Straighter or Silkier Coat
Longer, straighter hair may tangle around the ears, legs, chest, belly, and tail and normally needs thorough brushing and combing.
Shichon Grooming Near Cary and Morrisville, NC
Teddy Bear Cuts, Coat Care, De-Matting & Puppy Grooming
The Coat: Soft. Fluffy. Extremely
High Maintenance.
High Maintenance.
Keep your Shichon’s soft coat clean, comfortable, and easy to maintain with professional breed-aware grooming at Rebel Tails.
Our cage-free salon in Morrisville, near Cary, provides Shichon haircuts, teddy bear cuts, face trimming, bathing, brushing, de-matting, sanitary care, nail grinding, ear cleaning, and puppy grooming.
The Shichon is best known for its irresistibly soft coat and teddy bear appearance.
A cross between the Bichon Frise and the Shih Tzu, this designer breed often inherits a long, wavy, or lightly curly double coat that continues growing throughout life. While individual coats vary, most Shichons shed very little because loose hair becomes trapped within the coat instead of falling out naturally.
That low-shedding coat is one reason the breed is so popular, but it also means regular grooming becomes an essential part of keeping the coat healthy and comfortable.
What makes them different?
A Shichon's coat may continue looking soft and fluffy even while small tangles begin forming underneath. Since loose hairs remain trapped within the coat, regular brushing helps prevent them from tightening into mats over time.
The important thing to understand:
A low-shedding coat is not a low-maintenance coat.
Because the hair continues growing, routine grooming becomes part of keeping your Shichon comfortable throughout the year.
Important mistake to avoid:
Many owners assume that very little shedding means very little grooming.
In reality, the opposite is often true. Hair that doesn't shed naturally must be removed through regular brushing and professional grooming before tangles have a chance to develop.
Our cage-free salon in Morrisville, near Cary, provides Shichon haircuts, teddy bear cuts, face trimming, bathing, brushing, de-matting, sanitary care, nail grinding, ear cleaning, and puppy grooming.
The Shichon is best known for its irresistibly soft coat and teddy bear appearance.
A cross between the Bichon Frise and the Shih Tzu, this designer breed often inherits a long, wavy, or lightly curly double coat that continues growing throughout life. While individual coats vary, most Shichons shed very little because loose hair becomes trapped within the coat instead of falling out naturally.
That low-shedding coat is one reason the breed is so popular, but it also means regular grooming becomes an essential part of keeping the coat healthy and comfortable.
What makes them different?
- Long, continuously growing coat
- Wavy, curly, or occasionally straighter texture
- Low shedding
- Double coat inherited from both parent breeds
A Shichon's coat may continue looking soft and fluffy even while small tangles begin forming underneath. Since loose hairs remain trapped within the coat, regular brushing helps prevent them from tightening into mats over time.
The important thing to understand:
A low-shedding coat is not a low-maintenance coat.
Because the hair continues growing, routine grooming becomes part of keeping your Shichon comfortable throughout the year.
Important mistake to avoid:
Many owners assume that very little shedding means very little grooming.
In reality, the opposite is often true. Hair that doesn't shed naturally must be removed through regular brushing and professional grooming before tangles have a chance to develop.
Priсes
Tidy-up (Face,Feet and Tail refreshment)
1h 15mins - Starting $80
Service aimed at refreshing your pet's appearance between Full Grooms.
Includes: Bath with specialty shampoo, blow-dry, brush-out, face trimming the eye corners/brow area, rounding of feet, and tail trim, nails grinding, pads and sanitation clean-up.
Full Groom
1h 30mins - $95+
This type of haircut is perfect for busy owners, requiring minimal maintenance between grooming visits. We clip the entire body and legs using a selected blade length (ranging from 1/4" to 1"), while maintaining a breed-profile haircut for the head and tail.
Includes: Bath with specialty shampoo, blow-dry, brush-out, full haircut, nail grinding, ear cleaning.
Full groom with scissors (long legs, long body, asian fusion, show-cut)
2h - $125+
IMPORTANT! This haircut cannot be done on dogs that have never had this type of grooming before. The dog must be trained to stand still on the table for an extended period.
For this service, you can browse photos from our gallery or find reference images online, then discuss with the groomer whether your pet’s coat can achieve the desired result.
