First try at clipping Millie (before/after pics)

I am soooooo happy and relieved. I finally decided it was time to trim Millie. She's nearly 9 months old and hasn't had any type of trim other than a sanitary and around her eyes and face a bit. I stewed about it for hours before deciding it was time. I LOVE long fur, so I was afraid my clippers would take off too much. But, I found it to be perfect (used the 1 1/4" comb)!! It took me about 2 hours, and I still am not 100% done, but very close. She did very well. Didn't like being shaved under her ears, but she tolerated it. So proud of her. Here are some before and after pics. My husband said there isn't much of a difference to see, but that's exactly what I wanted. :)

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Permalink Reply by Susan and Bentley on December 6, 2013 at 2:28pm

she is adorable and you did a great job!!! I absolutely see a difference!

Permalink Reply by Bonnie and Kona on December 6, 2013 at 2:37pm

Congratulations! It's a big step! You will find it to be a sweet time for bonding for both of you. Millie looks great.

Permalink Reply by Debb, Lucy & Oscar on December 6, 2013 at 2:47pm

Congratulations, and good job! I see the difference, too. Its a big step grooming your own doodle(s). I've only done it a couple times so far, and cheated last time using my professional groomer (I needed a break!). It should get easier next time (although my 2nd time didn't pan out quite that way, because I changed to a different brand/type of attachment combs... won't be using those again!). Millie is adorable (and I love her smile in the 2nd pic)!

Permalink Reply by Darcy & Millie on December 6, 2013 at 2:52pm

Thanks to all of you! I have really been stressing about this as I live in a very small area, and the pickings for groomers are slim to none. I knew nobody would trim her as I wanted... And I'll be saving money! :) Hopefully in January I can splurge and get a scissor set. I used cheapies today. They maybe have one more use out of them before they are done..LOL...

Permalink Reply by Rosemary (Ro) and Enzo on December 6, 2013 at 2:55pm

Wow! Great job!!!!!! I love her look! And I am hoping I am as successful, when it comes our turn with Enzo. She is 6 months, and I keep putting it off, because I too, love the long, shaggy, bed-head, look!

Permalink Reply by Darcy & Millie on December 7, 2013 at 2:35am

Thank you! It really was not near as bad as I thought it was going to me. I bet you'll find that to be the same for you as well. Best of luck when you try!

Permalink Reply by jeanne & Lilly on December 6, 2013 at 2:59pm