Popular Poodle Grooming Styles and Haircuts

Poodles are known for their versatile, non-shedding coats that can be styled in countless ways. Whether you prefer practical or show-stopping, there’s a Poodle cut for everyone.

Understanding Poodle Coats

Poodle hair grows continuously and doesn’t shed like other breeds. This means:

• Regular grooming is essential (every 4-6 weeks)
• Without grooming, hair will mat severely
• You have endless styling options!

Classic Poodle Cuts

Continental Clip

The iconic show cut featuring:

• Shaved face, feet, and base of tail
• Pom-poms on legs and tail
• Full, rounded topknot
• Elaborate and elegant

English Saddle Clip

Similar to Continental but with:

• More hair on the hind legs
• Bands of hair on each leg
• Popular for AKC shows

Puppy Clip

Perfect for Poodles under 12 months:

• Even length all over (about 1-2 inches)
• Shaped face and feet
• Easy to maintain

Modern Pet-Friendly Cuts

Teddy Bear Cut

The most popular pet cut:

• Fluffy, even length all over
• Rounded face with longer ears
• Low maintenance
• Adorable appearance

Lamb Cut

Clean and practical:

• Short on body
• Longer on legs
• Clean face and feet
• Great for active dogs

Sporting Cut

For athletic Poodles:

• Short all over (about 1/2 inch)
• Easy to maintain
• Perfect for swimming and hiking
• Low matting risk

Modern Cut

Contemporary and stylish:

• Clean face and feet
• Fuller legs
• Rounded topknot
• Easy daily maintenance

Grooming Maintenance by Style

Style	Professional Grooming	Home Brushing
Continental	Every 4 weeks	Daily
Teddy Bear	Every 6-8 weeks	2-3x weekly
Lamb Cut	Every 6-8 weeks	Weekly
Sporting	Every 6-8 weeks	Weekly

Face Options

• Clean face: Completely shaved muzzle
• Donut mustache: Rounded muzzle hair
• Full mustache: Longer muzzle with styled whiskers
• Asian fusion: Round, teddy bear-style face

Tips for Poodle Parents

• Brush before bathing to prevent tangles
• Use a slicker brush and metal comb
• Keep ears clean and dry
• Schedule regular professional grooming
• Bring photos of your desired style!

Ready to style your Poodle? Book an appointment with our experienced groomers!