PoodleMaineia

I recommend grooming every 2 months, but baths in between, and a brush out, especially with the light colored dog, this prevents mating. I use a grooming spray prior to brush out which has an oil base and prevents matting, it also smells clean. You can buy Groomers Mist Wal-Mart or a Pet store.

Summer CUT- Puppy cut is great for the first year, your groomer will know what this is, and you may add any variation to this cut.

Winter CUT- Keep the dog’s fur longer in winter if you are keeping him outside, but again bathe in between cuts.

IMPORTANT- Ask the grooms person to pluck the hair in the ears, and keep short around the bottom eyelid, as these are areas that cause build up. Don’t be afraid to take a Q TIP and go into the pup ear canal, and clean, daily, and weekly.

EAR CARE: Some Poodles, require more regimented ear cleanings. I suggest that you take your new Puppy to the vet and have the vet assess his ear canal for earwax and or yeast. Many puppies get a minor yeast infection in the ear; it is not serious but needs to be cared for. I recommend the following products:
Animal Dermatology Labs “Ear Flushing and Drying Lotion”
I apply this to the ear canal and clean with Q- tip or Cotton ball- you may also use a washcloth.

If the wax build up is significant- I put a few drops of: Oto Acetic Antiseptic Otic Solution” By Animal Dermatology Labs- rub the earflap and leave in the ear.

IF THERE is a yeast or bacterial infection I recommend: OTOMAX Lotion- this is prescribed by your vet. Normally, with regular cleansing you will have a dog with Happy Ears!

PERSISTENT EAR PROBLEM HAVE A CULTURE AND SENSITIVITY DONE BY THE VET TO GET THE CORRECT ANTIBIOTIC!!