Care of the Topknot and Ears<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\nOn both young Poodles (as the coat is growing) and on mature dogs between shows, it is necessary to wrap or band the topknot and the ear fringes. This will protect the long hair from falling into the eyes or the mouth, from being broken or chewed off, from hanging into the dog’s food or water and from being dragged on the ground or rubbed against furniture.<\/p>\n
There are many different ways to wrap or band. The method you use depends primarily on your dog: some Poodles are better with wrappers, others should be done with bands and still others do better with a combination of both. You’ll have to experiment a bis to find out which is best for your Poodle. If you use wrappers, it is necessary to choose the correct material. Usually, some type of soft plastic is the most popular.<\/p>\n
Most dog show concessionaires sell pre-cut plastic wrappers (usually 12 in a package), or you could make your own using Baggies or any light plastic trash\/garbage bags. Occasionally one sees other materials used for wrappers, such as nylon tulle, Saran Wrap, Handi-Wrap, Handiwipes, Vet Wrap, waxed paper and florist’s paper being used.<\/p>\n
Again, because you will get different results depending on your Poodle’s coat texture, the climate and humidity, you’ll need to experiment to learn which material works best, or to ask fellow breeders and exhibitors in your area for some guidance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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