TOY POODLE

Jackson

Jackson the 4-year-old Toy Poodle is enjoying a salon style clip today with Prue. All his pre-work has been done and has been bathed in body building shampoo as he has a very soft coat. He is ready for his lamb trim.

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Part 1 Beginning with a #3F on the body, using a #4F under the neck, and scissoring the back legs and bevels.

06.30 Bevelling the Feet | 09.45 Tuck-up

Part 2 Front leg trim Prue brings the neckline in tight and begins to work on the front leg.

02.20 Front Foot Bevel

Part 3 Topknot Prue uses a holding spray to bulk the coat out for Jackson’s soft coat. Take your time when scissoring the topknot as there is a lot that can go wrong.

Part 4 The ears, tail and general polishing Prue uses blenders on the bottom of the ears to soften and neaten them.

01.53 The Tail

Study Notes | Key Concepts

- Thoroughly bathe and dry the Poodle before grooming to ensure an even trim.
- Brush out the coat completely to remove tangles and matting.
- Choose the appropriate blade length for the body based on coat type and owner preference.
- Use clippers in the correct direction to achieve a smooth, even finish.
- Maintain symmetry by following natural body lines.
- Blend the body into the legs using thinning shears or a blending technique.
- Scissor the legs evenly to maintain a balanced shape.
- The Lamb Trim features a distinct fluffy leg look—avoid cutting too short.
- Neatly trim the feet to maintain cleanliness and a polished look.
The topknot should be scissored to enhance head shape, maintaining symmetry.
Keep ears neat by trimming excess hair but maintaining a natural shape.
The muzzle should be clean and proportional to the rest of the face.
Check for any uneven spots and refine as needed.
Ensure smooth transitions between clipped and scissored areas.
Final brush-through to make sure the trim sits naturally.