Are you training your Schnoodle to be groomed?

Grooming a schnoodle is very important part of his life long care.  If you have not been introducing your pup to the noice of clippers, you should begin soon!  Now that the heat of summer is in full force, it is a good idea to give your puppy a good close haircut.  

Even if you plan to choose to have a professional groomer clip your dog you may want to take the time to introduce your dog to the items the groomer will be using. For instance, introduce your puppy to the clippers by turning the machine on and holding it near the puppy for a few minutes so they become familiar with the noise and are less likely to be frightened. Once he/she is familiar with the noise, you can begin touching the clippers to the puppy so he/she can become used to the vibrations (don’t clip your dog at this point).
You should keep introducing your dog to the noise and feeling of the clippers a few times during a week before you actually begin grooming. Don’t rush your dog. Some schnoodles will become accustomed to the clippers faster than others.