Have you ever wondered if certain grooming tools could damage your dogs coat? Please share your thoughts and experiences on this subject in a comment for this video. Thanks everyone!
@@mayrod7077 I was hoping someone would ask this question my friend! I'm going to be brutally honest with my answer and just know that I do not like to criticize or invoke strong opinions about other professionals...with that said, here is my answer. I strongly believe tools such as the FURminator and undercoat rakes damage the coat and upset the undercoat to top coat ratio over all. Meaning, by using these types of tools on a double coat tends to remove more coat than what nature intended. Resulting in a damaged coat the same as if you shaved a double coated breed. Does that make sense? LoL, sometimes it's hard for me to express myself in words. May Rod, what is your opinion on these types of tools?
@@GoGroomer I thank you for your honesty. I am new to grooming and I have not been able really make my mind up with those two tools. Sometimes, they seem to be helpful but I don't know if they are more helpful to the groomer or to the dog.
@@mayrod7077 Thank you for giving your ideas on this subject. Welcome to the grooming industry, it truly is a wonderful place to be! When I was new to grooming I found these tools to be timesavers and used them often. Then as client dogs returned for future grooming I noticed changes in their coat so I did a lot of research on this very subject. I found these tools to be the culprit of some skin and coat issues. By doing that research I also learned that the best techniques and tools for maintaining a double coated breed are the tools and procedures I demonstrated in this video. In addition to that, using a slicker brush to brush the dog in the tub (while soaped up) is extremely EFFECTIVE! The hair that is ready to come out willingly lets go with ease! I hope this helps you in your future grooming endeavors and never hesitate to reach out to me for advice! I want to help:)
Just watching this video as I am seeing posts on a site for my breed (Newfoundland) where owners are clipping their dogs' coats! They need to watch this video!!! Thank you for your information!
I tried to "shed" as much light on this subject as possible. I often don't hear people talking about the importance of that coat type and the job that it does for their pet. Thank you C D! Share this video with your family and friends on social media so we can reach and help others:) And don't forget to join me this Monday at 5:30pm est "Live from the Grooming Table". I have planned many surprises for you guys:)
Thank you Jun! I really appreciate your support and I'm glad the youtube community has brought us all together! We can spread our message by sharing and caring, changing lives everywhere:) You and I both share a passion for people and pets. Keep Rockin' the world Jun the Groomer...it's a great ride my friend!
@@rkgrant16 I'm so excited to share this message and bring awareness to people on this subject. I don't often hear professionals talking about the importance of caring for this coat type, or even explaining what it does for their pets. Thank you for your support and participation in adding more value to pets lives across the land! Please join me this Monday at 5:30pm est "Live from the Grooming Table". I have some surprises for you all:)
I have a Barbado da Terceira, a rare breed from Portugal. They have a gorgeous double coat. I was NOT prepared to know how to care for it at all, so once she was old enough to have her adult coat, she got matted and had to be shaved once. Since then I have always combed her out with a comb, but it takes so long. Now I am going into breeding, so soon will have three of these dogs to keep groomed. I really appreciate your video. It is extremely helpful. I was looking into buying professional clippers, but after seeing your video I understand that what I need to invest in is the force dryer and the products you mention. Thank you so much!
Ugh, so needed this i have an alaskan malamute 100lbs and a german Shepard 60lbs. The mals under coat is crazy dense and worries about messing her pretty fur is a fear
Thank you, but it would be nice to see how you deal with a coat that has already been shaved and what can be done to restore it (or at least maintain it). Some people may have recently adopted a double coated breed that had been shaven several times before they had him. It would also be great to hear how you deal with double coated dogs like the Bouvier des Flanders, that do not shed it's undercoat.
@@GoGroomer I just made a new friend who has a Newfie who has been shaved twice due to matting. Her dog is 7 and matted again. Guess who is going over to try and help her comb/brush it all out. Quicker slicker, coconut oil, shampoo and conditioner here I come! Nope not a groomer LOL
Astrid Phimmasone we are going to do great things together my friend:) check out this video on managing a shedding coat type ruclips.net/video/YzejTmVoKks/видео.html I hope it helps 😊
You make it look so simple and always give us great tips.....your manner and way of explaining, sharing and teaching are so wonderful and helpful - thank you. Have you done a video showing feathering on Retrievers, collies and all dogs with undercoats and long guard coats? Also tidying up grinch toes 😊
Hi sweetie! Yes, this video shows how to trim the furnishings and feet on a retriever coat type. its a long video but i guess we all a little time these days. Hope it helps:) ruclips.net/video/OPqOJor8k5Y/видео.html
I love following your RUclips channel. I have a 3 1/2 year old Old English Sheepdog and a 6 year old Bearded Collie. Your advice and teachings……Priceless!!
Thanks for this video. I DO use a sullivan comb on my Newfie while she is blowing coat 2x a year- is that what you mean by an undercoat rake? Thanks. I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL
Hi, I'm so enjoying your videos. I watched the double coat dog video today, Thank you, it's helped me a lot. I have 2 Tibetan terriers, just 8 months old. I know you should never clip a double coat, but I wondered if you think it's ok to tidy them a little, maybe with blending scissors, or do you think a tt should have a full coat? I don't like them clipped, but I'm wondering if I could keep them in a medium length? I've never seen one like this, only fully clipped or full length coat. I'm a 1st time tt owner. Thank you again Regards Ann
thank you so much for this! I'll be getting a rough collie next month, and knowing this now has convinced me that putting in the money now to get things like a good pet dryer and what not will save a lot on money down the line. I want to make sure I know everything about grooming him before he comes home.
