So what is a puppy cut? Essentially, the puppy cut is one length all over. The most common length is between 1-2 inches over the body, legs, tail, head, and ears. Typically, it's done with a clipper fitted with a long guard comb over the blade.
Teddy bear cuts are similar to puppy cuts in that they involve an even cut around the whole body. The only difference is that they're geared more towards curly-haired dogs like Poodles, Labradoodles, Goldendoodles, and any other -oodle you can think of!
Puppy cut are a type of haircut for dogs that don't entail shaving the entirety of your pup's coat. A puppy cut entails leaving most of your dog's fur intact but shaving certain parts to keep them cool and attractive looking during the summer months.
A puppy cut is merely a term for a simple trim that leaves your dog with an even coat, usually around one to two inches in length. This simple trim makes brushing and upkeep between grooming appointments quick and easy. A puppy cut may be a good choice if your dog's fur tends to become matted between grooms.
Officially it is best to wait until your new puppy is 8-weeks old, and can leave their mother before you consider getting them groomed. Once the puppy has been introduced to its new home and has established relations with the new owner they can think about getting the puppy groomed.
Now, if that does not sound like the hair cut for your pooch/s, then we have a “Puppy Cut”. This means same length all over but not as short as a summer cut.
Generally, the first haircut will take place at approximately 6 months old. If owners have routinely brushed their puppy, then this haircut will typically take the form of a trim. However, if the coat has become knotted or matted, the coat may be taken a degree shorter.
Most breeds develop their coarser, longer coat by six to eight months of age. If a puppy's hair is clipped too soon this could impact the quality of its primary hair and result in a problematic coat during adulthood. To avoid this it is important to wait for the puppy's hair to move into adult stage before clipping.
A teddy bear trim or teddy bear head usually describes a rounded, fluffy shape to the top of the head or entire face, so tends to be less confusing, although that also varies in style and length to suit the dog's size, head shape and coat, and how you want the ears to be.
Bathe your dog
Clean fur is easier to cut, and bathing will get rid of any dirt or debris stuck in your dog's coat which could get caught in clippers. Also, let your dog fully dry or blow dry his hair before you cut it. Like human hair, dog hair shrinks up when it dries.
Dogs are happier after grooming due to the many health benefits and overall cleanliness that it provides. Grooming also provides an opportunity to be social with other dogs and groomers. Although some dogs may feel down after grooming, this quickly goes away and they truly appreciate the benefits of grooming.
Blades for a 'Puppy Cut' or 'Teddy Bear Trim'
'One long length all over' is a popular style, and to achieve that look, any coat length from 6mm (1/4") to 5cm (2 inches) are all 'correct' depending on your preference.
Puppy Cut
Also a popular choice among poodle parents, the puppy cut is a simple, natural-looking trim that leaves your dog with an evenly cut length, typically 1 to 2 inches, all over. This is a highly modifiable look, so consult your groomer for a length that best fits your and your dog's preference and lifestyle.
A lion cut is for when a cat becomes severely matted. A teddy bear cut is for cats that have no matting, but the owners still want a shortish cut. The lion cut was originally the term used by vets to explain to cat owners what their cat would look like once the cut was completed.
Say What You Want!
This keeps anything from getting lost in nuance. So, if you want your dog's hair to be a healthy medium length, don't say you don't want it short. Tell the groomer specifically that you want 3 inches off the top and a nice shiny conditioner.
No matter the kind of dog you have, he can have a Boo cut if you leave all of the fur along the body extremely short while leaving the tail and the head fluffy and long.
If you are wanting the teddy bear hair style ask for the following: Small notch shaved between the eyes. Short hair trim around the ears and eyes. Have the groomer use round scissors around the dogs muzzle.
A kennel cut is technically when a dog is cut to a uniform length over the entire body, and by default comes with a clean face, clean feet, and a topknot (unless otherwise requested). However, many people use this term loosely to mean an all-over shave down. With a kennel cut, the hair is all-around clipped short.
In general, puppies should visit the groomer no earlier than 12 weeks to ensure that they have their first round of shots, and no later than 6 months.
The Introduction Stage:
You can start introducing your puppy to grooming as soon as you bring them home. You can spend the early days teaching your puppy to get used to being brushed, by brushing daily with a gentle brush such as a pin brush, or a puppy slicker brush.
You should bathe your puppy about no more than once a month unless necessary. Puppies and adult dogs have natural oils in their coat to prevent their fur from getting brittle or damaged and to keep it soft and silky. Bathing your dog too often can strip away those oils.
Generally speaking, a healthy dog with a short, smooth coat and no skin problems doesn't need to be bathed often. In most cases, dog baths are more for the benefit of their pet parents than for the dogs themselves. Even so, it's a good idea to bathe your pooch at least once every two to three months.