Grooming Guide by Dog Breed

Curly and continuously growing coats

Poodles, doodles (Goldendoodles, Labradoodles), Bichons, Shih Tzus, Maltese, Yorkies, Schnauzers. These coats keep growing and mat easily, especially behind the ears, under the legs and around the collar. Plan on a full groom every 4 to 6 weeks, with brushing at home a few times a week. Popular cuts include the teddy bear cut, puppy cut and lamb cut.

Double coats

Golden Retrievers, Huskies, German Shepherds, Australian Shepherds, Corgis, Pomeranians. These dogs have a soft undercoat that sheds heavily, especially in spring and fall. A bath, blow-out and de-shedding treatment every 6 to 8 weeks keeps shedding under control. We don't recommend shaving double-coated dogs: the coat helps regulate their temperature and protects their skin from the sun.

Short, smooth coats

Labradors, Beagles, Boxers, Pit Bulls, French Bulldogs, Chihuahuas, Dachshunds. Short coats don't need haircuts, but they still shed. A bath & brush every 6 to 8 weeks, with regular nail trims and ear cleaning, keeps them clean and comfortable. Breeds with skin folds, like Frenchies and Bulldogs, also benefit from regular wrinkle cleaning.

Wire coats

Terriers like Westies, Cairns and Wire Fox Terriers. Wiry coats look best with regular trims every 6 to 8 weeks to keep their shape and keep the coat from getting tangled.

Long, silky coats

Cocker Spaniels, Cavaliers, Lhasa Apsos, Havanese. Silky coats tangle easily on the ears, legs and belly. A groom every 4 to 6 weeks plus brushing at home keeps them soft and mat-free.

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