Standard Poodle Is Matted Pro Groomer Tips

[@mistyblackfoot3848]

Been professionally grooming for 15 years. Using a de-tangler, a little slickering the dog before the bath, bathing it, conditioner, good rinse, and blowing it out, would have easily dematted that dog. You can't just stick a comb in unbrushed (yes, you brush BEFORE combing), unbathed fur and claim its too matted to save. It wouldn't have been much extra work. I would never recommend brushing out extremely matted dogs, because I'm comfort before vanity, but honestly, that would have been easy to take care of. I don't work in a strip shop though. We do a LOT of guard cuts (mostly 1+ inches). So I can recognize when someone just wants to hurry up and get it done for the least amount of effort. To be fair, that was a very overweight dog, and that makes things more difficult. But I can not blame her for fighting you on her face. Sometimes going a little slower instead of quickly jabbing the clippers at a dog's face will make them feel more at ease about what you're doing. I don't agree with the others concerning the sweet talking, because I find that makes the dog more wiggly and excited, but you really do seem all about the Rush Rush Rush to earn a quick buck.

[@marigoldlancs8937]

She's doing as the owners requested

[@viceb7]

The owners literally asked for it shorter..?

[@dobieclose3731]

I agree with Misty. The Groomer’s own notes say that going to the groomer causes the dog high anxiety. It should be more about her comfort than speed.

[@ylibrewer]

I’ve noticed too how quickly she does her grooms as well! I think it’s kind of dangerous and I think her grooms are not as clean

[@theSun.faceSouth]

I agree, that dog looks like a lamb now😱

[@chloe-eb7gc]

Another very educational video!! Love your work, I’m 16 years old from Australia and studying animal studies to be a qualified dog groomer..these videos help me in so many ways!! Keep the good work up 😊😊🤩

[@leevike66]

These videos are nothing to do with grooming. It's all shave downs.

[@annacousinsandalizesbegay.7772]

The dog was so patient with you and listened to your commands, I loved the way the dog was not biting or bring aggressive with you while grooming her. I love it how she looks, clean and I'm pretty sure she feels so much better. Thank you....I give you an A+

[@kdoornink]

Oh, my goodness. She looks fabulous. I have a white standard poodle. She is groomed every 4 weeks - professionally. Worth every penny!

[@theSun.faceSouth]

Fabulous???Really???😱😱

[@Riotmali]

Im a groomer myself and have been watching your videos for a while now. Why do you always just shave dogs down? Is it because its the quickest and easiest way? Like i get it financially but half the dogs you say are matted just need to be bathed, blown out and brushed to maintain a good quality haircut. I seen you shave a golden that absolutely did not need to be shaved and its been bothering me since.

[@anaprado2307]

Dee Toth I completely agree with you! 😡

[@HandbagDiva]

Dee Toth I also saw her tell a woman with a golden doodle that blow drying wasn’t necessary & she air dries her dogs. She does the least amount of work & charges a premium for her shave downs!

[@jureepuppy2729]

This dog is matted like crazy. It's a disservice to groom on top of matted hair. She needed to be shaved. Blame the owners, not the groomer.

[@virtuousme4096]

I'm not a pro but this dog doesn't look matted.

[@prp134]

Ok, so it’s not just me. I’m not a groomer so I wasn’t sure but every time her videos pop up, she’s always shaving a dog down. I don’t think I’ve ever seen her do any type of actual grooming. Also, I will never forget what my trainer told me... “dogs don’t speak English” so not sure what she is trying to accomplish by telling the dog to look up and over 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@beccadawson8206]

Apart from Willow being from a loving home she reminds me of when my miniature poodle when she arrived to live with us. The excess weight is making her tired and like an older dog. I hope her owners will brush her more and cut her treats to half as much. She is a good girl even though she is nervous

[@christinecumberland6317]

I'd be fuming if you sent my poodle back to me like that! You have no patience with the dog and yet she is so patient with you!

[@maureendonnelly9075]

I'm impressed by the clippers that glide through the matts. Good video. Thank you so very much.

[@Dev-jq8ch]

Good to see people try themselves to keep their dog's coats healthy in between professional grooms!

[@cynthiamarston2208]

I started my poodle young and brush him quickly every day and some days put in a little clipping to keep up. I love it because its a bonding time with healthy treats, i keep it pretty short and end when he is being his most coopertive with a treat. Teaching him to walk uo the stairs to get on table and mat ( large dog kennel and old exercise roll out mat) brush him up etc. i went thru 7 German Shepherds and now I enjoy brushing a whole lot! They were a big chore and the hair pules all over me and everywhere no matter how often i brushed them up! Poodles dont shed and its such a pleasure to brush them

[@ShayTBD]

Poodles are way easy to maintain at home. A light weight no residue detangler mist to Comb thru every other day. Slicker line brush completely every week. Full Groom every 4-8 weeks depending on growth.

