Maltipoos are one of the most popular pets in the world, although they are not officially recognized as a separate breed. So far, these are designer dogs that have Maltese bolognese and poodles in their pedigree, and from which they took their best features. This allowed them to help people as therapy dogs, which is extremely important in our time, when the war in Ukraine continues.
Maltipoos are emotionally sensitive, so they will make a great company for children, the elderly, people with post-traumatic disorders, as well as anyone who is ready to pay them enough attention and take responsibility for their lives. In addition, Maltipoo will bring joy to those who have allergies and who could not afford to have a dog at home for this reason.
Today we have an interesting topic for consideration, or rather a question that worries all young maltipoo owners: when will it be possible to cut that coat? The V.O.G DOG SALON team will provide a comprehensive answer, after which everything will become clear.
Maltipoo puppies: what are they like?
When choosing a dog, it is important to consider its character. In general, Maltipoo puppies love to socialize, be active, learn new things, and explore their environment. They gladly accept children and other pets in their company. They can be easily taught commands, tricks thanks to the intelligence inherited from poodles. And from the Maltese puppies, the puppies adopted a fanatical desire to please the owner. So if you don’t get lost in constant business trips, like to spend time at home and are ready to devote part of it to maltipoo, you can safely adopt a puppy into the family.
Typically, breeders already begin the process of vaccinating maltipoos to protect them from potentially life-threatening infections and minimize the risk of serious complications if they become infected. And the young owner only needs to complete it. For this, the veterinarian draws up a schedule of vaccinations that must be followed. Also, during this period, it is not advisable to take the puppy out for walks in places where there may be other dogs, or to allow contact with them. It is better to devote the available time to socialization and basic training of the pet at home. Acquaintance with new sounds, smells and objects will help the maltipoo to respond adequately to stress without showing aggression. And this will help a lot during the first grooming of the maltipoo in the salon.
From how many can you cut maltipoo and why?
The first experience of grooming is extremely important for a maltipoo. After all, the positive perception of grooming depends on how the owner introduced the puppy to the fluffer, hair dryer, towel, claw clipper, which methods of encouragement he used, and how he performed the procedures. If you approach this process responsibly, the first meeting with the groomer should not be too stressful. So when can you make an appointment at a grooming salon for a haircut?
In order to give a clear answer, you need to understand that there are two main types of haircuts: hygienic and full.
A hygienic haircut for a maltipoo involves cutting the hair in the area of the eyes, genitals, edging the paws and shaving the hair on their pads. This procedure lasts an average of 1.5 hours.
A complete haircut includes both a hygienic haircut maltipoo and a haircut of the head, paws, and body. It can be different: model, creative, practical. After registering your pet for a full haircut, you need to be prepared that the maltipoo will spend an average of 3 hours with the groomer.
Therefore, the answer to the question: how many can be cut maltipoos, the answer will be different. The groomer can do a hygienic haircut immediately after the vaccination is completed, that is, when the Maltipu is 3-4 months old. And it will be possible to fully cut a puppy according to the owner’s preferences at the age of 6 months. We will explain why so below.
First, a puppy is a puppy. It is playful, restless, scary. It takes time for a Maltipoo to learn to trust, respond to commands, socialize and explore the world without fear. An early full haircut can cause severe stress due to its duration and unusual sensations. And stress can manifest itself in different ways: from trembling, sudden movements to aggression. As a result, the association of grooming with unpleasant emotions, the risk of cuts and scratches. It is better to devote this time to hygienic procedures. The pet must learn to stand calmly on the grooming table, get used to the smells of the salon, the touch of the tools, the groomer. This will all prepare him for a full haircut for the maltipoo in the future.
Secondly, the structure of the wool. Up to 6 months, a maltipoo has a thin, soft and very fluffy coat. She is also called “puppy”. If it is cut too early, it can affect the correct formation of the wool texture and the increased sensitivity of the wool to mechanical impact. It is better to wait for a natural change in the structure of the wool, and only then choose a fashionable maltipoo haircut.
Salon care for maltipoo from V.O.G DOG SALON
maltipoo have hypoallergenic fur that almost does not shed. This means that the main problem for the owners will be the formation of cobwebs. The fur gets tangled, and without proper care, it can form a whole shell, under which the skin gets stuck and does not breathe. If you monitor the condition of the coat, comb it regularly, you can avoid this problem and preserve its length and shine. And this will allow you to make various haircuts in the future, the result of which will depend on the preferences of the owner and the professional skills of the groomer.
If you want to do a full haircut of a maltipoo at the age of 3-4 months, the groomer of V.O.G DOG SALON will refuse you, because he understands that the first experience of a haircut affects the puppy’s attitude to procedures in the future. And we do not want the baby to develop a lifelong fear of grooming.
Instead, we offer a hygienic complex that will allow you to maintain the wool in good condition until such a long-awaited full haircut. The hygiene complex includes trimming and polishing the claws, cleaning the ears and plucking the wool from them, wiping the eyes, combing the wool, bathing with shampoo and conditioner, drying the wool, cutting the wool in the area of the eyes and genitals, edging the paws and shaving the wool on their pillows.
During the hygiene complex, the puppy gets to know the groomer, learns to trust him, familiarizes himself with the tools, and gets used to the procedures. Correct behavior is also fixed with the help of praise, treats, hugs. Thus, positive associations with grooming are formed, and this will affect the quality of the future full haircut. After all, agree that it is difficult to cut the fur of a dog that tries to avoid being touched, shows aggression or moves sharply.
The plus of professional grooming and the first hygienic care in the salon is that the owner can ask the groomer many questions about care and his experiences. Each groomer is happy to share knowledge and tell how to properly comb the coat so that there are no tangles, how often it should be done, what it is advisable to buy from cosmetics for home care and how to use it. And just as importantly, the groomer can spot early signs of skin diseases, parasites, or allergies that the owner may miss, and advise you to consult a veterinarian.
And when the maltipoo gets used to all the procedures and the structure of its coat has already changed, then the owner will hear the following desired words from the groomer: “I will wait for you next month for the first full haircut. Your baby is well done!”
