Mixed-Breed Mohawk

This cute little mixed-breed is getting a short trim all over with a Miniature Schnauzer-style face. And, to add some extra personality, a colored mohawk!

FIG. 1  To start the mohawk, I work the dye in from the center outward so that the hair can sit in a clump in the center of the head. After the dye has processed, has been rinsed out and the dog has been bathed and dried, I begin the groom.

FIG. 2  I use a reverse blade on the trunk of this dog. His hair is thin and lays down so this will give me the best results in the shortest amount of time.

FIG. 3  I then place my thumb near the tuck-up and roll it upward to create a smooth and safe place to reverse-clip this area.

FIG. 4  I repeat this process in order to work safely around the armpit.

FIG. 5  Tilting the head upwards gives you control of the dog as well as creates a taut and smooth surface to clip.

FIG. 6  Every dog has twists and swirls of hair going in different directions so you have to clip in every direction to get a smooth finish.

FIG. 7  On the face of this dog, I follow Miniature Schnauzer face patterns and use a #5F blade so it isn’t too short.

FIG. 8  I then use a thinning shear on the inside corner of the eyes.

FIG. 9  I use a reversed curved scissor to bring the eyebrows in tight from the corner of the eye and angle them towards the center of the nose.

FIG. 10  I then switch to a shorter blade and go with the grain on the legs.

FIG. 11  Moving to the mohawk, I use hairspray from the center outward in order to create maximum hold.

FIG. 12  To finish, I use a curved scissor to trim the mohawk for a fuller look.

This silky smoothie is a trim that every groomer should have in their arsenal. As for mohawks, they can end up on any breed in any trim, and I find that the hairspray and finish tipping really sets mine a part. Remember, salon styling is for the dog, the client and yourself to work together to make the dog cute and happy! ✂️