[@matthirn7858]

I do my two at home and the weekly maintenance is a breeze if they are kept fairly short, but that full groom every six weeks is a significant time commitment. I love my poodles, but the breed is definitely high maintenance for grooming.

[@ShayTBD]

I guess it's all relative. The hair on my head's curl pattern is 20x tighter than a poodle. So to me the hair on a poodle is cake to maintain. The LONGER it is the EASIER it is to maintain because you can pre-stage it. Or as in my community leave it in a "protective" style that keeps it from getting tangled. But I can and do understand the difference in perspectives.

[@MsCandy44]

Poodle mixes are a bit more difficult since there are two kinds of fur growing at the same time so the shedding one gets easily stuck in the poodle hair which is why i need to brush my dog almost daily

[@starrama7711]

lol! I have curly hair but maybe not like yours.. I think because I have scoliosis, the poodle is a lot for me to groom. I don't do them much anymore.. :) WOnderful dogs and worth it. Mine get washed a lot, blow dried when it's not warm.. but go to groomers every frew moths@@ShayTBD

[@penniewyatt9391]

shayes323 detangler brand?

[@sage2339]

She may pull, lean, and look away, but at least she stands still!!!

[@TrimansWife]

sage 23 I agree! My nearly 6 month old RSP bites and fights the entire time and I have worked with her since before bringing her home! Forget touching her ears! It’s a continuous fight, even with a bucket of treats and tons of praise and wearing her out before hand. Nothing works.

[@jecriggs]

@@TrimansWife We shave a Standard poodle rescue too, same issues as you are having. We've been working with him for about two years now. We always do the wash the night before his grooming appointment. Recently it was suggested that we try giving him CBD oil about an hour before grooming. Huge difference! He is much more "chill" about the whole deal. Not perfect, but much better.

[@dorothysmith6099]

Julie Bolduc m

[@marymendonca9170]

They should be any reason why the parents wont come back to you the work you do is exceptional you're good at what you do don't let anyone tell you different .

[@starrama7711]

you should edit your comment Mary... you could say.. "They should (the parents) come back to you the work you do is exceptional you're very good at what you do."

[@anneann9127]

I've had a standard poodle that sadly got this matted from swimming over a period of a few days while we were camping. When we got home I bathed her first with condoning shampoo and then used a heavy conditioner on her. Used a grooming blowdryer that if used correctly will let you know where any mats are left. She did still have some mats, but nothing super bad that I couldn't get out using a de-matting razor or some scissors to cut through them. I would never cut a pink skinned Poodle down with a #10 blade. Their skin is super sensitive and a few hours after being shaved they will start scratching. Ugg :(

[@coolgirl6094]

what blade would you use? im getting my first poodle this weekend and would love a tip!

[@anneann9127]

@@coolgirl6094 After I got most of her mats out I used a #10 blade with a 1/2 metal comb attachment on her body and used a 10 blade with a 5/8 metal comb on her legs. I also scissor cut on her head and legs. If I found a knot or mat I tried to comb it out or removed it with a Safari - Dog Dematting Comb. I have an arsenal of tools and use whatever I can. She gets really matted from swimming while we're camping. :)

[@myfavoritegroomer]

www.myfavoritegroomer.com/product-page/andis-ultra-edge-blades ten blade www.myfavoritegroomer.com/product-page/andis-5-speed-clipper-only-five-speed

[@MarigoldsintheGarden]

Dogs respond much better to a kind tone in your voice, and to praise. This groomer sounds annoyed and irritated at Willow. I think Willow is so well behaved. Of course she would feel anxious, having a stranger touch her body and having her head strung up while her fur is cut. All the groomer does is reprimand her! instead of praising and positively reinforcing her good behaviour. That poor dog can sense the groomer's attitude. I have noticed that many poodle groomers are insensitive to the dogs feelings. My labradoodle enjoys being groomed because it is a positive experience; she is constantly encouraged and praised.

[@lschoenrank]

She's a lovely dog and Poodles absolutely will work for praise.

[@lindasalazar7364]

I agree, Julia. I had to stop watching because I could not stand the groomer's tone. I, too, thought she sounded annoyed and irritated. Poodles are VERY sensitive animals so the groomer should take this into consideration when grooming them. Willow is such a great dog to just sit still.