I grew up in the tropics however I now reside in Coastal Carolina where it can get quite hot... I've been shearing my double-coated Australian cattle dogs in summer for years but my girlfriend recently said many sources online say it's harmful... this sounds like a giant load of horse crap to me because my animals look fantastic and their athletic performance and cool down is radically improved in extreme heat the moment I take their hair off. If you brush them vigorously for a few days before you get out the Clippers it comes off pretty easy.
Just started to watch your videos, very informative, and enjoyable. I use Natures Specialties detangling spray to brush out, but might look to changing to quicker slicker.
Good Morning from Canada. I just LOVE your videos! Thank you so much for all this great information you give us viewers, it's GREATLY APPRECIATED! I commented I think last week about my 2 Mini Aussies. I am guilty of getting them trimmed down. Not really short, I took off about 1 inch of length on them. I feel it's easier to manage. Especially with all that's going on these days. I care for both my elderly parents at home and work full time as a caregiver in a large facility. I do need to take more time for my fur babies and brush them out more often. I bought a force dryer to make the drying time faster and easier on bath days. a grooming arm, and waiting for my new Wahl Bravura for sanitary trim... and I have my Andis AGC 2 speed. I like my Andis but I feel it's too big when I do paws and sanitary trim....I do want to get a grooming table next. They are all sold out right now. So I am using a small folding table for now but it's not very sturdy. They will be brushing them again and I will de-shed them this weekend. Happy grooming! Thanks again for all your great information, love watching your channel!
Maskawolf hello sweetie! Wow you are gonna love the difference the force dryer makes on your double coated breeds:) that is D shedding at its finest:) if you brush them out while conditioning in the tub, you’ll get a lot of hair and undercoat out before drying as well:) good job Mom you sound so busy but making the time for your pets! Hugs💕
I enjoyed this video! I am trying to learn on the different cost types and this video helps explain the how and why grooming is important to double coat breeds. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
I have an australian cattle dog. Yes has a double coat.. his hair is absolutely ridiculous. Never had a problem.... his hair grows back like i was never there. Been doing it for years...
@@GoGroomer so far so good. I dont take off much. The only time i touch the double cut thick layer is on his neck. But its very very little. I would never take off to much. Thank you. Big fan of your channel!!
Thank you for this video. I have a coated German Shepherd with both undercoat and long hair. I really appreciate all the details, education about the undercoat, and links to specific products!! I am going to check out some of the brushes and the Quicker Slicker. Thanks so much!
Wendy S. Young so glad you find value in my videos 💕 It is my pleasure to share my secrets because I want the best for you and your pet! I good brush, grooming comb and quicker slicker would really be helpful for your routine brush outs with a shepherd. If I were you I would consider the large Kenchii slicker brush for that coat type. You can purchase one on their website at kenchii.com
Could you make a video on recommended dog grooming tubs for people willing to invest to build a washing station at home. I want to bath my large 110lbs dog at home but only have a shower in a tiny bathroom and my back doesn't agree at all with the extremely bent over position . It also cost 300$ every few months to bring my dog to the groomer which is fine I know my dog coat is an intensive jobs that take all day and my dog is not easy to handle. But having an appointment with him can sometimes be difficult and if the appointment is cancel for some reason than it's another month+waiting. Also during the pandemic with everything shut down and my dog was so miserable and dirty for months it made me realize I really need a way to be able to bath him at home when I need, that would be safe for me and him. But the amount of tub available online is just overwhelming and most have good and bad reviews + what parts and stuff are needed. I don't know where to start 😵
The best option for a very large breed is to instal a handicap shower so they just have to take one step to get in:) I have one in my salon and that is the ticket for bathing extra large breeds:)
Thank you so much for your videos, they are great! We have a golden doodle with a wavy double coat and the problem is that his coat just continues to grow longer and longer if we allow it and doesn’t seem to have a length limit on its own. Since he is 80lbs it takes me forever to use thinning shears to trim his body so I am looking into using clippers with a guard comb to keep his coat around 2 inches long to make it easier. Please let me know if you have any feedback or suggestions because I want to make sure not to damage his coat . Thank you!
Guard combs only go up to 1 inch in length. I suggest you get this clipper bundle. It comes with 4 most common guard comb sizes and ready to go with no additional purchases needed to start. amzn.to/4eKsQxU If you want to use clipper blades such as a 7 or 5, purchase them separately.
@@GoGroomerthank you for the reply, this looks like the perfect bundle! I’m having a hard time finding info on grooming our doodle because he has the wavy double coat (he’s a rescue but we assume he’s an F1)…most of the videos I’m seeing look like the doodles have more of a poodle coat. Thank you for letting me know that clipper guards only go up to 1” length. Do you think there is a safe clipping length for his coat to avoid the under coat?