Pricing and grooming time vary for each pet and are determined individually.
1h 15mins - Starting $80
Service aimed at refreshing your pet's appearance between Full Grooms.
Includes: Bath with specialty shampoo, blow-dry, brush-out, face trimming the eye corners/brow area, rounding of feet, and tail trim, nails grinding, pads and sanitation clean-up.
Full Groom
1h 30mins - $95+
This type of haircut is perfect for busy owners, requiring minimal maintenance between grooming visits. We clip the entire body and legs using a selected blade length (ranging from 1/4" to 1"), while maintaining a breed-profile haircut for the head and tail.
Includes: Bath with specialty shampoo, blow-dry, brush-out, full haircut, nail grinding, ear cleaning.
Full groom with scissors (long legs, long body, asian fusion, show-cut)
2h - $125+
IMPORTANT! This haircut cannot be done on dogs that have never had this type of grooming before. The dog must be trained to stand still on the table for an extended period.
For this service, you can browse photos from our gallery or find reference images online, then discuss with the groomer whether your pet’s coat can achieve the desired result.
Pricing and grooming time vary for each pet and are determined individually.
Tidy-up (Face,Feet and Tail refreshment)
1h 30mins - Starting $95
Service aimed at refreshing your pet's appearance between Full Grooms.
Includes: Bath with specialty shampoo, blow-dry, brush-out, face trimming the eye corners/brow area, rounding of feet, and tail trim, nails grinding, pads and sanitation clean-up.
Full Groom
2h - $120+
This type of haircut is perfect for busy owners, requiring minimal maintenance between grooming visits. We clip the entire body and legs using a selected blade length (ranging from 1/4" to 1"), while maintaining a breed-profile haircut for the head and tail.
Includes: Bath with specialty shampoo, blow-dry, brush-out, full haircut, nail grinding, ear cleaning.
Full groom with scissors (long legs, long body, asian fusion, show-cut)
2h 30mins - $150+
IMPORTANT! This haircut cannot be done on dogs that have never had this type of grooming before. The dog must be trained to stand still on the table for an extended period.
For this service, you can browse photos from our gallery or find reference images online, then discuss with the groomer whether your pet’s coat can achieve the desired result.
Pricing and grooming time vary for each pet and are determined individually.
1h 30mins - Starting $95
Service aimed at refreshing your pet's appearance between Full Grooms.
Includes: Bath with specialty shampoo, blow-dry, brush-out, face trimming the eye corners/brow area, rounding of feet, and tail trim, nails grinding, pads and sanitation clean-up.
Full Groom
2h - $120+
This type of haircut is perfect for busy owners, requiring minimal maintenance between grooming visits. We clip the entire body and legs using a selected blade length (ranging from 1/4" to 1"), while maintaining a breed-profile haircut for the head and tail.
Includes: Bath with specialty shampoo, blow-dry, brush-out, full haircut, nail grinding, ear cleaning.
Full groom with scissors (long legs, long body, asian fusion, show-cut)
2h 30mins - $150+
IMPORTANT! This haircut cannot be done on dogs that have never had this type of grooming before. The dog must be trained to stand still on the table for an extended period.
For this service, you can browse photos from our gallery or find reference images online, then discuss with the groomer whether your pet’s coat can achieve the desired result.
Pricing and grooming time vary for each pet and are determined individually.
We offer same-day nail appointments, with pricing based solely on your dog's
behavior - not their weight or breed.
Dogs tolerant to the grinder – $20
"Tasmanian Devils" requiring three people to manage – Up to $40
behavior - not their weight or breed.
Dogs tolerant to the grinder – $20
"Tasmanian Devils" requiring three people to manage – Up to $40
Flea&Tick Treatment
$20+
IMPORTANT! If you notice any signs of flea activity, please inform us in advance. We will immediately take your dog to the bathing area to prevent the spread of infestation. If fleas are discovered during grooming, a flea treatment will be automatically added to your service package.
Skin Issue Treatment
$20+
CO2 hydrotherapy was developed for medical treatment for physical rehabilitation purposes, it's 100% natural and safe to use. CO2 hydrotherapy provides not only an ultra cleansing result, but to promote circulatory system and self-healing process.
Effective with: hotspots, bug bites, dandruff, flaky skin, hairloss, itchiness and enhance immune system.