[@ralphgameraj1982]

Linda Salazar This groomer works with aggressive dogs constantly. She is probably desensitized to disobedient dogs, and is using effective methods that have worked for previous dogs to complete each groom.

[@juliagilbreath469]

She’s grooming the dog in an hour! Give her a break!

[@colormecurry1655]

i guess we’re ignoring that the dog is matted- probably already SUPER UNCOMFORTABLE BECAUSE OF THE TANGLES- and she’s putting in the work to help this dog out. but let’s go off on her tone of voice. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@rose4490]

Never really understand how people can not brush their dogs, and cats unless the animal doesn't like it. I have a Siamese cat, and he could easily be extremely low maintenance, but he honestly, really enjoys being brushed. I've had a rough Collie, a couple of Shelties, and a Himalayan cat in the course of my life, those guys were really all about just brushing, and bathing them. I personally tend to see brushing as a potential bonding experience, and thus far that philosophy has worked well for me. My sister has a 12 year old toy poodle, but she had to go out of town for over a month so my mother, and I had to take care of him this whole time. Thank God I live next door to my 80 year old mother, I've given my sister's poodle two baths, gave him a clean face, and clipped his body down. His name is Dewey Ray, and my cat and I really love him very much! I really think my mother has the harder job, because she is the one who has to give him his insulin shots twice a day. He's a bit of a handful, but I think this stuff would be easier if we had a table. I'm totally just an amateur, but I love watching videos, and helping out with Dewey Ray! I wonder if I'm wrong... is it really that hard for people to brush their pets?

[@kimbibbs5700]

Thank you so much for the how to video. I appreciate your time and information!! I have had Poodles all my life!!! Love them so much!! Again, Thank You for this great video!!!♥️

[@10papermaker]

Folks, please be more kind in the comments. I think this dog is so beautiful! ! Great job Dede!!

[@rachealsmith5138]

She looks pretty happy now! I just love it when you use a tan on a poodle and it looks like crush velvet! You were really good doing your feet. And she didn’t look too stressed out either.I wish you could see my little girl when I got done with her! Great job and blessings as always!

[@CareBearButt]

the groomer is so insensitive to this well-behaved dog :(

[@susansharphaynes555]

Im amazed at how well Willow behaves! Compared to some snarling whining touchy dogs Ive seen you groom! Great outcome Dede!!

[@cathyrussell7157]

Susan Sharp Haynes - The Groomer is fortunate that this poor baby is so compliant. The Groomer is an unfeeling biatch.

[@francescoss9109]

Hi dede. I watch your videos faithfully but rarely comment. I have been grooming for 30 years and learned on my poodles and 70+ foster poodles. I guess I know something! My question or suggestion is: have you ever tried using your forced air to blow the dirty coat first, before any trimming? I've done this numerous times on shelter/foster dogs specifically. The hair and dirt are much easier to trim and you can use a longer.blade for a bit of a longer coat. Doesn't take much extra time.

[@mistyblackfoot3848]

@Cyndi Rothrock uh... this serious or a joke? You don't stick the force dryer up to the dog's nose lmao. The dog's lungs will be just fine.

[@dustinbaker1871]

@@mistyblackfoot3848 I hope your reply was a joke 😅

[@patriciahoward7138]

I have a cream miniature Poodle, and this poor dog looks stressed and is panting. Where is the praise and reassuring tones? AND WHERE IS THIS POODLE'S TAIL PLEASE?

[@4UStevePerry]

Such a good girl. I do miss having a poodle! The best dogs.

[@starrama7711]

they are.! can't be without them :)

[@starrama7711]

they are.! can't be without them :)

[@Renee-ms6di]

Yes indeed! I have 3. They are the best dogs ever!!

[@jadepowell7301]

the best !!

[@priscillamartin5923]

@@starrama7711 sg

[@socialbutterfly9529]

I like the way you operate. You really work well with the dog here.

[@maralfniqle5092]

Geez that dog is an angel, such a well mannered dog

[@maryoreilly9251]

poor thing is over weight I hope they keep bringing her to you

[@lauranglover521]

She's super nervous- she's beautiful, but looks heavy for a Standard- mine is almost 7 years old and looks anorexic despite being fed a lot (she is affection-driven and not food-driven); however, our vet who owns Standards says she looks perfect, so we don't worry about it- she has tons of energy!

[@betagirlearth]

Agree. Very stressed and too heavy for a STD. No waist definition .Glad she got cleaned up.

