Need some input for Max's grooming appt.
He is pretty long right now, and I want him trimmed down into a puppy cut. I always think he is too short when I tell her that. I know nothing about blade lengths and such. I also like the scissored effect, but that will take a long time-- correct? I am a grooming idiot. Help  |
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| Hi Lori, I don't know what to say about blade sizes etc either. I remember with Chloe that her beginning hair cuts were not what I intended  . The first one, she had the poodle look, ugh Then, the close body cut, with longer leg hair.  poor Chloe, she was so tolerant of me. Finally, I searched pictures of the puppy cuts here that I liked, then took the pics to the groomer. I believe all three of us were relieved. Let us know how Max turns out tomorrow. Good luck. |
| Is Max able to tolerate a longer grooming session (to do a scissors trim)? And while this may not be helpful now - next time as he is growing out and he looks the perfect length, measure it and write it down for the next appointment!  |
| Find a picture & take it with you. There are several on the forum. |
| If you are using a blade it gonna be short. Comb attachments need absolutely mat free hair, even then sheepies can be pretty dense and not suitable for combs........varies with dogs. Scissor cutting is probably what you want....3 inches? The puppy cut poodle isn't too bad but they don't understand the faces, no shaving, please and surely no pompoms on the ears  Lets work into this gradually with the groomer, they need education too. Fortunately all grows out and you'll be back in a few months again. |
| Oscar is shaved every 6 - 8 weeks at the groomer, using the longest guide......don't know the number. It leaves him with a little less than 2 inches of hair all over. I wanted him in a puppy cut, but the groomer explained that if she scissors him, he has to stand on the table longer, which for him, leads to anxiety induced digestive problems. I opted for the clippers as it is so much quicker. With Max's health issues, scissoring might be too much for him. Laurie and Oscar |
Laurie and Dawn-- you guys were right on about the scissors being too much for him. Trina ( his groomer) and I talked at length this morning, and she was not at all confident that Max could tolerate that time it takes. I would never want to put him through more than need be, so, she is going to keep him a bit longer than what she considers a puppy flip, and go from there. She always shaves his privates and belly for sanitary reasons. He may not look as good as most on here, but I'll bet he is one of the sweetest.   Next time I will take a picture, and use Dawn's great suggestion of measuring him at the cutest length. |
And a picture when he's done? Please??    We haven't seen any fresh new Maxi-Paws pictures in a very long time! |
got sheep wrote: And a picture when he's done? Please?? We haven't seen any fresh new Maxi-Paws pictures in a very long time! I promise! I guess it has been a while, hasn't it. |
YES IT HAS!!!  I find there's no point in saying how many inches all around unless you go into more detail (like saying a hair shorter than the length it is now or by showing them with your hand) because they do what's more convenient if they think you're not too picky and using their 2" clippers are more convenient than scissoring 3" like you asked. In other words, the more they think you're "one of those" [too detailed ..and basically someone who WILL speak up if you screw it all up] customers... the more they try to please me. edit* Just read the second page... glad to hear she is trying to please you! Hope you like it!! |
Joahaeyo wrote: YES IT HAS!!! I find there's no point in saying how many inches all around unless you go into more detail (like saying a hair shorter than the length it is now or by showing them with your hand) because they do what's more convenient if they think you're not too picky and using their 2" clippers are more convenient than scissoring 3" like you asked. In other words, the more they think you're "one of those" [too detailed ..and basically someone who WILL speak up if you screw it all up] customers... the more they try to please me. edit* Just read the second page... glad to hear she is trying to please you! Hope you like it!! Trina is Max's long time groomer. She is the ONLY one I will even consider taking him to since his accident. She knows, that there is a chance she may have to bathe him a couple of times because of "accidents". She is very gentle and kind. They buy hay from us, so she has seen him here at home, and knows his limitations. She did a good job, but just pretty basic today. He was a mess, so is pretty short ( my fault ) If he ever wakes up from his "nap" I'll take pictures. He is always so worn out after his beauty appoinments. |
I'm glad everything went well with Max's grooming. Trina sounds wonderful. We'll wait for pics until Max has slept off his grooming coma.  Laurie and Oscar |
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