Medicated shampoo
$20+
Medicated shampoo is recommended for dogs with hot spots, itching, or skin irritation caused by bacteria or fungal infections.
We can perform a visual skin assessment and, in many cases, suggest a suitable shampoo based on whether the irritation appears allergy-related, bacterial, or fungal. However, we always recommend veterinary testing for an accurate diagnosis.
De-matting
are included in grooming service. Every following minute + $1,5
IMPORTANT! We won't turn you over because your dog is matted. Please tell us the real coat condition when you book an appointment. If we have a tight schedule and you won't tell us that we need to add additional time, we might reschedule your appointment for the later time or day - just because we can't squeeze so much time. We also can suggest you to step by with your dog and have a complimentary coat assessment - in this case you will receive all the necessary recommendation for making this process easier for both parties.
Anal Gland Expression
$7
IMPORTANT! Anal gland expression is an external procedure performed by a groomer and may not be appropriate for every dog. If your dog has ongoing gland issues, swelling, discomfort, infection, or requires frequent gland expression, we strongly recommend consulting your veterinarian. Please let us know when booking if your dog has a history of gland problems so we can allocate enough time and determine whether this service is appropriate for your pet.
Teeth Brushing
$10
IMPORTANT! Teeth brushing helps reduce plaque buildup and freshen breath, but it is not a substitute for professional veterinary dental cleaning. Results may vary depending on your pet's age, dental health, and comfort level with the process. If your pet has heavy tartar buildup, red or inflamed gums, loose teeth, or signs of dental disease, we recommend scheduling a dental evaluation with your veterinarian.
$20+
IMPORTANT! If you notice any signs of flea activity, please inform us in advance. We will immediately take your dog to the bathing area to prevent the spread of infestation. If fleas are discovered during grooming, a flea treatment will be automatically added to your service package.
Skin Issue Treatment
$20+
CO2 hydrotherapy was developed for medical treatment for physical rehabilitation purposes, it's 100% natural and safe to use. CO2 hydrotherapy provides not only an ultra cleansing result, but to promote circulatory system and self-healing process.
Effective with: hotspots, bug bites, dandruff, flaky skin, hairloss, itchiness and enhance immune system.
Medicated shampoo
$20+
Medicated shampoo is recommended for dogs with hot spots, itching, or skin irritation caused by bacteria or fungal infections.
We can perform a visual skin assessment and, in many cases, suggest a suitable shampoo based on whether the irritation appears allergy-related, bacterial, or fungal. However, we always recommend veterinary testing for an accurate diagnosis.
De-matting
are included in grooming service. Every following minute + $1,5
IMPORTANT! We won't turn you over because your dog is matted. Please tell us the real coat condition when you book an appointment. If we have a tight schedule and you won't tell us that we need to add additional time, we might reschedule your appointment for the later time or day - just because we can't squeeze so much time. We also can suggest you to step by with your dog and have a complimentary coat assessment - in this case you will receive all the necessary recommendation for making this process easier for both parties.
Anal Gland Expression
$7
IMPORTANT! Anal gland expression is an external procedure performed by a groomer and may not be appropriate for every dog. If your dog has ongoing gland issues, swelling, discomfort, infection, or requires frequent gland expression, we strongly recommend consulting your veterinarian. Please let us know when booking if your dog has a history of gland problems so we can allocate enough time and determine whether this service is appropriate for your pet.
Teeth Brushing
$10
IMPORTANT! Teeth brushing helps reduce plaque buildup and freshen breath, but it is not a substitute for professional veterinary dental cleaning. Results may vary depending on your pet's age, dental health, and comfort level with the process. If your pet has heavy tartar buildup, red or inflamed gums, loose teeth, or signs of dental disease, we recommend scheduling a dental evaluation with your veterinarian.
Grooming Needs:
Keeping the Teddy Bear Look
Grooming Needs:
Keeping the Teddy Bear Look
Whether you prefer a longer, fluffy appearance or a shorter pet trim, regular maintenance helps keep your Shichon's coat manageable.
Longer coats require more frequent brushing because loose hair remains trapped inside the coat. Even shorter trims benefit from routine brushing as the coat continues growing between grooming appointments.