[@bjjje331]

Yeah shes kinda chunk but i thought she was pretty goo on the table maybe not 100% comfortable but not too badly behaved. As soon as i saw her face i thought aww there she is! I also dislike the tail docking but thats just me but i think hers is especially short ita only supposed to be 1/3rd the tail looks like they left a 1/3rd instead

[@the_sky_is_blue1239]

Shes obese. Very sweet dog but owner needs to hire a walker and put her on a diet

[@DieFarbeLila88]

Yeah, I thought this was weird too. Poodles tend to be more on the picky side. I don`t think I ever heard of an overweight poodle before. Overweight doodle - yes. But no poodle,

[@alyssakaidou2963]

Yayyy more standard poodle videos! I have waited so longgg

[@coreystirling4081]

Unless you’re a groomer, don’t tell a groomer that she’s being insensitive. Y’all are the reason that groomers have to deal with snobby dogs that are naughty. Willow was awesome, but even little jerks and pulls can make the clippers cut her. Which is more important to a groomer than babying the dog. She’s being stern and correcting her so that she doesn’t get hurt.

[@dobieclose3731]

Snobby dogs that are naughty? For Real? It comes with the territory.

[@chasingamurderer]

You don't have to be a groomer to know thos is terrible. I cut my dog all the time. This was terrible

[@pipr5070]

What a really good dog. She’s doing super well with the grooming

[@vickyburton2434]

What a good girl. She is very well behaved. I have my standard poodle groomed every 4 weeks and comb her out daily. I never have tangles.

[@barbarella9786]

She is so cute with her new do. Great job Dede.

[@Arturas1244]

i had poodle this dog seems overweight. Need more physical activity. But if you need to make nice form it takes 2-3hours or even more, and two people are cutting :D ,

[@HandbagDiva]

Arturas1244 I had a poodle as well & I agree, but the owners are elderly. Maybe they should get somebody young to walk the dog & get her more exercise

[@alexsac7840]

Probably this dog was a feeding mother with puppies before...

[@teresabragg531]

I totally agree

[@johnatnip9692]

Hello from Galveston ! I missed the transition. You went from a #10 to a #40, then said you were putting on a #1 guard. So just to be clear, #40 blade and attach the #1 guard to it?

[@myfavoritegroomer]

no, never, ruins the 40 blade, use 10 blade under guards only. The teeth are thicker than the 30 or 40 blade so 10 blade under guard is best to now ruin your blades fast. www.myfavoritegroomer.com/product-page/andis-ultra-edge-blades

[@therealempresslorrib8111]

@@johnatnip9692 hello from Houston!!.. I’m tuning in. I have 3Goldendoodles n a Standard Poodle!!My groomer is slacking n my babies are matting! I’m a hairstylist and I believe I can do this..Thanks for the video @Myfavoritegroomer

[@mcm-s1ngs]

Can you start showing more haircuts? Not just matted dogs? Seems that that is all you've been uploading lately. Not a troll. I'm just sayin".

[@Ownedbyguineas]

Find some pet parents who own perfectly groomed long-haired dogs and send then her way. Until then....well?

[@dobieclose3731]

I’m sure there are some around. I’d also like to see more grooming.

[@evasraley2109]

She is a good dog, and I sure understand about most groomers taking over two hours to groom. I don’t like not know how long it will take to get him. I get anxious if he is there for over two hours. Because I know he will be in a crate listening to all the other dogs. I have a good groomer but if she gets behind he is there longer. What I have learned to do is to schedule the first appointment when available that way he is done in an hour Or hour and half. He is a small Maltipoo and we do a simple cut so I can manage and he can stay clean. I can do his pads and his privates thanks to watching Dede. Oh and talking to him so he is not acting a fool on the table. Lol

[@pugetsoundstandardpoodles1558]

I need that Upstand... going to check out your sponsor now. Hey you did a great job for this dog, that poor baby.

[@blkbeauti05]

She didn't care for the feet. But she sat like a champ throughout.

[@mryomando1]

great video, very informative.

[@katyferrell2953]

5 or 7 would have worked. 10 was NOT necessary

[@starrama7711]

5 or 7 is longer here.. but this looks much shorter than a 7 to me.

[@SydWiler]

The owners are elderly, and groom at home on their own. They wanted it short, Dede cut with a 10 blade to make their lives easier. It’s not all about looks.

[@katyferrell2953]

Sydney Wiler she could have said that. All she said was she needed to do it

[@Jess-if6kv]

@@katyferrell2953 she literally did say that.