Thank you so much for explaining so thoroughly about the mystery that is the double coat! This topic is a battlefield on the Aussie Shepherd Facebook groups - to clip/shave (yikes!) or not (obviously). I've been doing my own grooming for a while but I have a question. Before I started doing it myself, the last time I took my Mini Aussie Shepherd to a groomer, she removed all the undercoat and he looked really skinny. 😔 When the undercoat grew back, there are now a few places around his legs that are now fluffy, as if there is no top coat. I've been told it could take a couple years for the top to grow back. Is this true? Or is he just doomed to have what looks like funny looking fluffy angel wings? 😅 Thank you so very much, I just love your channel!
If you would have continued a schedule with the groomer your dogs coat may have become regulated. Top coat and undercoat. Maybe you will consider handing the groomer over to a professional again and get that coat back in check🙏
@@GoGroomer Thank you for replying! I guess since he never looked as awful as he did that day (like a wet seal) and never had with his last groomer (we had an interstate move) I freaked. 😅 Thanks for your advice!
Thank you so much I’m now getting an Akita and wanted to see if maybe there’s a difference in grooming with double coats and what I can do you video explained so much I’ve been doing a lot of research on giving the new pup the best I can give
Hi, I was wondering if you think you can brush too much. Don't they need their undercoat to some extent. I got some of those Chris Christiansen brushes and it's game time. 130lb leonberger involved.
Hi Amy, First would like to thank you... your videos are extremely useful and has helped a great deal. I have a show quality English Cocker Spaniel that gets hand stripped. I'd like to start grooming him myself but don't want to ruin his coat. Question... can the technique you've described in this video replace hand stripping and not damage his show coat?
I have a labradoodle puppy with a double coat. She is 9 months old and about 65lbs. Your video just saved her from ruined fur by me shaving her. You have taught me how to groom my schnauzer, thank you! However, this pup is something else. Don't I need to do her paws and sanitary areas the same as my tiny dog? Also, what about her face? I would like to clip her snout top and under to keep her cleaner, and you can't even see her eyes anymore. She has long frilly hair on her legs and tail. Can I cut off the frilly fluff without ruining her fur? It isn't that pretty; it looks stringy.
Is there anything that can be done if they have already been shaved? We are adopting a 3 year old Newf that was rescued from an Amish puppy mill. Her fur was in such bad shape that the rescue had her shaved. Can we do anything to help promote healthy growth as it comes back? Or is it out of our control? Thank you.
Interesting video; what % of shed can be reduced from a GSD? The wife is protesting have one inside as she sees others with their horrific shed issues.
When you say never clip a double-coated dog, do you mean never use clippers on them no matter how long the comb attachment, or just not to shave them? I have been trying to trim up our Chow Chow with scissors. It is very time-consuming and he doesn't always cooperate. I have been looking at clippers for a while and trying to find a size comb that would leave the hair long. Is this not a good idea, even for sanitary trims?
No combs or blades to cut into the coat. The Chow Chow should be groomed similar to the dog in this video. I you follow these steps your chow will look great and no damage to the coat. ruclips.net/video/BrnlDGq7AbU/видео.html
I have an Australian Shepherd. I took her in to be groomed, I asked for a slight trim to shape up her long hair. When I picked her up they had shaved her almost to the skin! Her hair appears to grow evenly, but she has very thick undercoat. Should grooming like this now fix that? Do you have any other recommendations that will help?
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! I followed your techniques from some of the videos and I am already seeing a difference in my dog's coat.
I may be wrong as far as what the Pomeranian boo trim is, but I think it's much like a lion trim? (let me know if I'm correct) My opinion on that is this...it is adorable and allows for a much more manageable coat on the dog however, the Pomeranian is a double coated breed and I discourage pet owners to cut into that coat because it damages the ratio (top coat-to-undercoat). With that said as we all know a dogs undercoat regulates body temperature as well as protects the skin from sun, weather and allergens..etc. For that reason I am against trimming the coat of any double coated breed. (I know we still need to trim around the sanitary areas for cleanliness-that would be my only suggestion for cutting into the coat of a Pomeranian) Remember my friend...caring for a double coat is simply "working the undercoat". I'm curious about your opinion, please share that here:)
Thank you so much! Sorry for my English, I write with google translator😀! Yes, you are right. It is the same. But the owners of the dog are asked short trim. What length is better to leave so as not to damage the undercoat? And can I use attachment comb for clipper?
@@СаулеШабдалина What country do you live in? I am so excited that we can connect across the world! Thank you for being an important part of this:) What is your 1st language? I can try to upload my videos with translation for you:) I would love to try and do that-if it helps you. I'm going to be brutally honest with my answer and just know that I do not like to criticize or invoke strong opinions about other professionals...with that said, here is my answer. I strongly believe tools such as the FURminator and undercoat rakes damage the coat and upset the undercoat to top coat ratio over all. Meaning, by using these types of tools on a double coat tends to remove more coat than what nature intended. Resulting in a damaged coat the same as if you shaved a double coated breed. Does that make sense? (sometimes it's hard for me to express myself in words). When I was new to grooming I found these tools to be timesavers and used them often. Then as client dogs returned for future grooming I noticed changes in their coat so I did a lot of research on this very subject. I found these tools to be the culprit of some skin and coat issues. By doing that research I also learned that the best techniques and tools for maintaining a double coated breed are the tools and procedures I demonstrated in this video. In addition to that, using a slicker brush to brush the dog in the tub (while soaped up) is extremely EFFECTIVE! The hair that is ready to come out willingly lets go with ease! I hope this helps you in your future grooming endeavors and never hesitate to reach out to me for advice! I want to help:) It would be best if you could talk clients out of trimming a double coated dog and talk them into working the coat as I demonstrated in this video. This would preserve the skin and coat health of their beloved pet. Remember, the coat protects the dog from temperature, sun and allergens. Cutting into the undercoat will always damage it:(
My native Russian language. I live in USA ( Florida). Thank you for your video. They help me not only in my work. I learn a lot new and useful things. I also improve my English!!!
