Doodle Grooming

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Comment by fergie11 on January 24, 2009 at 7:09am

When I took Fergie in for her first "all over good" cut, I said I for sure didn't want her shaved. They said they'd clip her all over with a 2" blade. I absolutely loved what they did. I'd like to try this myself - or would you advise not to do that. Between myself and my friend we have 4 doodles so we could save quite a little by doing that. Do you know what # blade they were talking about?

Comment by Leslie and Halas on January 24, 2009 at 6:13am

By non-haircut breeds, do you mean breeds that normally shed, like huskies or something like that, for example?

Comment by Barb @ Gemstone Labradoodles on January 23, 2009 at 11:16pm

Ann, I forgot to add in the other comment about the coat getting thicker, that if you shave a dog that does not normally get a haircut, the top coat gets destroyed and the undercoat overgrows to compensate. Then you get a huge mess of dead looking thick coat. It gets worse every time you shave. I have never heard of this for dogs that need haircuts, but it certainly happens to non haircut breeds.

Comment by Barb @ Gemstone Labradoodles on January 23, 2009 at 11:13pm

Ann is right. The Andis 2 speed is the best. I use the cordless one. I think I need the one with the light though, for my aging eyes. I have a pair of $60 scissors I use on dirty fur and save my more expensive ones for clean, dry fur. The scissors get better at about $120

Comment by Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*() on January 23, 2009 at 8:49am

I am jsut starting to get the tools needed to groom my grand-doodle and a new puppy (when needs) and would like some suggestions on the brands and types of "affordable" tools needed. The basic necessities first and then we can build on that. I understand one gets what you pay for, but should I be spending .$100 for Elec. Clipppers and $40-50 for shears? ANyone's input would be very helpful. Esp. yours Barb. THanks all.,

Comment by Barb @ Gemstone Labradoodles on January 20, 2009 at 8:08pm

I often thought I should have a raised water dish with a towel draped over the bench and teach them to wipe their faces. lol The chin can be 1/2 inch long and tapered into the throat. I trim carefully around the lips as well. I don't think you can completely prevent the problem unless you use my towel idea.

Comment by MelBell on January 20, 2009 at 6:27pm

My doodle has a drinking problem! Just within the past couple of days Chance has been dripping water everywhere. I thought he was spitting out water or something mischievous, but DH says he thinks it is the hair on his chin (beard). How do I trim? It isn't very long at all but the puddles are growing.

Comment by Mary Westrich on January 17, 2009 at 9:42am

My 2 cents: a grooming table is a must with big dogs. You can't get to all the areas you need to and do a good job. I found this out the hard way years ago when I tried to groom my 90 pound Gordon Setter. He was on a leash on the ground and I would just follow him around with a brush-one handed! I'm sure it was pretty comical, but very ineffective. The table needs to have an 'arm' to attach the dog so he stays still. Also, you have to train the dog/puppy to stay on the table. Put him up there for brief periods while petting, praising, treating. HINT: don't let him jump off on his own. They need to learn that they can only get off when you say so. Hope this helps!

Comment by Lynne, Bonnie and Teddy on January 17, 2009 at 9:30am

Hi Betty I just wanted to say that you have the most gorgeous dogs and it must have been really traumatic to have your labradoodle shaved. I am sure someone will be able to give you some really helpful insights but I would try and seperate them when grooming and keep one well out of the way. Try using a favourite toy to distract and stroking your hands down her like a brush when she is lying down and gradually introducing the brush rewarding with a treat if she keeps calm. You've probably tried all this but I wanted to sympathise as I would be feeling quite distraught by this stage.

Comment by Betty Schrump on January 17, 2009 at 9:15am

Hi everyone
I have just had both my doodoles groomed and I am going broke here!
My Labradoodle has very thick curly hair and they had to shave her. She was badly matted and I know its my fault! I can not get either of my doods to let me brush them at all! They both try to bite me and the brush and both are jealous of the attention the other is getting when I try to brush either!! I need help big time here. The only thing I can think to do is buy a grooming staion that will hold them while I brush.I don't know where to start with fixing this problem. I've been reading your comments but it sounds like all your dogs love brushing and mine just don't.I tried from puppy stage but failed. Help??

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