[@cattycorner8]

@Carolyn Simpson is thedog's skin supposed to show through in big patches like that? I bet the owner almost had a heart attack when she saw her precious dog.

[@peggymcthompson261]

What a good dog Willow is 🥰.

[@paulaatterberry4126]

I agree with d e d e that the pet parents should brush their pet everyday! D e d e has often said and I've heard her tell many pet parents that she doesn't do brushing doesn't like to brush and so if they come in matted that she shaves them down and I think that's fair! I've watched other groomers and they don't compare to d e d e in my opinion. Keep up the good work!

[@gissellemar6214]

This dog is sooo adorable omggggg I need one

[@mimibernier4774]

High maintenance...but great dogs!

[@sandys315]

That dog is SMILING when she is done - she feels better without the mats...THEY HURT!

[@lindapeterson3613]

That dog doesn’t look matted. I brush my dog after raining on her and it looks just like that. Line brushing followed by a comb works for my poodle.

[@tinaknutsen]

Question: I noticed you said you use the Andi’s clippers; what model do you recommend? I also noticed you change the blades throughout; how many do you recommend to have on hand doing a very curly 87 lb doodle? I have 3 doodles and I don’t plan on doing all 3 as same reasons your client mentioned-no table and my back killing me. I feel if I do just one it will cut the costs. I have really bad arthritis in my hands so It would take me 2-3 days as I’m no professional.

[@safari_nursery3329]

Omg SHES so beautiful!😍I’ve always found the standard poodles 🐩 an amazing breed! But unfortunately was never allowed to have a “big dog” as an inside just small ones like yorkies etc

[@lschoenrank]

Fascinating to watch you groom. Don't think I've ever seen an overweight Poodle before, or one with such a short tail. I've had two Standards and both were so very patient with me when I was clipping them (complete amateur here). But I only have one of each blade: Andis 9mm that I use for the body & legs; Wahl #10 that I use for face, feet & base of the tail; and an Oster 7/8 toe blade, so I have to break up the session when doing his body. But when I've done a good job keeping up with the brushing, I'd like to be able to clip his body a bit longer. What blade do I need for that?

[@lschoenrank]

Ah. I figured it out. I need an attachment comb. Wish I could purchase from you, but shipping to Canada is crazy expensive. (Not your fault, of course.) Will look locally. I really like your website.

[@myfavoritegroomer]

www.myfavoritegroomer.com/search-results-page/guard

[@sharonlewis6258]

I like a high top knot on a poodle.

[@ChristineCAlb1]

Great job! What a good dog. Personally I prefer a little more fluff on the head and ears.

[@tonks78]

At 9:28 "if you're going to look this way I'll do this side.! LoL 😆😂 that's how I am with my rescues. He's a mini and I want to make him look fluffy. Thanks for sharing!

[@mariamasini7211]

I’ve never seen a poodle with such a short Nobby tail

[@gloriannburick1837]

My poodle looked exactly like Willow. Dusty also had a short poofy tail. It was cute , like a round ball. I kept it brushed all the time.

[@sabrinawhite7185]

That poor dog has to be tired of standing. She is so calm.

[@allaboutmakeup_7076]

That’s a good dog she loves being taken care of

[@marinab.2043]

Very informative, and so many good tips, I'm learning so much from you. Thank you so much!

[@stephaniestewart9396]

Video is crystal clear. Good job on the equipment 👍

[@nnanssee8157]

I love cream colored poodles - i have one ... she does remind me of my Desiree except the girl being cut is overweight by about 15 pounds - that is why she looks/feels tired as per Dede. At first i thought she may be pregnant but she is missing the teats.

[@dsfl6251]

Question: do you wash and dry the dog beforehand so your blades don’t blunt?

[@stargazer_Lily71]

I have a Standard Poodle and a chipoo(he's the biggest 15lb pain in my ass I have ever had...but I love him💖!!!) You did a great job on Willow she did a pretty good job for a dog not being groomed in an actual business and not by mom! Oh and compared to your average client she was a breeze!

[@najiyyahfearless6958]

Very good job you have a lot of patience

[@gaylesutherland642]

Loved watching your video. The way you handled her was firm yet caring and what a doll she was. I groomed Cocker Spaniels for years and now have a 4 month standard poodle. I can only hope she sits as well as Willow did as she is a little testy now, hopefully it's the puppy in her .It takes a lot of patience but you seem to have it down perfect.

