While a close trim is easy to take care of and it can make owners feel better that their dog has a 'summer haircut', since this breed has a single layer of hair, which is not as dense as fur, a cut is not actually needed.
Is it OK to shave poodles?
Poodles grow hair all over their body, including the face. Many poodle styles have the face shaved to show off the elegance of the poodle head. Shaving the face also gives an advantage for cleaning and proper hygiene. A shaved face eliminates issues with food or water being trapped in and around the eyes and the mouth.
Does cutting dog's hair keep them cooler?
Dogs cool down a lot differently than we do, and shaving really has no big impact on cooling them down. Dogs rely on panting to control most of their temperature regulation. They also rely on vasodilation (blood vessel expansion) to help them cool off, especially on their ears and face.
Why you shouldn't shave your dog in the summer?
Shaving prevents cool air from getting to the skin because the undercoat is still present. And a shaved coat doesn't protect against the sun either, which exposes your dog to greater risks of overheating, sunburn and even skin cancer.
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