@@СаулеШабдалина Florida, Awesome! Did you groom is Russian before coming to the states? I am delighted to help with my videos! But my "English" is probably a bad example of proper...LOL (I have a weird southern/Pennsylvanian accent) I hope you can join us this Monday for "Live from the grooming Table" at 5:30pm est. I believe you are on the same time zone as me. I have some great things planned for that Live Stream as well as a subscriber product give-a-way! I hope to see you there:)
Prices vary depending on your location. Groomers use all kinds of different coat handling techniques to help the coat lay flat and remove dead coat. Anything above and beyond a normal groom would usually be an extra charge, we charge for the time that we put into the work.
My double coated stinker keeps getting entangled with skunks! I had just taken him to the groomer, so I am going to need to treat him at home to get rid of that skunk smell:( Also, how often should I bathe my Anatolian? He is mostly outdoors with my goats, but comes in at night.
What do you do if you brought your double-coated dog to a "professional" groomer and they clipped your dog ALL OVER without your consent? It's not shaved, but its been scissored to half its original length. Will the outer coat grow back normally?
Forn20myears I used nothing but a regular hair brush on my huskies. The boy I have now I have pampered horribly because he landed in my lap right after my husky passed and he was my best friend. Now this little baby, 2 now, I wanted to go all out and use fancy stuff. I bought a rake and used it. The whole time I heard the hair pull and break but my boy didn't seem to care. So I did hos entire body. Then I sat in my yard and just liked at this rake. I put it to my mom beard and I felt like I just tortured my dog. I ended up with a boar bristle brush, slicker brush, and one of those steel combs. Now I wonder is it possible to repair nourish or do something possitive to his guard hair that can somewhat undo what o Did? I studied other rakes at the pet store and it seemed like they had the curbed teeth sharpened. Mine felt like it was just metal. Also, I use head and shoulders on mine and this guy will require bathing often. Will this shampoo hurt his skin? Dog shampoos don't do anything for huskies at least not the ones I used years ago. Head and sholders you can see the dirt roll off like mud.
You can definitely damage the undercoat by improperly using a rake! If you don't have experience using it, don't use it. You only need a slicker brush and comb. You want to line brush when brushing. Absolutely do not use human shampoo on dogs!!! Dog shampoo has a different PH level than human shampoo. You want a good quality professional shampoo. Shampoos at your local Walmart will not work! I highly recommend you to go through Amy's videos, and watch her videos about Shampoos.
Thank you for such an informative video. My problem hasn't been addressed yet .(I don't think) I have a long coated Shiloh Shepherd who swam all summer in the river. I seldom blew his coat out, mostly towel dried or air dried. As a consequence, the area around his anus and scrotum have developed dreadlocks that are next to impossible to brush out. I was wondering what you would do in this case....cut them out? I ordered some of spray to try, but I am afraid that it is too bad to attempt. Help!
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Have you ever wondered if certain grooming tools could damage your dogs coat? Please share your thoughts and experiences on this subject in a comment for this video. Thanks everyone!
What do you think about the furminator and undercoat rakes?
@@mayrod7077 I was hoping someone would ask this question my friend! I'm going to be brutally honest with my answer and just know that I do not like to criticize or invoke strong opinions about other professionals...with that said, here is my answer. I strongly believe tools such as the FURminator and undercoat rakes damage the coat and upset the undercoat to top coat ratio over all. Meaning, by using these types of tools on a double coat tends to remove more coat than what nature intended. Resulting in a damaged coat the same as if you shaved a double coated breed. Does that make sense? LoL, sometimes it's hard for me to express myself in words. May Rod, what is your opinion on these types of tools?
@@GoGroomer I thank you for your honesty. I am new to grooming and I have not been able really make my mind up with those two tools. Sometimes, they seem to be helpful but I don't know if they are more helpful to the groomer or to the dog.
@@mayrod7077 Thank you for giving your ideas on this subject. Welcome to the grooming industry, it truly is a wonderful place to be! When I was new to grooming I found these tools to be timesavers and used them often. Then as client dogs returned for future grooming I noticed changes in their coat so I did a lot of research on this very subject. I found these tools to be the culprit of some skin and coat issues. By doing that research I also learned that the best techniques and tools for maintaining a double coated breed are the tools and procedures I demonstrated in this video. In addition to that, using a slicker brush to brush the dog in the tub (while soaped up) is extremely EFFECTIVE! The hair that is ready to come out willingly lets go with ease! I hope this helps you in your future grooming endeavors and never hesitate to reach out to me for advice! I want to help:)
@@GoGroomer thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️
Just watching this video as I am seeing posts on a site for my breed (Newfoundland) where owners are clipping their dogs' coats! They need to watch this video!!! Thank you for your information!
Every person with a double coated dog should see this. You explain everything beautifully!! Thank you!!!