Weekly essentials:
Most owners choose professional grooming every six to eight weeks, although longer coat styles may benefit from more frequent appointments.
Longer coats require more frequent brushing because loose hair remains trapped inside the coat. Even shorter trims benefit from routine brushing as the coat continues growing between grooming appointments.
Weekly essentials:
- Brush several times per week
- Use proper line-brushing techniques
- Focus on friction areas and dense coat sections
- Maintain a consistent grooming schedule
Most owners choose professional grooming every six to eight weeks, although longer coat styles may benefit from more frequent appointments.
One Detail Many Owners Miss
Much of a Shichon's matting begins in areas that experience everyday movement.
Behind the ears, beneath the collar or harness, under the front legs, and around the chest, constant friction gradually tightens loose hairs together. Because the rest of the coat often remains soft and fluffy, these early tangles can easily go unnoticed until they become much more difficult to remove.
Regular brushing of these high-friction areas helps prevent small tangles from becoming larger grooming problems.
Behind the ears, beneath the collar or harness, under the front legs, and around the chest, constant friction gradually tightens loose hairs together. Because the rest of the coat often remains soft and fluffy, these early tangles can easily go unnoticed until they become much more difficult to remove.
Regular brushing of these high-friction areas helps prevent small tangles from becoming larger grooming problems.
What our Client Say
Start Early
Shichons are affectionate, intelligent, and eager to spend time with their families.
Early grooming experiences help puppies learn that brushing, baths, dryers, nail trims, and gentle handling are simply part of everyday life.
Our recommendation:
From there, we decide together:
After that first visit, we'll recommend the approach that best fits your puppy. Some puppies benefit from a few short confidence-building sessions, while others are comfortable returning later for routine maintenance. Positive early experiences often lead to a lifetime of stress-free grooming
Early grooming experiences help puppies learn that brushing, baths, dryers, nail trims, and gentle handling are simply part of everyday life.
Our recommendation:
- Bring your puppy in around 4 months old, once vaccinations are complete.
- Not for a dramatic haircut.
- Not for a makeover.
- Just for a calm introduction.
- Stay with your puppy.
- Bring treats.
From there, we decide together:
- If your puppy would benefit from short training-style grooming visits
- Or if they’re relaxed enough to return later for routine maintenance
After that first visit, we'll recommend the approach that best fits your puppy. Some puppies benefit from a few short confidence-building sessions, while others are comfortable returning later for routine maintenance. Positive early experiences often lead to a lifetime of stress-free grooming
Common Owner Mistakes
Many Shichon owners underestimate how quickly the coat can change between grooming appointments.
Keeping the coat long without regular brushing
Long coats are beautiful, but they require consistent home maintenance to prevent tangles.
Waiting until mats become visible
Small tangles often develop long before they can be seen.
Skipping professional grooming
Routine appointments help keep the coat manageable while making home brushing much easier.
Assuming low shedding means low maintenance
Minimal shedding simply means loose hair stays in the coat instead of falling onto the floor.
Prevention is always easier than correction.
Keeping the coat long without regular brushing
Long coats are beautiful, but they require consistent home maintenance to prevent tangles.
Waiting until mats become visible
Small tangles often develop long before they can be seen.
Skipping professional grooming
Routine appointments help keep the coat manageable while making home brushing much easier.
Assuming low shedding means low maintenance
Minimal shedding simply means loose hair stays in the coat instead of falling onto the floor.
Prevention is always easier than correction.
Why Professional Grooming Matters
for Shichons
Professional grooming involves much more than a bath and haircut.
During a professional grooming appointment, we can:
Service time may also vary depending on:
Every Shichon inherits a slightly different coat. Some have softer, straighter hair similar to the Shih Tzu, while others develop curlier coats that resemble the Bichon Frise. Because of that variation, every grooming plan is tailored to the individual dog.
Professional grooming is about much more than appearance.
With regular maintenance, the coat stays cleaner, healthier, easier to brush, and far more comfortable for your Shichon every day.
During a professional grooming appointment, we can:
- remove loose trapped hair before matting develops
- fully dry the double coat
- maintain a comfortable coat length
- monitor skin and coat condition
Service time may also vary depending on:
- coat length
- coat texture
- tangles or matting
- maintenance between appointments
- your dog's comfort during grooming
Every Shichon inherits a slightly different coat. Some have softer, straighter hair similar to the Shih Tzu, while others develop curlier coats that resemble the Bichon Frise. Because of that variation, every grooming plan is tailored to the individual dog.