[@Hnzuu]

What a GOOD dog. 😍 I love poodles. I really want one. I will never understand how someone gets a dog and doesn't groom them properly or take them to a professional regularly. A poodle needs weekly, if not daily brushing. They deserve it too. ❤️

[@mimibernier4774]

They need daily combing...if u dont gets matted at the skin!..comb all the way dwn frm skin out. Brushing doesnt guarantee no matts.

[@Hnzuu]

@@mimibernier4774 Well, I've been doing 2 years of research about this breed as I'm getting one at some point. That has included talking to several breeders and owners. Most brush (and/or comb) their dog(s) daily or every other day, depending on their cut, and maintain their hair really well without any problems. I guess we'll see what my dog's hair will require in the future. Anyway, my point was that no matter what breed and hairtype a dog is, I think it's horrible not to give the dogs the time and treatment that they need. Someone who doesn't have time to brush (or comb, or use whatever tool they feel works best) their dog, shouldn't have a dog that needs daily/weekly grooming. Even the most low-maintenance dog needs a wash every now and then and have their nails clipped.

[@Hnzuu]

@@winterevans6333 I will for sure look into owning as many various grooming products as I need when the time comes. As for my original comment, I wasn't about to list all of the products one might need, my point was CARE for your dogs hair, no matter what it is they need. I think we all agree on that. Well, obiously not all, since there are so many matted dogs...

[@Hnzuu]

@Makeup Minion No I'm not actually. Been watching for years. It just never seizes to amaze me how people neglect their dogs. I guess I should stop being surprised.

[@A10TOES]

@@Hnzuu I believe the owner is elderly, I can understand her not being able to groom daily, I believe she has a bad back, likely has arthritis too. I know how hard it is to maintain my 40 lb mixed breed, she has corgi hair on top but the poodle hair on her legs which are a pain to comb through, even kept short, her hair wants to mat up just from lying on the rug/floor. I myself do some home grooming on my dog's and soon will be moving to an area which has a Mobile Groomer, I can't take my dogs to the groomer through the winter months due to snow/ice/bad roads.

[@sharonmohon3275]

I am 72...in darn good health and have clipped dogs since I was 19. It took me close to 4 hours to clip my standard...I use a #4 clipper head on her body and legs...and #30 on her feet...ears are plucked...teeth brushed...top knot and tail scissored...then bath...believe me, a standard takes a LOT of time...whatever you pay your groomer is well worth it!

[@janestephens7062]

Yes I brush my 2 standard ever other day. She knotted most like the air dry here not using a force dryer to dryer her

[@MelissaP.]

Such a pretty dog, but I love my low maintenance dog.

[@droberts3963]

I have the Andis clipper and cannot get the blade off without prying it off with a flathead screwdriver. Maybe I have small hands, but what is the trick?

[@pizzaroll518]

Great educational video! Love your personality as well! ❤️🐶

[@Sweetearth1958]

Good dog! Her ears were outrageous before you trimmed them.

[@midlifemenopausalmukbangs815]

Sweetearth1958 She had partly shaved them before brushing.

[@boibieg.1022]

My trick , when a client wants a little bit of hair on top of the head , I know guards won’t glide through if they have some matting/knotting, so I use my curve shears and snip it short to the length that I need it to be so it’s easier to brush out or d-Matt the dog

[@lauranglover521]

Do you have a video on how to brush the poodle, and what to use?

[@myfavoritegroomer]

Email me. I’ll send you my poodle tool list. Find contact at MYFAVORITEGROOMER.com

[@darleneneely6090]

Love the equipment wall.So dang smart.Everything in it's place a place for everything.No clippers or sissors knocked off the table which is a groomers nightmare haha.😁.

[@AmbiCahira]

I see comments of the dog needing more praise and I actually disagree. I have a mini schnauzer with the same temperament that also thinks that if she just avoids it that I will say "okay fine you dont have to" and if I baby her then she really throws a pity party but if I have the "fact of the matter is, this has to get done" she behaves much better like this Willow did. My dog also turns the head away at every chance she gets, and pulls her paws and tries to sneak away etc and at almost 16 now I've definitely learned that having a gentle touch shows just as well that you won't hurt them as a stream of nice words might. This matter of factly "I'm going to do your face now" attitude is what made the face done so well because this personality type feels secure with the matter of factly but gentle touch type. I can't believe how matted she was and it must be a relief to have all that off!

[@pamyahisrael7288]

Willow have such a benevolence behavior. That’s all wrong in so many places for her to come from a groomer with anxiety, what the heck was they doing to such a sweet dog. That’s all over now Willow, you’ve met the best in the west with Lady D! Shalom!