I tried to "shed" as much light on this subject as possible. I often don't hear people talking about the importance of that coat type and the job that it does for their pet. Thank you C D! Share this video with your family and friends on social media so we can reach and help others:) And don't forget to join me this Monday at 5:30pm est "Live from the Grooming Table". I have planned many surprises for you guys:)
I LOVE this video!! 🙌👌 You’re one of the BEST grooming channels on RUclips!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you Jun! I really appreciate your support and I'm glad the youtube community has brought us all together! We can spread our message by sharing and caring, changing lives everywhere:) You and I both share a passion for people and pets. Keep Rockin' the world Jun the Groomer...it's a great ride my friend!
I agree!..She's the best I've seen:))
@@rkgrant16 I'm so excited to share this message and bring awareness to people on this subject. I don't often hear professionals talking about the importance of caring for this coat type, or even explaining what it does for their pets. Thank you for your support and participation in adding more value to pets lives across the land! Please join me this Monday at 5:30pm est "Live from the Grooming Table". I have some surprises for you all:)
Love her! My favorite groomer. SO EDUCATIONAL!!
Much appreciated!
I have a Barbado da Terceira, a rare breed from Portugal. They have a gorgeous double coat. I was NOT prepared to know how to care for it at all, so once she was old enough to have her adult coat, she got matted and had to be shaved once. Since then I have always combed her out with a comb, but it takes so long. Now I am going into breeding, so soon will have three of these dogs to keep groomed. I really appreciate your video. It is extremely helpful. I was looking into buying professional clippers, but after seeing your video I understand that what I need to invest in is the force dryer and the products you mention. Thank you so much!
Ugh, so needed this i have an alaskan malamute 100lbs and a german Shepard 60lbs. The mals under coat is crazy dense and worries about messing her pretty fur is a fear
Thank you, but it would be nice to see how you deal with a coat that has already been shaved and what can be done to restore it (or at least maintain it). Some people may have recently adopted a double coated breed that had been shaven several times before they had him. It would also be great to hear how you deal with double coated dogs like the Bouvier des Flanders, that do not shed it's undercoat.
If the double coat has been shaved many times, it will most likely never recover. Must continue shaving. But it doesn’t have to be a real short clip.
@@GoGroomer I just made a new friend who has a Newfie who has been shaved twice due to matting. Her dog is 7 and matted again. Guess who is going over to try and help her comb/brush it all out. Quicker slicker, coconut oil, shampoo and conditioner here I come! Nope not a groomer LOL
Wow! What an eye opener, I had no idea!!
Glad you liked it!
I'm sooo glad I found you. Awesome video!! Please keep them coming!
Astrid Phimmasone we are going to do great things together my friend:) check out this video on managing a shedding coat type
ruclips.net/video/YzejTmVoKks/видео.html
I hope it helps 😊
You make it look so simple and always give us great tips.....your manner and way of explaining, sharing and teaching are so wonderful and helpful - thank you.
Have you done a video showing feathering on Retrievers, collies and all dogs with undercoats and long guard coats? Also tidying up grinch toes 😊
Hi sweetie! Yes, this video shows how to trim the furnishings and feet on a retriever coat type. its a long video but i guess we all a little time these days. Hope it helps:)
ruclips.net/video/OPqOJor8k5Y/видео.html
I love following your RUclips channel. I have a 3 1/2 year old Old English Sheepdog and a 6 year old Bearded Collie. Your advice and teachings……Priceless!!
Thanks for this video. I DO use a sullivan comb on my Newfie while she is blowing coat 2x a year- is that what you mean by an undercoat rake? Thanks. I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL
Very good tutorial. Thank you!
My pleasure! Thanks for watching 💖
Hi, I'm so enjoying your videos. I watched the double coat dog video today, Thank you, it's helped me a lot. I have 2 Tibetan terriers, just 8 months old. I know you should never clip a double coat, but I wondered if you think it's ok to tidy them a little, maybe with blending scissors, or do you think a tt should have a full coat? I don't like them clipped, but I'm wondering if I could keep them in a medium length? I've never seen one like this, only fully clipped or full length coat. I'm a 1st time tt owner. Thank you again
Regards Ann
You can tidy up their coat with scissoring or guard comes over a clipper blade.
thank you so much for this! I'll be getting a rough collie next month, and knowing this now has convinced me that putting in the money now to get things like a good pet dryer and what not will save a lot on money down the line. I want to make sure I know everything about grooming him before he comes home.
I grew up in the tropics however I now reside in Coastal Carolina where it can get quite hot... I've been shearing my double-coated Australian cattle dogs in summer for years but my girlfriend recently said many sources online say it's harmful... this sounds like a giant load of horse crap to me because my animals look fantastic and their athletic performance and cool down is radically improved in extreme heat the moment I take their hair off. If you brush them vigorously for a few days before you get out the Clippers it comes off pretty easy.
As I have a Pek this was great to watch. Thanks.
Wonderful 💕
Just started to watch your videos, very informative, and enjoyable. I use Natures Specialties detangling spray to brush out, but might look to changing to quicker slicker.