Professional grooming is about much more than appearance.
With regular maintenance, the coat stays cleaner, healthier, easier to brush, and far more comfortable for your Shichon every day.
Breed Related FAQs
The base grooming time depends on your dog’s size and is listed in our pricing section.
For most dogs, the process takes between 1.5 to 3 hours. Larger breeds or heavy coats may take longer.
If the coat is in poor condition or the dog is not cooperative, the process may take longer. In such cases, additional time is charged at $1 per minute.
We also never rush critical parts of the service. Proper drying is essential - we cannot send a dog home with a damp coat, as this can lead to skin issues.
Because of this, the total appointment time may vary.
For most dogs, the process takes between 1.5 to 3 hours. Larger breeds or heavy coats may take longer.
If the coat is in poor condition or the dog is not cooperative, the process may take longer. In such cases, additional time is charged at $1 per minute.
We also never rush critical parts of the service. Proper drying is essential - we cannot send a dog home with a damp coat, as this can lead to skin issues.
Because of this, the total appointment time may vary.
That depends on how severe the matting is and on the type of coat.
If the mat can be safely separated from the skin, we will gently brush it out using professional tools and detangling products.
However, when mats are tight to the skin, brushing can be painful and may damage the skin. In those cases, shaving is the safest and most humane option.
Severe matting is not just cosmetic. It can trap moisture, restrict movement, and lead to irritation or even circulation issues.
For double-coated breeds, we take a different approach.
We do not shave double-coated dogs for aesthetic reasons, as shaving
can damage coat structure and affect natural thermoregulation.
Whenever possible, we focus on deshedding and preserving the coat.
However, if the coat is severely impacted, matted close to the skin, or already damaged by previous shaving, we assess the situation individually
and choose the safest option for the dog.
For poodles, doodles, and similar coat types, timing is critical. During coat transition, matting can form very close to the skin, and in these cases shaving is often
the safest way to reset the coat and start proper maintenance.
We always evaluate the coat at check-in and explain the situation
to the owner so expectations are clear before we begin.
If the mat can be safely separated from the skin, we will gently brush it out using professional tools and detangling products.
However, when mats are tight to the skin, brushing can be painful and may damage the skin. In those cases, shaving is the safest and most humane option.
Severe matting is not just cosmetic. It can trap moisture, restrict movement, and lead to irritation or even circulation issues.
For double-coated breeds, we take a different approach.
We do not shave double-coated dogs for aesthetic reasons, as shaving
can damage coat structure and affect natural thermoregulation.
Whenever possible, we focus on deshedding and preserving the coat.
However, if the coat is severely impacted, matted close to the skin, or already damaged by previous shaving, we assess the situation individually
and choose the safest option for the dog.
For poodles, doodles, and similar coat types, timing is critical. During coat transition, matting can form very close to the skin, and in these cases shaving is often
the safest way to reset the coat and start proper maintenance.
We always evaluate the coat at check-in and explain the situation
to the owner so expectations are clear before we begin.
Grooming Shouldn't Make Your Dog Stressed
Most grooming salons hide what happens behind closed doors. We built ours with glass walls because we have nothing to hide — ever. Watch every moment. See your dog relaxed. Leave knowing they were treated with love
- TRANSPARENCYSee Everything. Trust Everything.
- Glass walls
- Watch anytime
- Live updates
- ACCEPTANCEEvery Dog Welcome. No Exceptions.
- Up to 235 lbs
- Seniors 13+
- Anxious dogs OK
- COMFORT FIRSTWe Measure Success by Tail Wags, Not Speed.
- Cage-free
- Fear-free
- Never rushed
Professional Shichon Grooming Near Cary and Morrisville
Shichons can inherit a wide range of coat textures from the Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise. Some coats are straighter and silkier, while others are soft, wavy, dense, or curly. Each type requires consistent brushing, complete drying, and a grooming plan based on the individual dog.
Rebel Tails provides professional Shichon dog grooming, including teddy bear cuts, puppy cuts, face trimming, bathing, brushing, sanitary care, paw trimming, nail grinding, ear cleaning, de-matting, and puppy introductions.
