Last Updated on 24/10/23 by wp_15467959
Our poodle’s coat should be brushed regularly, at least two-three times a week, even better if every day, to prevent “knots” from forming.
Brushing should start at the neck and then proceed from front to back, top to bottom. Then it goes to the back, chest, waist, abdomen, butt. Finally, the head, legs and tail are combed.
You need to brush following the hairs direction, but you also need to raise the upper hair a little to better comb the undercoat, removing any tangles. If the hair is long enough, hold the lock of hair with the hand before brushing it, in order to reduce the risk to pull the hair causing pain to your dog.
You can also brush your dog on a table or other elevated surface. You need a stiff tooth brush which will be passed over the hair in a decisive manner but obviously taking care not to scratch the skin. After using the brush, you can use a wide-toothed comb to comb the hair and loosen or remove any tangles. If your poodle often tends to form tangles or knots, the use of a knot-dissolving spray can simplify the brushing operation.
In essence, the tools necessary for the grooming of your poodle are the following:
- A nails clipper;
- Scissors with blunt and rounded ends, to trim the hair in certain areas, for example near the eyes; on the market there are also special curved scissors to more easily adjust the hair of the poodle’s head;
- A two-sided steel comb, intended respectively for short-haired and medium- or long-haired areas;
- A serrated comb to find and remove tangles or knots; if the entanglement does not dissolve, you can either use a knot-dissolving spray or cut the lump of hair;
- A curved brush for short-haired areas;
- A metal bristle brush;
- A rubber-tipped pin brush with cushioned pads for medium to long haired areas;
- Tweezers to remove any ticks from the skin.
Since these are common tools, it is preferable to choose quality products, which last longer and eventually lead to economic savings, without considering the risk that poorly made or badly made products may cause damage to the fur or even injure the dog. Ask a vet or a groomer for an advice, or visit a page dedicated to this type of products, focusing in particular on the opinions issued by those who have already purchased and used similar products.
Did you like this article?
It’s from “My Poodle”, a manual that you can purchase on Amazon.
