These hybrids are mixes of the Bichon Frise and the Poodle, which are themselves pretty high-maintenance breeds--so overall Bichon-Poodle grooming is pretty time-consuming. And a lot of the work involved with Bich-Poo grooming, of course, consists of maintaining their curly coats.
Bich-Poos don't shed much at all, but they'll still need daily brushing to keep the coats mat- and tangle-free. To brush your Bich-Poo: first wet the coat with water mist from a spray bottle (with some de-tangling solution mixed in, if desired), then use either a pin or slicker brush to go through the coat section by by section, brushing in the direction of hair growth. If you encounter a tangle or mat, first try working it out with your fingers, then if needed continue working through it with the end teeth of a greyhound comb.
Your Bich-Poo will also need baths pretty often (every month or so) to keep is fluffy coat looking good. You can bathe your Bich-Poo in the kitchen sink, or in a bathtub (which hopefully has a spray nozzle attachment). Make sure to use canine shampoo and conditioner, as the kind made for humans can irritate the dog's skin. After bathing, dry the coat with a hair dryer on its lowest heat setting, brushing the hair out as you dry.
And with these hybrids' curly, fluffy coats, numerous hairstyles are possible. (See the Styling & Haircuts section below for descriptions of various Bichon-Poodle grooming styles.)
Though owners can learn how to handle all the Bich-Poo grooming needs themselves, most people rely on professional groomers for major tasks like bathing and haircuts. In any case, it's a good idea to take your Bich-Poo to a pro at least once. The groomer can give the dog a nice makeover, and provide tips on how to groom a Bichon-Poodle mix at home.
