How to Groom a Goldendoodle for the Summer

The goldendoodle breed is the result of mating a golden retriever with a standard poodle -- this mixed breed is popular because it combines the low shedding coat of the poodle, perfect for people suffering from allergies, with the gentle disposition of the golden retriever. The goldendoodle generally does not require a lot of coat care other than regular brushing to keep the coat mat-free, but in the summer, trimming your goldendoodle's coat down may be a good idea to keep the dog cool and free of mats.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog brush
  • Dog comb
  • Dog shampoo
  • Cotton balls
  • Blow dryer
  • Large towel
  • Curved grooming scissors
  • Dog electric clippers
  • Dog Treats
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Instructions

    • 1

      Brush your goldendoodle thoroughly using the comb and brush. Don't miss the head, tail, legs, the armpit, belly area and behind the ears. Ensure there are no mats and that the comb flows smoothly through the hair on the whole body.

    • 2

      Place cotton balls in your dog's ears. This is to protect them from getting water inside when giving your goldendoodle a bath. Dogs often get ear infections if their ears aren't protected.

    • 3

      Bathe your goldendoodle using a shampoo approved for dogs. Be careful not to get the shampoo in your dog's eyes. Rinse all the shampoo out of the coat since any residue can trigger annoying skin conditions.

    • 4

      Allow your goldendoodle to shake off excess water. Blow-dry your goldendoodle if possible, or use a large towel to remove excess moisture.

    • 5

      Comb through the coat once again to ensure there are no tangles. The presence of tangles will snarl the clippers, making the grooming session difficult and even painful.

    • 6

      Use the curved grooming scissors to groom the top of your goldendoodle's head to allow it to blend with the neck area. Trim carefully over the eyes so they become more visible, but do not trim too short.

    • 7

      Turn the clippers on and carefully swipe down your goldendoodle's cheeks on each side. Be extremely careful and don't forget to praise and give treats.

    • 8

      Continue clipping your goldendoodle, this time focusing on the neck, back, sides, chest and belly area. Try to clip in all directions, being careful not to cause ''clipper burn" by trimming too close to the skin or holding the clippers in one spot for too long.

    • 9

      Trim with the clippers moving down the legs. Clip the front, back, and sides of legs once. Comb the hair in an upward motion after clipping the leg and then use the scissors to trim and remove excess wisps of hair.