Grooming Doodles and Curly-Coated Dogs: What to Know

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One Petssible review tells the story of Polo, a Goldendoodle puppy, getting his first-ever grooming visit and puppy trim. Curly and wavy-coated breeds like Polo's need a bit more thought than straight-coated dogs when it comes to grooming.

Why curly coats need extra attention

Curly and wavy coats tend to mat and tangle more easily than straight coats, especially around the ears, legs, and underside where fur rubs together. Regular brushing at home helps, but a professional deshedding visit can work through mats and loose undercoat that brushing alone doesn't fully reach, especially for a doodle-type coat that keeps growing rather than shedding out on its own.

What a first visit for a doodle puppy can look like

For a doodle puppy's first grooming visit, the goal is less about a dramatic trim and more about a calm introduction to being bathed, brushed, and handled. Virginia has helped make first grooming visits calm and positive for nervous or first-time pets, which matters for a curly-coated puppy getting used to the brush and dryer for the first time. From there, regular visits help keep a curly or wavy coat from matting between appointments.

Petssible offers dog grooming and deshedding in El Paso for doodles and other curly-coated breeds. Call or send a request when you're ready to book.