Every appointment is adjusted to coat texture, coat length, matting, lifestyle, home maintenance, age, grooming tolerance, and the owner's preferred finish.
Located at 1901 NW Cary Pkwy, Suite 106, Morrisville, NC 27560 .
Shichon Coat Care for Soft, Wavy, and Curly Coats
The grooming needs of a Shichon depend more on the actual coat than the breed label alone. Coat density and texture can vary even between dogs from the same litter.
Wavy Mixed Coat
Wavy coats can look smooth on the surface while beginning to tangle closer to the skin in high-friction areas.
Soft Curly Coat
Denser curls may hold loose hair within the coat and require more frequent brushing, complete drying, and scheduled haircuts.
Changing Puppy Coat
Coat texture can change as the adult coat develops, making early brushing and grooming experience especially valuable.
Because soft hair can compress and tangle close to the skin, brushing only the visible surface may not be enough. The coat should be checked from the skin outward with appropriate brushes and combs.
What Is Included in a Shichon Grooming Appointment?
The selected service depends on coat length, coat condition, matting, haircut style, and whether your Shichon needs a full haircut or routine maintenance.
A complete appointment may include:
- A coat and skin assessment before grooming
- Professional shampoo selected for the coat and skin
- Conditioning treatment when appropriate
- Complete rinsing and controlled blow-drying
- Brushing and combing through the entire coat
- Minor de-matting when it can be completed comfortably
- A full haircut or light maintenance trim
- Face and eye-area trimming
- Paw-pad and foot trimming
- Sanitary-area maintenance
- Nail trimming or grinding
- Gentle external ear cleaning, as tolerated
- A final coat and comfort check
Separate paw care is available through our dog nail trimming and grinding service.
Shichon Haircuts and Teddy Bear Cuts
The best Shichon haircut depends on coat texture, current coat condition, lifestyle, home brushing, and the amount of maintenance the owner can realistically provide.
Teddy Bear Cut
A rounded face, blended ears, neat feet, and an even body length create a soft, balanced companion-dog appearance.
Puppy Cut
A shorter, practical body length can make brushing and coat maintenance easier between appointments.
Longer Natural Trim
Keeps more coat length while cleaning the face, paws, sanitary area, and uneven sections of the coat.
Short Maintenance Trim
Designed for active dogs, coats that tangle quickly, or families that prefer a lower-maintenance grooming routine.
Bring a reference photo when booking. We compare the requested style with the dog's actual coat texture, matting, face shape, and comfort before confirming the final haircut.
Shichon Face Trimming, Sanitary Care & Paw Maintenance
Hair around the eyes, mouth, ears, paws, and sanitary areas can require attention before the rest of the body needs a complete haircut.
A maintenance appointment may include:
- Careful trimming around the eyes
- Cleaning and shaping the muzzle
- Blending the cheeks and ears
- Removing hair from the paw pads
- Rounding and tidying the feet
- Sanitary-area trimming
- Nail grinding
- External ear cleaning
The exact amount of face trimming depends on the desired style. A rounded teddy bear face requires a different outline from a longer Shih Tzu-inspired face.
Shichon Bath and Brush Grooming
A full haircut is not required at every visit. A bath and brush appointment can be useful when the coat mainly needs cleaning, conditioning, drying, combing, nail care, ear cleaning, and hygiene maintenance.
Complete drying is particularly important for soft or curly coats. The coat should be dried and brushed through rather than left damp or compressed close to the skin.
Shichons that do not currently need a haircut may be suitable for our professional dog bath and brush service.
Shichon De-Matting and Tangle Removal
Shichon coats commonly tangle in areas where soft hair rubs against itself, clothing, collars, or harnesses.
Frequent problem areas include:
- Behind and beneath the ears
- Under the collar or harness
- The chest and underarms
- The belly and inner legs
- The tail and rear area
- The lower legs and paws
Light tangles may be separated with brushing, combing, drying, and coat-specific products. Tight mats close to the skin require an individual assessment because prolonged brushing can be uncomfortable.
When severe matting is present, a shorter haircut may be the most comfortable option. Review our professional dog de-matting assessment.
Shichon Puppy Grooming
Early grooming visits help Shichon puppies become familiar with brushing, combing, face handling, paw handling, nail grinding, bathing, dryers, ear care, and standing on a grooming table.
