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Cuts for Mutts—the Fauxhawk A Furtastic Look for Spring!

In the past, traditional dog hairstyles were the order of the day—think of the clean, smooth Labrador or the daintily poofy Poodle. But in 2009, dogs are expressing their individuality through a new hairstyle—the fauxhawk.

The fauxhawk hairstyle is an approximation of a mohawk, made without shaving or buzzing the fur on the sides of the head, allowing an imitation of the look of a true mohawk without having to commit to removing most of one’s coat. The fauxhawk is typically worn with a small but noticeable spike in the middle, though it is usually considerably shorter than many traditional mohawks. For straight- to wavy-haired breeds (such as Spaniels), most, if not all, of the hair will be gelled upward. For curly-coated breeds (such as Poodles), the fauxhawk is created by leaving the middle strip of hair longer than that of the traditional low close crop.

The fauxhawk is a low-maintenance style that can easily be reset after a dog park playdate or a nap under the computer table. Ask your stylist or human life partners for details.