Breed grooming notes
These notes describe how common coats usually behave. They are a starting point, not a verdict on your individual dog, and they are not a list of specialist services.
If you would like us to look at a particular coat, bring your dog to our salon in Banbury and call us to ask. We don’t travel to you, and we don’t offer mobile or home-visit grooming.
PoodlePoodle coats grow continuously and need regular combing through to the skin.
LabradoodleLabradoodle coats vary from fleece to hair, but many tangle if they are not combed through.
CockapooCockapoo coats are often curly or wavy and can mat quickly without regular combing.
CavapooCavapoo coats are often soft and prone to tangling around the ears and eyes.
French bulldogFrench bulldogs have short coats and skin folds that need gentle, regular checks.
LabradorLabradors have a weatherproof double coat that sheds heavily at times and should not be shaved.
Cocker and springer spanielsCocker and springer spaniels have feathering that tangles on legs, ears and chests.
Shih tzuA shih tzu’s long or tidy coat needs regular combing, especially around the eyes and ears.
Bichon friseBichon frise coats are curly and need regular, thorough combing to stay comfortable.
Golden retrieverGolden retrievers have a dense double coat that sheds and should not be shaved.
West Highland white terrierWestie coats are harsh on top with a softer underlayer, and they need regular upkeep rather than a one-off clip.
SchnauzerSchnauzers have a wiry coat and distinctive furnishings that need regular upkeep.
If your breed isn’t listed, the coat types guide is the most useful next read, and you are still welcome to ring us.
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