How to groom my toy poodle

They all have tear stains…and there is supposedly stuff that will remove them, but everybody I know has just accepted that they are there. He may have some Apricot genes in him, also, which could account for the “stained” appearance of his feet…

I’d take him to a professional groomer to get a “start” on his coat, giving a feel for what he should look like. Then go from there, keeping his ears and body brushed out. If you aren’t showing, most groomers just keep them in a puppy cut, keeping the hair on their faces, feet, and tail short short…with the body and legs left a little longer…a tufts on the head, tail, and ears.

A SOFT slicker brush should do the trick to keep him fluffed up…be sure to feel the wires tho, to insure it’s a soft one. Any pet store will have them.

phrannie

Bathing and brushing is basic - do it like you would any dog. That goes for toothbrushing as well.

If you’re looking for trimming and styling, I recommend you take him to a professional groomer.

Here’s some general info:

http://www.wikihow.com/Care-for-a-Toy-Poodle

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toy_poodle

Take care !!