How Should a Cockapoo Get Its Hair Groomed?

A cockapoo is a cross-breed dog, the result of a mix between a poodle and an American or English cocker spaniel. A cockapoo will have many of the characteristics of both breeds, including a curly coat of short to medium length. Grooming cockapoos is not terribly difficult, but there are some things you should know.

  1. Regular Grooming

    • Cockapoos must be groomed regularly. Because cockapoos are generally not large dogs, grooming is relatively easy. Cockapoos, because they tend to be kept indoors near children and furniture, should be bathed at least once or twice a month. You should also keep their nails clipped and their teeth free of tartar, which tends to build up over time.

    Shedding and Trimming

    • The cockapoo, like both the poodle and cocker spaniel, has a coat that grows continually throughout the year. However, a positive trait of the breed is that it tends not to shed or produce dander as much as some other breeds of dog, which means that you will not have to clean up much hair or worry about allergic reactions. When the dog's coat gets a little thicker than you would like, trim it down slightly with pet clippers or dog-grooming shears.

    Professional Care

    • You can easily groom your cockapoo at home with your own tools; however, if you want to give your dog special treatment, you should look for a professional groomer. In order to make the groomer's job a little bit easier, you should regularly comb and brush your cockapoo's hair because the cockapoo's coat tends to become thick and tangled otherwise. Cockapoos also have a coat that can be styled easily, like that of a poodle.

    Other Grooming Tips

    • Cockapoos are usually very even-tempered dogs that take well to, and even enjoy, regular grooming. Also, because cockapoos have floppy ears, they are at an increased risk of ear infections. You must ensure that their ears are regularly cleaned and treated in case an infection occurs.