[@pamelamorris2342]

Such a good girl bet that feels so much better. I shave down my own miniature poodle down every 8 weeks bath him ones a month some people may think poodles are a bit high maintenance but they are so worth it I’ve had many breads of dogs over the years but got my poodle six years ago when I retired his my bestie such loverly dogs Loverly personality and loyal. well done Dee I love watching your videos I like the way you get stuck in and get it done ASAP that’s always good for the dog and less stressful

[@A10TOES]

My neighbor just got a Labordoodle (sp) and it's a 6 months old pup & gosh is he growing fast, the guy lets him roam, I watch him run & jump, eating fish from the river banks like yesterday he ate 2 fish he found, I hope this neighbor (he just moved in 3 months ago) understands his dog is going to have to be groomed frequently! Eep. living here on the river & we have sandy soil.

[@missdaisy5736]

Great job! I have a toy poodle and the work you had to put into this girl was immense. You will sleep good tonight. The owners need to watch this groom and hopefully not put their poodle and groomer in this position again!! 👍🏻👏🏼👍🏻

[@kathleendurr6954]

she is a good baby

[@noras.5355]

Dede it just hit me...does your hand continue to 'vibrate' at the end of the day? My hand I think would be practically NUMB! Do you do certain kind of hand exercise's? Great job as always! She looks terrific!

[@AD-hq2uz]

She is very calm. Good job pet parents for keeping her used to grooming.

[@FluffyClaws446]

Willow was so great! Kudos to your skill with the groom as well so she could be so relaxed. Question: how do you sanitize tools after doing a butt hair trim?

[@sandrastory589]

Deedee you are a fantastic groomer! What is your opinion on shaving dogs whiskers? I get most fur removed from my shih tzu just to keep him clean but do have them leave his moustache and tail plus ears long.

[@matthirn7858]

My two standards don't need daily brushing, but this kind of matting will happen if the brushing that is done is not followed with the comb to ensure that it is mat free each time. The owners of this dog may not have a proper blow dryer for her and that will also make for more matting as it will dry in tight ringlets without blowing the coat out after the bath. Willow was looking pretty rough. Nice job grooming Willow. It is good to see that even the pros sometimes find the feet challenging.

[@PudelsRule]

Matt, an expert on matts! Sorry, couldn't resist. Bathing and conditioning of the coat would have made this clip far more comfortable for this dog. Ask any man who gets his beard trimmed without shampooing first. I stopped watching this after a few minutes - people should not clip a dirty dog.

[@PudelsRule]

I stopped watching her SHAVE a dirty face - she is looking around because it hurts pulling her skin with the blade. I bet she got irritated afterwards. So sad. SHAVE clean dogs only! ugh - hope I don't ever come across this woman grooming a Poodle again.

[@PudelsRule]

If anyone ever did this to one of my Poodles ......well, of course they wouldn't....I would not permit.....this is very unprofessional clipping a dirty WHITE (sensitive skinned) Poodle.

[@matthirn7858]

@@PudelsRule I would imagine that every groomer would agree that bathing, blowing out the coat and brushing are optimal. My thought was that the presence of mats from head to toe was the reason for the radical approach. I think that most of us would rather watch a video of an ideal grooming session where the client brings in a dog with a properly maintained coat and the groomer demonstrates the skill and artistry of their profession.

[@carriekernel2273]

Hi Dee Dee Long time no see. Ive been very ill, but Im back :)

[@myfavoritegroomer]

im so sorry to hear this

[@jackiest.julien1376]

You are a fabulous groomer/teacher! This is not the first time I've watched your videos. I'm impressed. Willow & you got through it and sure looks fabulous. My standard poodle is almost 2 y/o. He's a rescue, is patient with good manners. I've done mats, will continue our work next week. He did very well with the trim a few days ago. My husband assisted with the face especially. Next week I'm buying new equipment: slicker brush, comb, plus detangler mist, plus the Andes with #7 & 10 blades. I have experience with miniature poodle and a standard schnauzer prior. Thank you for this wonderful video. :-)

[@erinkolbe5973]

What brushes do u recommend for standard poodle? Spray? Shampoo or conditioner?

[@phoenixfire1208]

What are the best clippers to use on a standard poodle? I have used so many clippers and they just stopped working cuase the hair is so long now. I started scissor cutting him but now the scissors no longer want to work. What would be the best thing to use

[@L-CTinyRanch]

So do you switch clippers or just the blades when they get warm

[@julika1984]

I wish u guys were in Canada.😒 you are AWESOME

[@scsb9624]

What a sweet dog. Very overweight though. And WOW! Nails that are way too long.