A first appointment does not need to involve an intensive full haircut. A shorter introduction can include bathing, gentle drying, brushing, a small face and paw tidy, nail care, and positive exposure to salon equipment.
Learn more about our puppy grooming introduction.
How Often Should a Shichon Be Groomed?
Grooming frequency depends on coat texture, haircut length, activity, home brushing, and how quickly tangles develop.
Many Shichons benefit from professional grooming on a consistent schedule of approximately four to eight weeks. Longer styles and curlier coats generally require more frequent maintenance than short practical pet trims.
Between appointments, brush and comb through the coat regularly rather than only smoothing the surface. Pay particular attention to the ears, underarms, chest, belly, legs, tail, collar area, and paws.
We can recommend a realistic schedule after assessing the individual coat and the finish the owner wants to maintain.
Calm Grooming for Sensitive and Anxious Shichons
Face trimming, paw handling, brushing around tangles, dryers, and nail care can be difficult for dogs that are sensitive or unfamiliar with grooming.
Our cage-free approach allows the pace to be adjusted around the individual dog. Depending on your Shichon's comfort level, the appointment may include:
- Time to settle before grooming begins
- A gradual introduction to dryers and equipment
- Predictable and gentle handling
- Breaks when the dog becomes overwhelmed
- A slower approach to the face, feet, and sensitive areas
Please tell us about previous grooming difficulties when booking. Learn more about our approach to grooming anxious and reactive dogs .
Shichon Grooming Prices Near Cary and Morrisville
Shichon grooming prices depend on size, coat density, coat length, matting, haircut style, behavior, drying time, and the amount of brushing and finishing required.
Two Shichons of similar weight may need different appointment times. A regularly maintained short coat may require less work than a long, curly, tangled, or heavily matted coat.
Starting prices cover the time allocated to the selected package. Additional de-matting, coat work, or handling time is discussed when the coat is assessed.
Review our current dog grooming services and starting prices.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shichon Grooming
What is the best haircut for a Shichon?
The best haircut depends on coat texture, coat condition, lifestyle, home brushing, and the amount of maintenance the owner can provide. Teddy bear cuts and shorter puppy cuts are common, while some owners prefer a longer natural trim.
Can a Shichon have a teddy bear cut?
Yes. A teddy bear cut normally uses a rounded face, blended ears, neat feet, and an even body length. The final result depends on the dog's coat texture, density, face shape, and current coat condition.
How often should a Shichon be professionally groomed?
Many Shichons benefit from appointments approximately every four to eight weeks. Longer, curlier, or tangle-prone coats normally require more frequent grooming than short maintenance trims.
Should you shave a Shichon?
A very short shave is not automatically necessary for routine grooming. However, it may be the most comfortable option when matting is extensive, tight, or close to the skin. Coat condition and comfort are evaluated before the haircut is selected.
Can a Shichon receive only a bath and brush?
Yes. A bath, complete drying, brushing, combing, nail grinding, ear cleaning, and sanitary maintenance may be appropriate when a full haircut is not yet needed.
Why does my Shichon mat so quickly?
Soft, wavy, or curly hair can trap loose hair within the coat. Friction from collars, harnesses, movement, and moisture also contributes to tangles around the ears, underarms, legs, chest, belly, and tail.
Can you de-mat a Shichon?
Light tangles may be removed when this can be completed comfortably. Tight or extensive mats require an individual assessment, and a shorter haircut may be recommended when prolonged brushing would be uncomfortable.
When should a Shichon puppy begin grooming?
Puppies benefit from early positive introductions to brushing, face handling, paw care, bathing, dryers, nail grinding, and salon equipment. Initial appointments can be short and focused on building confidence.
Do you offer Shichon grooming near Cary and Raleigh?
Rebel Tails is located in Morrisville near Cary and welcomes Shichons from Cary, Raleigh, Apex, Durham, and nearby Triangle communities.
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If you have been searching for a Shichon groomer near you, choose a salon prepared for mixed coat textures, teddy bear cuts, face trimming, de-matting, puppy grooming, and individualized handling.
Rebel Tails provides professional Shichon grooming at our cage-free salon in Morrisville, conveniently located near Cary, North Carolina.
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