grooming-different-coats-different-needs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/yorkie-maltese-and-spitz-grooming-different-coats-different-needs\/","title":{"rendered":"Yorkie, Maltese, and Spitz grooming \u2014 different coats, different needs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Answering the most important questions of pet owners right away: optimal haircutting every 6 weeks is the golden standard for Yorkies and Maltese to avoid painful tangles. Spitz dogs need visits less often \u2013 every 4 to 8 weeks. Our grooming salon in Pozna\u0144<\/a><\/strong> frequently hosts owners who are terrified for the safety of their pets. Let us reassure you: at Bruno Grooming, we perform tartar removal using ultrasound, completely without anesthesia. In turn, we cut claws using specialized clippers always at a 45-degree angle, bypassing the quick so as not to injure the animal. Every dog is in good hands with us, and the comprehensive care of small breeds takes place in a calm, empathetic atmosphere.<\/p>\n

Yorkie \u2014 a silky coat that requires more than you think<\/h2>\n

The Yorkshire Terrier is a unique breed. Its hair largely resembles the structure of human hair. This silky coat is characterized by the absence of a typical undercoat, but it can grow at lightning speed. We always tell clients that Yorkie care must be very systematic.<\/p>\n

How often to groom a Yorkshire Terrier<\/h3>\n

Professional Yorkie grooming should take place about every month and a half. An experienced small dog groomer knows that using clippers for a sports length is perfect for the torso, while scissors are the basic tool for shaping the coat on the paws. In the salon, we also frequently perform hygiene clips, which include shaving the groin and intimate areas, making it easier to keep clean every day.<\/p>\n

What happens when a Yorkie doesn’t visit the groomer regularly<\/h3>\n

A lack of regular care guarantees problems. Recently, a puppy appeared in our salon that had gone through home trimming attempts. The owner thought that clipping a Yorkie at home was nothing difficult. Unfortunately, the DIY haircut ended disastrously \u2013 the home clippers used had a dull blade and an improper attachment, which painfully pulled the hair. Furthermore, unskillfully plucking hair from the ears without special powder caused inflammation in the little one. With us, we can give a Yorkie a haircut stress-free: we use sharp tools, and a skilled hand knows how to painlessly trim the mustache, shape the tail, and trim the hair so the new hairstyle is pleasing to the eye.<\/p>\n

Maltese and Bichon Fris\u00e9 \u2014 white coats and their specific requirements<\/h2>\n

Similar to the Yorkshire Terrier, the Maltese and other white toy dogs require special care. A proper Maltese haircut requires maintaining the appropriate proportions of the head to the rest of the body, which gives them their characteristic “plush” look.<\/p>\n

How often to bathe a Maltese<\/h3>\n

Frequent bathing of a small dog with a light coat is a necessity. We use shampoos that intensify whiteness and highly moisturizing masks here. Professional drying combined with pulling the hair on a brush is very important after washing to prevent it from waving and dulling.<\/p>\n

Tangles behind the ears \u2014 why they form and how to prevent them<\/h3>\n

The biggest nightmare is tangles behind the ears. The delicate fur gets tangled there very quickly due to the friction of a collar or harness. Before you decide to cut anything off, you should gently comb out the mats. We use a special moisturizing spray and a toolbox that contains professional brushes and a metal comb for this. If the tangle is too dense, it is safer and less painful to cut it out selectively.<\/p>\n

Spitz and Pomeranian \u2014 dense undercoat and work between visits<\/h2>\n

Why we don’t clip a Spitz like a Poodle<\/h3>\n

Unlike long-haired breeds, the Spitz has a dense undercoat that protects it from cold and overheating. Shaving a Spitz short is a huge mistake that can result in alopecia (Alopecia X). The correct technique is cutting with clippers and scissors, where we lightly model the outer guard hair, preserving the dog’s natural insulation.<\/p>\n

How often a Spitz should visit the groomer<\/h3>\n

Daily brushing at home is necessary to remove the dead undercoat. On the other hand, a salon visit to remove blockages from the coat and get a thorough bath should take place every 4-8 weeks.<\/p>\n

What unites small breed care \u2014 and what sets them apart<\/h2>\n

Despite differences in the coat, how we care for these dogs shares many common points. Grooming small dogs, whether a Shih Tzu or a Pomeranian, requires patience. Every pet must undergo thorough brushing, eye cleaning, and claw shortening. However, precise small dog grooming<\/a><\/strong> strongly differs in its goals: for Yorkies, longer hair and show grooming means precise tying of a topknot so the head meets the standard of the breed. On the other hand, popular home hairstyles focus on convenience and short hair. The tools also differ \u2013 we always do head haircuts with scissors, while precise cutting of the paw edges is a completely different technique.<\/p>\n

How to prepare a small dog for a groomer visit<\/h2>\n

Before you book an appointment, you need to know how to prepare a dog for a groomer visit<\/a><\/strong>. The first haircut in a pet’s life defines its attitude towards treatments for years. A long walk before entering the salon is a good idea. During the first visit, our groomer from Bruno Grooming allows the dog to get familiar with the smell of cosmetics and the sound of equipment. We make sure to tame the animal gradually \u2013 without rush or shouting.<\/p>\n

Summary \u2014 the rhythm of visits for three popular small breeds<\/h2>\n

Professional care and grooming are an investment in your pet’s health. A proper hairstyle, caring for the condition of the hair, or safe claw clipping are elements that cannot be fully replaced at home. Remember: a groomer is not just a hair stylist \u2013 they are an expert who will assess the condition of the skin and propose appropriate solutions. Regardless of whether you just want to refresh the look or get a full dog haircut with styling, regular visits to the salon will make your everyday life easier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Answering the most important questions of pet owners right away: optimal haircutting every 6 weeks is the golden standard for Yorkies and Maltese to avoid painful tangles. Spitz dogs need visits less often \u2013 every 4 to 8 weeks. Our grooming salon in Pozna\u0144 frequently hosts owners who are terrified for the safety of their […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":407,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[33],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-431","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-small-dog-grooming"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/431","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=431"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/431\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":433,"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/431\/revisions\/433"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/407"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=431"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=431"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brunogrooming.pl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=431"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}