Top 5 Best Small Dog/ Maltipoo Fur cuts: Stress Free At-Home Grooming Tips Included
- Two-Fluffy
- May 20, 2023
- 5 min read
Top 5 Best Small Dog/ Maltipoo Fur cuts: Stress Free At-Home Grooming Tips Included
A Malitpoo, which is a combination of a Poodle and Maltese breed, has shown they can be a great companion pet and new family member. With fur ranging from curly hypoallergenic to straight hair Maltese fur, deciding on the proper cut can be mind wrecking, resulting in a funny fur cut! Let us share with you our all time favorite pooch haircuts! To be fair I tried all of these at home to test the difficulty associated with each cut. Let’s dive in!
Introduction to Maltipoo Hair: A Fur Revolution
A Maltipoo's coat is known for its hypoallergenic, low-maintenance and beautiful benefits. With its curly, straight, or perfect combination of textures, these coats are a delight to care for at least, most of the time.
Alas, it's possible and in fact very easy for Maltipoo owners to overlook, combing, and other daily grooming habits that can lead to a gnarled and matted mess. These mats often form in hidden spots like the neck or underarms where hair has been lying flat and left undisturbed. Let’s explore how to implement preventative care to reduce such issues in our fluffy babies fur.
Tools:
There may come a time when that groomer's appointment just isn’t feasible. Here are a few tools we have handy at home for those in between fluffy baby spa times.
1. Small Beauty Scissors
2. 6 inch Thinning Shears
3. 6 inch Straight Scissors
4. 8 inch Chunkers
5. Electric Pet Clipper with attachment guards
6. Slicker Brush
7. Metal Comb
8. Dematter
9. Hair Accessories
10. Nail Clippers
Don’t forget to check out our article with step by step guides on how to groom your fluffy baby’s at home. You never know, you may be your dog's new expert groomer!
Top 5 Best Small Dog/ Maltipoo Fur cuts
#1 The Puppy Cut: A Fur cut That's Here to Stay
Age and breed makes no difference with this all time favorite Puppy Cut. Clean eyes, paws, and a semi short base along the back and neck makes for easy maintenance and less matted hair for active dogs. This style, which is most commonly used in dog shows for breeds such as Maltese and Poodles, lasts for approximately 2-3 months due to the fur's short body cut. However, let's not mistake this adorable cut with the all so popular Teddy Bear Cut, that compliments more curly hair dogs such as Poodles or Doodles. Let’s take a look.
#2 The Teddy Bear Cut: A Classic Look for Any Occasion
Maltipoo's are classic teddy bear like dogs. Fluffy and soft, this cut makes for an adorable choice. From experience, this haircut requires a little more maintenance but nothing a pair of thinning shears and curved scissors can't assist with. Lasting around the same amount of time as the puppy cut, the teddy bear cut lasts around 3 months due to its shorter body length. Overall, the body length stays consistent throughout the body and headpiece. Traditionally, this hairstyle is mostly seen in poodles but is applicable to many fuzzy fur coats.
#3 Beach Time Haircut:
Maltipoo’s have dense curly or straight type hair which can get very thick. During the hot weather and water activities this coat can prove to be very fussy. Keeping the body fur short along with the facial hair helps our furry loved ones better regulate their body temperatures. This style, although shorter than the puppy cut, proves just as cute as any other cut, while being manageable in the hotter weather. Options such as a shorter tail or body length are also popular with this cut. Some things to remember is that our fluffy babies don’t regulate their body temperatures the same as we do. Therefore, cutting your pooch’s hair just to keep them cool may not always be suitable.
#4 The Bob Cut:
For some reason this cut makes its way into our style. Longer fur on the head and a short length on the body, this cut lets a tie or bow be put into place while leaving the body short, allowing the freedom to be as active as they want. Great for pictures and dress-up this style suits the needs for most, leaving the body fur more manageable. We emphasize most due to the messy style this can impose when the hair is not put up.
#5 Little Fringes:
This style compliments your fluffy baby's natural fur growth. With just an inch or two off the top coat, this cut elaborates your fluffy baby’s natural fur shape, while leaving their eyes well cleaned up. Always try to cut along the natural shape around the eyes. Tidying up these areas helps your fluffy baby see better which in turn helps them communicate more efficiently with you seeing their verbal communication skills are not the same as ours.
Stress Free At-Home Grooming Tips:
Unlocking the Secrets of Maltipoo Hair
SECRET 1
The secret to staying out of trouble is brushing and combing, which should be conducted carefully, preferably using a slicker brush and wide-toothed comb. Start slow and gradually work your way up to more intensive grooming sessions. Next, coat trimmings should take place every six to eight weeks to clean up any potential messes and remove excess hair.
SECRET 2
Last but not least, be wary of any knots or matted areas, and keep an eye out for any underlying skin issues. When these issues arise, unless you are comfortable removing these mats, it's best to contact a professional groomer so they can help safely remove any mats and apply medicated shampoo and conditioner as needed. Feel free to consult with your groomer so they may show you first hand how to safely remove any trouble areas.
SECRET 3
Ultimately, the key to a healthy and well-maintained Maltipoo coat begins with prevention and good grooming habits. With regular brushing and combing, coat trimmings every six to eight weeks and immediate professional help should any mats or knots arise, your Maltipoo's coat will remain beautiful and healthy for years to come.
Conclusion
Whether you're maintaining your pooches' last grooming trip or are a dedicated fluffy baby parent, having a few tools and some awesome fur cut ideas will help you take the best care of your very own fluffy babies, in the comfort of your own home leading to stronger relationships and an even more fulfilling bond between the two of you. With the comfort, convenience, and cost effectiveness of home grooming, you can easily provide the care your pup requires for a lifetime of fur-filled fun!
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