[@Ksweetpea]

Agreed, very overweight and that is probably the "tired" feeling she was talking about. 6yo is mature but not at all old for a standard poodle. She "feels" much older

[@A10TOES]

My dog is over weight too probably by 10 lbs, she steals the yorkies food "all the time", I've taken her to the dog park to run but she's afraid of the bigger dogs, due to my son's husky always attacking her. I have a fenced yard, not a big yard but she can run in it pretty well, she's just a laid back dog, not high energy.

[@chasingamurderer]

Lol

[@tufur08]

this dog has been groomed. this groomer is lost in space. An ingored poodle has 6 inch length hair.

[@rebeccafinley6459]

You have made Willow a very, very happy dog!! My goodness! What an amazing job you did with a very uncomfortable girl! Her parents will realize that once they get used to her change. She looks wonderful!! I know many poodles that would choose you to make them clean and comfortable 'in their skin' !! Excellent job!

[@ayerimcontle3445]

I just really dislike people who buy poodles because they’re “cute fluffy girly” dogs! Owners need to do their research and realize that there is no other dog like the poodle when it comes to grooming and they HAVE to be brushed almost daily! Also I’m not sure if Willow is pure bred or a cross but her body seems on the bigger side of the scale which worries me for her health. Overall props to the groomer, great job and well there was nothing else she could do besides shave her :/

[@bobasaur_]

A dog being groomed since they were a pup end up being very well behaved. My poodle behave like Willow because I desensitized her since she was a pup. Makes grooming so much easy. I have to comment on this though, but that tail dock. I never seen a standard poodle docked tail looking like that. Also, he is overweight. My poodle watch her weight as poodle tend to eat on an off throughout the day to maintain their body weight.

[@alisonl6767]

It's just hair. It will grow out. I think the owners will be more likely (and be more capable) to take care of the grooming now that they have a fresh start. I bet the dog will be more active now, too. 😉 A super short cut may not be prettiest on a poodle, but this was great, in this case...

[@deborahparsons8550]

I noticed you put something under her belly that keeps her from sitting down. What is it called please? I need something like that for my standard poodle because he constantly wants to lay down

[@jaselise22]

Me: hmmm I feel like she might be in the area I live too? *looks in description for address* Me: Well what do ya know, she is right down the street

[@coldcountess]

Where did you learn to groom Didi ? Just curious ! I attended Nash Academy of Animal Arts in Cliffside Park, NJ in 1987 !!

[@Glenonica1]

I had a teacup and toy poodles and learned to groom them and always combed them out I had a pole and a hole set up, and really enjoyed grooming them, they never tried to bite or whine. I took them once in awhile to the groomer she always commented on how well behaved they were. I miss them.

[@sandys315]

My sweetheart was a Toy Poodle BRAT and nipped and bit - had to be groomed with a soft muzzle - BANNED from several major chains...RIP Duchess Pup...I miss you. And she was groomed every 6-8 weeks from age 5 months when I got her. I paid $50 to get her groomed for 13 years! She bit at me when I bathed her in the tub - and believe me she knew I was the alpha dog - she just couldn't help it...but would follow commands and respond to 200 words...maybe she did outsmart me....poodles ya know...

[@susancoliton9989]

where. can I find a. grooming. arm like you have?

[@myfavoritegroomer]

the swing arm is connected to the table, you can get a table that has one on it for over 3k or you can add an arm to your table, this is a stable arm www.myfavoritegroomer.com/search-results-page/loop

[@mslutter1987]

What kind of clippers clipper brand do you use?

[@MALCOLMRay-v9x]

WHAT BRAND CLIPPERS DO YOU USE. WHATEVER THEY ARE, THEY SEEM TO GLIDE THOUGH POODLE HAIR SO EFFORTLESSLY. I have been hand cutting my poodles for probably 25 yrs (scissors). The dogs pretty much enjoy our "bonding" time together, but I must admit it is quite a lot of work, and the finished product of course is somewhat crude and uneven. I really need good clippers that actually work on dog coats.....thank you

[@myfavoritegroomer]

support me by shopping at my store; www.myfavoritegroomer.com/product-page/andis-5-speed-clipper-only-five-speed if you choose amazon instead amzn.to/3LUikIc ALWAYS take care of your tools and pick the right blade for the hair and matted in this case it's a 10 blade, thank you in advance.