THANK YOU!!! FINALLY SOMEBODY EXPLAINED IT!!!😄
Good Morning from Canada. I just LOVE your videos! Thank you so much for all this great information you give us viewers, it's GREATLY APPRECIATED! I commented I think last week about my 2 Mini Aussies. I am guilty of getting them trimmed down. Not really short, I took off about 1 inch of length on them. I feel it's easier to manage. Especially with all that's going on these days. I care for both my elderly parents at home and work full time as a caregiver in a large facility. I do need to take more time for my fur babies and brush them out more often. I bought a force dryer to make the drying time faster and easier on bath days. a grooming arm, and waiting for my new Wahl Bravura for sanitary trim... and I have my Andis AGC 2 speed. I like my Andis but I feel it's too big when I do paws and sanitary trim....I do want to get a grooming table next. They are all sold out right now. So I am using a small folding table for now but it's not very sturdy. They will be brushing them again and I will de-shed them this weekend. Happy grooming! Thanks again for all your great information, love watching your channel!
Maskawolf hello sweetie! Wow you are gonna love the difference the force dryer makes on your double coated breeds:) that is D shedding at its finest:) if you brush them out while conditioning in the tub, you’ll get a lot of hair and undercoat out before drying as well:) good job Mom you sound so busy but making the time for your pets! Hugs💕
@@GoGroomer Thank you! I will try the conditioning and combing in the tub for sure!
Maskawolf would love to hear your feedback after trying that deshedding method in you double coated pup 💕
@@GoGroomer I will let you know for sure! Thank you for being so wonderful, and for sharing your wisdom!
I enjoyed this video! I am trying to learn on the different cost types and this video helps explain the how and why grooming is important to double coat breeds. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
I have an australian cattle dog. Yes has a double coat.. his hair is absolutely ridiculous. Never had a problem.... his hair grows back like i was never there. Been doing it for years...
I hope it continues to work well for you and your boy:)
@@GoGroomer so far so good. I dont take off much. The only time i touch the double cut thick layer is on his neck. But its very very little. I would never take off to much. Thank you. Big fan of your channel!!
@@MastahDriver Wonderful:) It sounds like you are careful not to take too much coat. You should be fine moving forward:) Thanks for the love❤️
Thank you for this video. I have a coated German Shepherd with both undercoat and long hair. I really appreciate all the details, education about the undercoat, and links to specific products!! I am going to check out some of the brushes and the Quicker Slicker. Thanks so much!
Wendy S. Young so glad you find value in my videos 💕
It is my pleasure to share my secrets because I want the best for you and your pet! I good brush, grooming comb and quicker slicker would really be helpful for your routine brush outs with a shepherd. If I were you I would consider the large Kenchii slicker brush for that coat type. You can purchase one on their website at kenchii.com
Thanks very much for clear explanation
My pleasure 💕
thanks a million for sharing this video with us,
Thank you. You’re videos are amazing and so very very helpful
Could you make a video on recommended dog grooming tubs for people willing to invest to build a washing station at home. I want to bath my large 110lbs dog at home but only have a shower in a tiny bathroom and my back doesn't agree at all with the extremely bent over position . It also cost 300$ every few months to bring my dog to the groomer which is fine I know my dog coat is an intensive jobs that take all day and my dog is not easy to handle. But having an appointment with him can sometimes be difficult and if the appointment is cancel for some reason than it's another month+waiting. Also during the pandemic with everything shut down and my dog was so miserable and dirty for months it made me realize I really need a way to be able to bath him at home when I need, that would be safe for me and him. But the amount of tub available online is just overwhelming and most have good and bad reviews + what parts and stuff are needed. I don't know where to start 😵
The best option for a very large breed is to instal a handicap shower so they just have to take one step to get in:) I have one in my salon and that is the ticket for bathing extra large breeds:)
Thank you so much for your videos, they are great! We have a golden doodle with a wavy double coat and the problem is that his coat just continues to grow longer and longer if we allow it and doesn’t seem to have a length limit on its own. Since he is 80lbs it takes me forever to use thinning shears to trim his body so I am looking into using clippers with a guard comb to keep his coat around 2 inches long to make it easier. Please let me know if you have any feedback or suggestions because I want to make sure not to damage his coat . Thank you!
Guard combs only go up to 1 inch in length. I suggest you get this clipper bundle. It comes with 4 most common guard comb sizes and ready to go with no additional purchases needed to start. amzn.to/4eKsQxU
If you want to use clipper blades such as a 7 or 5, purchase them separately.
@@GoGroomerthank you for the reply, this looks like the perfect bundle! I’m having a hard time finding info on grooming our doodle because he has the wavy double coat (he’s a rescue but we assume he’s an F1)…most of the videos I’m seeing look like the doodles have more of a poodle coat. Thank you for letting me know that clipper guards only go up to 1” length. Do you think there is a safe clipping length for his coat to avoid the under coat?
Thank you so much for explaining so thoroughly about the mystery that is the double coat! This topic is a battlefield on the Aussie Shepherd Facebook groups - to clip/shave (yikes!) or not (obviously). I've been doing my own grooming for a while but I have a question. Before I started doing it myself, the last time I took my Mini Aussie Shepherd to a groomer, she removed all the undercoat and he looked really skinny. 😔 When the undercoat grew back, there are now a few places around his legs that are now fluffy, as if there is no top coat. I've been told it could take a couple years for the top to grow back. Is this true? Or is he just doomed to have what looks like funny looking fluffy angel wings? 😅 Thank you so very much, I just love your channel!
