Toy Poodle grooming: cuts, mats and how often
A Toy Poodle needs a professional groom ideally every 15 days. The curly coat keeps growing and sheds very little, so it mats close to the skin without regular clipping. In between, brush it down to the skin at home.
- Coat
- Curly, dense, always growing
- Mats first
- Behind the ears, armpits, legs, tail
- Professional groom
- Ideally every 15 days
Why a Toy Poodle coat mats
Tight curls trap loose hair instead of letting it fall out. The hair keeps growing, so mats form close to the skin. In Mumbai's humidity, a coat that stays damp mats faster.
What to do between grooms
Brushing only the top of the coat leaves the mats underneath. Work down to the skin.
- Brush in layers with a slicker brush, then comb through to check
- Check behind the ears, the armpits and the legs every day
- Dry the coat fully after a bath or a walk in the rain
- Wipe around the eyes gently with a soft, damp cloth
What a Toy Poodle groom involves
We work at your dog's pace, with breaks. Tell us the length you want, and we will say if it suits the coat.
- Tangles taken out before the bath
- A bath, then drying down to the skin
- The body clipped or scissored to the length you choose
- Face, feet and hygiene areas trimmed
- Nails and ears
When the coat is already matted
Brushing out tight mats pulls the skin and hurts. If the mats sit close to the skin, a short clip is kinder. We tell you before we start, and why.
Asked about the Toy Poodle.
Why does my Toy Poodle's coat keep matting?
Curly hair traps the loose hair, and it mats close to the skin. Brushing to the skin every day, not just the top, stops most mats.
Can I keep my Toy Poodle's coat long?
Yes, if you brush it to the skin every day. Many owners choose a shorter clip, which is easier in Mumbai's heat and humidity.
Send us a photo of your Toy Poodle's coat
Tell us when your dog was last groomed. We will reply on WhatsApp with what we would do.