Grooming The Standard Poodle
Their grooming regimen is fairly demanding, requiring a full grooming every 4 to 6 weeks and a general grooming at least once a week where you need to check eyes, ears,mouth and body. Checking for anything that maybe of concern to you and that may have to be looked at by the vet.
For my part, having as many standards as I do, I had to learn how to groom as sending them all to the groomer would have been a very costly business. Therefore, I bought myself some reference books, watched videos, asked groomers questions and studied pictures of well groomed standards. I am far from great at grooming, but my poodles are well kept and mat free. Which in turn keeps them happy and healthy.
The reference book below is one of my favourites.
For my part, having as many standards as I do, I had to learn how to groom as sending them all to the groomer would have been a very costly business. Therefore, I bought myself some reference books, watched videos, asked groomers questions and studied pictures of well groomed standards. I am far from great at grooming, but my poodles are well kept and mat free. Which in turn keeps them happy and healthy.
The reference book below is one of my favourites.
Poodle Clipping and Grooming
Book Description Publication Date: November 14, 2000 | Series: Howell reference books
Beautiful renderings by world-renowned artist Maude Nilsson illustrate Poodle trims from around the world. They add even more pizzazz to this already heavily illustrated guide. Back by popular demand, Poodle Clipping and Grooming: The International Reference is a revamped version of the original classic that no groomer can be without.
Authored by renowned expert Shirlee Kalstone and bursting with hundreds of photos and detailed step-by-step directions, this new edition promises to be even more of a boon to Poodle groomers and enthusiasts worldwide than the previous edition. Its thoroughly illustrated instructions guide you through
* selecting the right equipment
* caring for the coats of pet Poodles and show Poodles
* basic clipping of the Poodle's feet, face, neck, tail, stomach and ears, as well as fashioning the perfect topknot with tips from the experts
* setting the patterns for sanctioned show trims and popular pet trims
* and many other Poodle grooming secrets and nuances
Beautiful renderings by world-renowned artist Maude Nilsson illustrate Poodle trims from around the world. They add even more pizzazz to this already heavily illustrated guide. Back by popular demand, Poodle Clipping and Grooming: The International Reference is a revamped version of the original classic that no groomer can be without.
Authored by renowned expert Shirlee Kalstone and bursting with hundreds of photos and detailed step-by-step directions, this new edition promises to be even more of a boon to Poodle groomers and enthusiasts worldwide than the previous edition. Its thoroughly illustrated instructions guide you through
* selecting the right equipment
* caring for the coats of pet Poodles and show Poodles
* basic clipping of the Poodle's feet, face, neck, tail, stomach and ears, as well as fashioning the perfect topknot with tips from the experts
* setting the patterns for sanctioned show trims and popular pet trims
* and many other Poodle grooming secrets and nuances
Thornit Ear Powder
http://www.petmeds.co.uk/p-528-thornit-ear-powder.aspx
Thornit Ear Powder is an old-fashioned canker powder and the best remedy ever for dirty and smelly ears, and ear mite problems, in dogs. Itchy ears are usually caused by an ear mite which also creates blobs of wax that can be seen in the ear. These blobs can also weep and smell. Simply sprinkle a small amount of Thornit Ear Powder onto the inside of the ear surface NOT the ear hole, and massage in. Once the wax starts to move, stop the application.
It is usually a good idea to apply to the paws at the same time. Simply put some powder into a plastic bag, put the dogs paw in the bag and work the powder into the paw and pads and a little way up the leg.
With Thornit, a little powder goes a long way and a small bottle will last a long time, making it very economical as well as effective. If using Thornit on a regular basis to prevent problems, many owners find it is more effective if the ears are cleaned and then dried first before putting the powder in.
It is usually a good idea to apply to the paws at the same time. Simply put some powder into a plastic bag, put the dogs paw in the bag and work the powder into the paw and pads and a little way up the leg.
With Thornit, a little powder goes a long way and a small bottle will last a long time, making it very economical as well as effective. If using Thornit on a regular basis to prevent problems, many owners find it is more effective if the ears are cleaned and then dried first before putting the powder in.
For most of my grooming products,I use the online service of Groomers Online...http://www.groomers-online.com/section.php/612/1/clippers-and-trimmers
Grooming at Su Eld Weavers
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Of course, if you feel that grooming is really not for you then you must research professional groomers in your area. Prices can greatly vary and the quality of grooming can differ, but it is an essential part of the standard poodles' life and a regular groom must be accounted for.
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