what type of trim should I ask for

[irened]

my wee pup Jarvis is now 6 months and I am thinking to the time he needs a trim, whilst he has had his feet trimed the rest of him has remained untouched. Not sure what I should ask for, he is not a goingto shows just a pet but still want him to look his best. Any ideas

[MaggieR]

At Jarvis's age I would only expect them to be handstripping him... he'll still have his puppy coat and you don't want them taking scissors etc to that.

[irened]

thank you, First cocker who has owned me so not sure have found a lovely place for his first time to. He will be neutered at about a year if not before if his madness does not subside lol am I right in thinking that once this happens he can't be stripped

[Emilyoliver]

Cocker coats do often change texture and volume after neutering, but my girl Emily, was spayed at 7 months and has never had to be clipped.  I still hand strip her (she's nearly 9).  Her coat is a bit softer/ fluffier than Ollie's (unneutered male), but still manageable.