If you would have continued a schedule with the groomer your dogs coat may have become regulated. Top coat and undercoat. Maybe you will consider handing the groomer over to a professional again and get that coat back in check🙏
@@GoGroomer Thank you for replying! I guess since he never looked as awful as he did that day (like a wet seal) and never had with his last groomer (we had an interstate move) I freaked. 😅 Thanks for your advice!
Yes the best grooming teacher on RUclips !
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Absolutely:)
How can you know when to stop raking out undercoat ? Is there a point when you took out too much ?? Should it all be taken out ??
where did you get your Activet brush, could you put a link for it. I have a Swedish Vallhund
Groomershelper.com
Does this video apply to dogs like miniature schnauzers that don't shed, but do have undercoats?
What is that narrow brush you're using? Thank you!
Thank you so much I’m now getting an Akita and wanted to see if maybe there’s a difference in grooming with double coats and what I can do you video explained so much I’ve been doing a lot of research on giving the new pup the best I can give
Hi, I was wondering if you think you can brush too much. Don't they need their undercoat to some extent. I got some of those Chris Christiansen brushes and it's game time. 130lb leonberger involved.
I know what you mean I have two Black Russians!
Is this same technique of Grooming; good for a rough haired collie ?
Yes, definitely
Hi Amy, First would like to thank you... your videos are extremely useful and has helped a great deal. I have a show quality English Cocker Spaniel that gets hand stripped. I'd like to start grooming him myself but don't want to ruin his coat. Question... can the technique you've described in this video replace hand stripping and not damage his show coat?
excellent video, I wanted to asked you if you recommend the use of the undercoat rake of the typical sharp blade?
Is this technique of grooming good for a rough haired collie?
Definitely🙌
I accidentally trimmed ny dogs under coat, what do you recommend that I do?
Just don't do it again:) Hopefully it may be just fine❤️
I have a labradoodle puppy with a double coat. She is 9 months old and about 65lbs. Your video just saved her from ruined fur by me shaving her. You have taught me how to groom my schnauzer, thank you! However, this pup is something else. Don't I need to do her paws and sanitary areas the same as my tiny dog? Also, what about her face? I would like to clip her snout top and under to keep her cleaner, and you can't even see her eyes anymore. She has long frilly hair on her legs and tail. Can I cut off the frilly fluff without ruining her fur? It isn't that pretty; it looks stringy.
Awesome video! So I understand that you should never clip a double coat dog, but can it be trimmed?
Great content! May I know how much you will charge for this dog's bath?
Ty
My pleasure 🐾
Is there anything that can be done if they have already been shaved? We are adopting a 3 year old Newf that was rescued from an Amish puppy mill. Her fur was in such bad shape that the rescue had her shaved. Can we do anything to help promote healthy growth as it comes back? Or is it out of our control? Thank you.
Im new to grooming and womdering what brand top you are wearing
Jodi Murphy sold on her website:)
Interesting video; what % of shed can be reduced from a GSD? The wife is protesting have one inside as she sees others with their horrific shed issues.
How often should I bathe a double coated dog? I heard I can't bathe them as often. Is that true?
When you say never clip a double-coated dog, do you mean never use clippers on them no matter how long the comb attachment, or just not to shave them? I have been trying to trim up our Chow Chow with scissors. It is very time-consuming and he doesn't always cooperate. I have been looking at clippers for a while and trying to find a size comb that would leave the hair long. Is this not a good idea, even for sanitary trims?
No combs or blades to cut into the coat. The Chow Chow should be groomed similar to the dog in this video. I you follow these steps your chow will look great and no damage to the coat.
ruclips.net/video/BrnlDGq7AbU/видео.html
I have an Australian Shepherd. I took her in to be groomed, I asked for a slight trim to shape up her long hair. When I picked her up they had shaved her almost to the skin! Her hair appears to grow evenly, but she has very thick undercoat. Should grooming like this now fix that? Do you have any other recommendations that will help?
That's a shame. But yes, I have a video that would apply to that coat type and care routine:) Hope it helps!
ruclips.net/video/YrR7QPbEoBc/видео.html
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! I followed your techniques from some of the videos and I am already seeing a difference in my dog's coat.
hi! this video saved my dogs coat lol he’s a corgi mix and has a lot of hair on his butt and just to clear, i should NOT do a sanitary trim?
and also, i should NOT use the furminator brush?
Hi! Thanks for your video 😀! What do you think about Pomeranian Boo trim?
I may be wrong as far as what the Pomeranian boo trim is, but I think it's much like a lion trim? (let me know if I'm correct) My opinion on that is this...it is adorable and allows for a much more manageable coat on the dog however, the Pomeranian is a double coated breed and I discourage pet owners to cut into that coat because it damages the ratio (top coat-to-undercoat). With that said as we all know a dogs undercoat regulates body temperature as well as protects the skin from sun, weather and allergens..etc. For that reason I am against trimming the coat of any double coated breed. (I know we still need to trim around the sanitary areas for cleanliness-that would be my only suggestion for cutting into the coat of a Pomeranian) Remember my friend...caring for a double coat is simply "working the undercoat". I'm curious about your opinion, please share that here:)
Thank you so much! Sorry for my English, I write with google translator😀! Yes, you are right. It is the same. But the owners of the dog are asked short trim. What length is better to leave so as not to damage the undercoat? And can I use attachment comb for clipper?
