“Everyday dog habits explained from the grooming table.”
Doodle coats are beautiful and a lot of work, and most of the doodles that came into my salon matted weren't dirty, they were bathed and not dried right. Here's how often I bathe Ginger and how I do it.
Plus, scroll down to see the single morning soft chew my 3-year-old, 100-pound sheepadoodle Cooper and my 6-year-old rescue Ginger get every day with breakfast.
For most doodles, a full bath every four to six weeks is plenty, with a rinse in between if they get muddy.
Bathing too often can dry out the skin. Brushing does more for a doodle coat than bathing does.
Water tightens mats like felt. Brush and comb all the way to the skin before you get your doodle wet.
If the comb won't go through, that spot needs work first, or a groomer.
Leftover shampoo in a thick coat makes it itchy and dull. Rinse until the water runs clear, then rinse again.
Pay attention to the armpits, belly and behind the ears.
This is the step that matters most. A damp doodle coat mats fast and smells musty.
Towel first, then a dryer on a cool or warm setting, fluffing with a brush until the coat is dry at the skin.
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Every four to six weeks for most doodles, with rinses in between when they get muddy.
Before. Water tightens mats, so brush and comb to the skin first.
Rinse well and dry all the way to the skin with a dryer. Damp curls are what smell.
No. I'm a groomer of 30 years. For anything medical, ask your vet.
Give them an extra ear scratch from me.
Warmly, Cynthia, Cooper & Little Ginger