It's not that unusual for puppies to have their puppy coat shaved, it has happen to many Yorkie owners. Puppy hair mats easily and first time owners aren't aware that they have to keep up on it. Adult hair is usually silkier and matting isn't as bad. Joey has very silky adult hair, but as a puppy he was always matting and many people consider it much more humane to shave rather that break out every mat. Try using a detangler like Cowboy magic on mats, or many people recommend corn starch, it leave the hair slippery and you work a mat between you thumb and index finger in a circular motion. Don't get mats wet, they are even more difficult to get out once they are wet. A mat is usually hair that has fallen out mixed in with a tangle, so brushing every day is important, start with a wide tooth brush and finish with a comb. I have several sizes of combs and use the narrow bladed comb last. Even though she doesn't need brushing now, brush every day to get her use to it. My boys wear their coat shaved, but have longer hair on the legs, tail and face and I love the look. I agree with the others, her face is adorable, and I'd get her a cute pink sweater! |