Bichon Frise Hair Cut
There are basically 2 common types of Bichon hair cuts. One is called the pet cut or puppy cut and the other is the show cut or Bichon cut.
Photo courtesy of akaporn The Bichon Frise Pet CutThe pet or puppy cut is the haircut most commonly seen on Bichon Frises. Most family pets who are not show dogs are given the simpler pet cut. This style is much more manageable for Bichon owners because less matting occurs.
Photo courtesy of jack_spellingbacon For this cut, the coat is cut fairly short and in many cases it is clipped. Even if your Bichon has the puppy cut, you should still brush and comb her at least 3 times a week to remove dead skin and debris from her coat and to keep tangles and matting to a minimum. Plan on going to a professional groomer about every 2 months to maintain the pet cut.
What tricks have you learned for grooming a Bichon? What was your funniest grooming experience? Share your story with us now... The Bichon Frise Show Cut
The other popular Bichon Frise hair cut is called the show cut or Bichon cut. The show cut is required for all show dogs. And some Bichon Frise owners prefer this cut, especially if they have ample time for daily grooming.
Photo courtesy of akaporn The show cut is absolutely beautiful and is done entirely with scissors--no clippers allowed here! Because the hair is much longer for the show cut than for the puppy cut, extensive daily brushing and combing is required to eliminate tangles and matting. If you have lots of patience, lots of free time, and want the best possible look for your Bichon, then you might really enjoy this Bichon hair cut. A return trip to a professional groomer is recommended every month to maintain the Bichon show cut. Or, better yet, learn to give your bichon frise, hair cuts
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