Things You'll Need
- Course medium greyhound comb
- Pin brush
- Slicker brush
- Shampoo
- Dog grooming scissors
- Electric clippers (optional)
Instructions
Bathe the Bichon at least once monthly, and be sure it is freshly bathed before attempting to cut.
Brush the dog thoroughly after the bath and then comb the hair.
Cut the hair short all over the body for the "puppy cut." You can use clippers for this cut.
Let mustache, beard, tail and ear hair grow freely. Comb these areas out in flowing lines.
Use the scissors only for a "show cut." Hold the shears so the blades point directly up. Using the entire length of the blade and opening the scissors primarily with the thumb, cut the hair to give the dog a full rounded appearance. AKC requires a minimum length of 2 inches and no maximum. French and Belgian clubs require at least 2 1/2 inches and a maximum of 4 inches.
Scissor the show dog to emphasize the dark eyes, nose and mouth against the white hair.