I didn’t get Norman his big boy haircut until he was 6 months old! As you can see from these photos, he was a big furry mess!! But I loved that messy look on him. Really fit his personality. I am actually happy I waited so long to do his face because these photos melt my heart!!!
But if you shave Peggy’s face, I warn you, you will love it and never want to go back!!!!!
I wanted him to stay looking like a “messy puppy” as long as I could easily maintain the mats.
If you’re nervous about the face shaved like I was, I would highly recommend getting her feet done at the least. This has been a blessing for Norman and myself! Too much gunk got in Norman’s paw hair and he started to bite them a lot!
The face shave took a while for me to do and that’s ok!! I know some people think sooner the better for them to get use to it, I agree, but I just wasn’t ready. After shaving I finally saw the poodle hidden under all that fluff!!! And you will too

some days I miss the scruffy Norman, but he’s never been happier!! He can finally feel the wind on his face on car rides, he looks happier, and less water pools on the floor after he drinks! Worth it!! But again, I waited till I was ready.
Do what makes you and Peggy happy!!! I will include a shaved face photo at the groomers so you can see the drastic difference the face shave will make!!