Traditional Yorkie Coat
Pup VS Adult - The Changes that Will Occur
Your will notice that your Yorkie's coat is darker when they are younger. The coloring will be black and tan. In some cases the pup will appear to be solid however there should be some secondary color, even if it is a very small mismark somewhere on the coat.
At the age of 5 to 6 months, there will be a steady change over to an adult coat. The adult Yorkie will end this phase with a nice blue coat and a deep, dark gold coloring.
This stage is similar to a human going through puberty. A huge hormonal change is occurring. A Yorkie may have a smooth transition over to the adult coat, or the dog may have an awkward phase of a thinning that can be troublesome to those who do not know that it is only temporary and not uncommon.
The thinning is a typical reaction to the changes that are occurring. New hairs may not come out just as the puppy hairs are shed...There can a static point when this process appears to be stalled, but changes are occurring even if you cannot see it.
You will want to use quality shampoos and canine hair conditioners especially during this time. The skin will be sensitive and not as protected in this transitional stage. Always test water with the inside of your wrist before bathing... temperature should be luke warm and never hot nor cold. Giving a daily supplement of Omega 3 (healthy fatty acids) works very well to promote growth and maintain health...It is used for both the treatment of dry skin and of the coat.