@@СаулеШабдалина What country do you live in? I am so excited that we can connect across the world! Thank you for being an important part of this:) What is your 1st language? I can try to upload my videos with translation for you:) I would love to try and do that-if it helps you. I'm going to be brutally honest with my answer and just know that I do not like to criticize or invoke strong opinions about other professionals...with that said, here is my answer. I strongly believe tools such as the FURminator and undercoat rakes damage the coat and upset the undercoat to top coat ratio over all. Meaning, by using these types of tools on a double coat tends to remove more coat than what nature intended. Resulting in a damaged coat the same as if you shaved a double coated breed. Does that make sense? (sometimes it's hard for me to express myself in words). When I was new to grooming I found these tools to be timesavers and used them often. Then as client dogs returned for future grooming I noticed changes in their coat so I did a lot of research on this very subject. I found these tools to be the culprit of some skin and coat issues. By doing that research I also learned that the best techniques and tools for maintaining a double coated breed are the tools and procedures I demonstrated in this video. In addition to that, using a slicker brush to brush the dog in the tub (while soaped up) is extremely EFFECTIVE! The hair that is ready to come out willingly lets go with ease! I hope this helps you in your future grooming endeavors and never hesitate to reach out to me for advice! I want to help:) It would be best if you could talk clients out of trimming a double coated dog and talk them into working the coat as I demonstrated in this video. This would preserve the skin and coat health of their beloved pet. Remember, the coat protects the dog from temperature, sun and allergens. Cutting into the undercoat will always damage it:(
My native Russian language. I live in USA ( Florida). Thank you for your video. They help me not only in my work. I learn a lot new and useful things. I also improve my English!!!
@@СаулеШабдалина Florida, Awesome! Did you groom is Russian before coming to the states? I am delighted to help with my videos! But my "English" is probably a bad example of proper...LOL (I have a weird southern/Pennsylvanian accent) I hope you can join us this Monday for "Live from the grooming Table" at 5:30pm est. I believe you are on the same time zone as me. I have some great things planned for that Live Stream as well as a subscriber product give-a-way! I hope to see you there:)
Can my golden doodle have a double coat? Do I clip him?
Yes, you can clip a Goldendoodle.
What would you charge for this work?
Prices vary depending on your location. Groomers use all kinds of different coat handling techniques to help the coat lay flat and remove dead coat. Anything above and beyond a normal groom would usually be an extra charge, we charge for the time that we put into the work.
My double coated stinker keeps getting entangled with skunks! I had just taken him to the groomer, so I am going to need to treat him at home to get rid of that skunk smell:( Also, how often should I bathe my Anatolian? He is mostly outdoors with my goats, but comes in at night.
What do you do if you brought your double-coated dog to a "professional" groomer and they clipped your dog ALL OVER without your consent? It's not shaved, but its been scissored to half its original length. Will the outer coat grow back normally?
What kind of nozzle are you using to do the washing?
Prima bathing system
@@GoGroomer thank you!
Where can I buy a force dryer. Is that the actual name
Here is the link:
amzn.to/3kI2u5h
How do you trim an American Eskimo dog's butt, paws, feet, underbelly? Would you shave or scissor trim these areas?
I'd like to know also...
Forn20myears I used nothing but a regular hair brush on my huskies.
The boy I have now I have pampered horribly because he landed in my lap right after my husky passed and he was my best friend.
Now this little baby, 2 now, I wanted to go all out and use fancy stuff. I bought a rake and used it.
The whole time I heard the hair pull and break but my boy didn't seem to care. So I did hos entire body.
Then I sat in my yard and just liked at this rake. I put it to my mom beard and I felt like I just tortured my dog.
I ended up with a boar bristle brush, slicker brush, and one of those steel combs.
Now I wonder is it possible to repair nourish or do something possitive to his guard hair that can somewhat undo what o Did?
I studied other rakes at the pet store and it seemed like they had the curbed teeth sharpened. Mine felt like it was just metal.
Also, I use head and shoulders on mine and this guy will require bathing often. Will this shampoo hurt his skin? Dog shampoos don't do anything for huskies at least not the ones I used years ago. Head and sholders you can see the dirt roll off like mud.
You can definitely damage the undercoat by improperly using a rake! If you don't have experience using it, don't use it. You only need a slicker brush and comb. You want to line brush when brushing. Absolutely do not use human shampoo on dogs!!! Dog shampoo has a different PH level than human shampoo. You want a good quality professional shampoo. Shampoos at your local Walmart will not work! I highly recommend you to go through Amy's videos, and watch her videos about Shampoos.
Hi Amy, thank you so much for the informative video! I have a Shiloh Shepard with a formidable double coat. How often do you recommend washing?
once a month:)
I own and run a self pet wash in Henderson NV
can I trim my Pomsky?
Karen Carvajal noway 😢 would destroy the coat.
Thank you for such an informative video. My problem hasn't been addressed yet .(I don't think) I have a long coated Shiloh Shepherd who swam all summer in the river. I seldom blew his coat out, mostly towel dried or air dried. As a consequence, the area around his anus and scrotum have developed dreadlocks that are next to impossible to brush out. I was wondering what you would do in this case....cut them out? I ordered some of spray to try, but I am afraid that it is too bad to attempt. Help!
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