GROOMING a RUSSIAN Tsvetnaya BOLONKA, plus how to make a quick SHOW BOW.

[@treefrogcoffees]

Finally! A video on my dog's breed. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

Our pleasure!

[@carissafleming5424]

What a beautiful, unique breed. I really enjoyed watching show groom technique on a rustic coat. I always learn something new watching you Suzanne, you’re such a talented teacher ❤. When I started watching you, one of the first videos was one that you mentioned not plucking ear hair, so I began to do some reading up on that. I had always plucked because that’s how I was taught, however I never used hemostats as I considered that method to be more painful than necessary. But after looking further into the subject I decided to experiment with some of my clients who have chronic ear infections and I have to say, since I stopped plucking I have seen a noticeable difference. I have transitioned most of my dogs to minimal plucking or none at all and just thoroughly cleaning. I’ve also started trying some of the igroom products and I believe I’m a convert 😊. I’ve started conditioning the dogs coats, which I also never did because I was taught not to for various reasons. I’ve been in the industry for 24 years, apprenticed under a NCMG, never pursued certification myself but I always pursue knowledge and am always striving to do better. Your videos are a great learning tool for beginners as well as seasoned groomers like myself. Thank you Suzanne, for sharing your knowledge with us, you truly are a blessing to this industry and community. Love from Alabama ❤

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

Thank you so much Carissa. I really appreciate this. I think sharing things, even if they are out of the main stream , is really important. There are always new views and techniques coming to light. So those of us who are diligent will keep up with new schools of thought. Things that used to sound ridiculous to me, like not plucking ears, are now so easy to understand.

[@zoelynngonzalez5971]

What an interesting video, Suzanne! And what a well-behaved little man! I had never heard of this breed. I can’t imagine him NOT winning! I would love to see more show grooms, especially grooms for more exotic breeds! You make it look so easy!!

[@alohamaud5905]

He is doing so well for a puppy

[@Debbie.M]

Bijou is a beautiful boy and with your attention to breed standard details, he is ready for the dog show! Thank you so much for including instructions for show bows! 22:08 show bow instructions

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

You are so welcome. And thank YOU for always being so kind to me 🌞

[@ShimmeryPaws]

Awesome to see one of these groomed! Very unique breed. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@annherlihy5774]

Could you do a Bolognese-very similar, just wavy/curly hair with no topknot. Also, how do you prevent/treat red tear stains?

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

If I have a Bolognese come in, I would be happy to. Here are some tear stain tips. www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tear-stains-prevent-and-clean/

[@bigmegstours007]

What is the paste that you used to keep his hair in place?

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

Chris Christensen Thick n Thicker Volumizing gel

[@alohamaud5905]

Sorry so many questions- day we he have his dog coat or still a puppy coat? Is there an age when puppies get their dog coats?

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

He is 5 months old. He will go through a coat change at 10-12 months old.

[@alohamaud5905]

Have you groomed this reed before? So cool & you are so talented😊

[@kamilekucinskaite8660]

what shampoo do you use?

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

All tools and products are linked here 🙂 groomingsafer.com/tools-link-blogs-by-breed/f/the-best-tools-for-grooming-a-russian-bolonka-with-video

[@jjintheflesh]

What a cutie and sweetie pie! Thanks for showing us this unquie breed and grooming standard. Explaining how to dry a dog properly to retain rustric curl is a real gem. Thank you.

[@alohamaud5905]

Are you going to be his show groomer as well?

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

I groomed him here for his first show.

[@shannykinredgate3451]

I would love to have a Bolonka they are the cutest little dogs and remind me so much of my beloved childhood dog. They must be extremely rare in the US .

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

They are, but will gain popularity now that they are recognized by the AKC.

[@joeydalroh]

Hello hello 💜💜 hope you and your family are safe….

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

Yes we are, thank you.

[@alohamaud5905]

Yes a rubber band please 😊

[@mathildeeide8550]

Why do you make the top knot super tight like that? Would look better if you made it more loose and rounded like on a maltese, their shape is supposed to look round and compact.

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

It’s a maintenance topknot. The show bubble does not hold up. If I am preparing a dog for the show ring, I do it a bit more fancy. My poodles are Grand Champions. I only do a show topknot bubble on them the morning of a show, the rest of the time they have a maintenance topknot.

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

It was also a 5 month old puppy. Not much top knot there.

[@sassydoe9407]

Exotic breed I've never heard of. So many are choosing to become doodlers in my area. Nice work per usual Suzanne. Still waiting for the longish coat Yorkie video 😂 you said you had ready😍😘

[@grandestyledoggrooming]

It was recorded, not ready. It will be released tomorrow.

[@sassydoe9407]

@@organicgal7751 I'm not sure why you're reading something negative into my comment or think I need an explanation from you! I'm well aware of the hurricane and left comments right along side you on her channel 🤣 I wasn't accusing Suzanne of anything for heavens sake! I was making conversation and nothing more than I was looking forward to the video. I don't have anxiety about her timetable on releasing it.