🛁 How Often Should You Groom a Goldendoodle? A Complete Guide for Doodle Parents

Standard F1b Goldendoodles

✂️ Goldendoodle Grooming Schedule at a Glance

Grooming Task	How Often?
Brushing	3–5 times per week (daily is best)
Bathing	Every 4–6 weeks
Haircuts / Trims	Every 6–8 weeks
Ear Cleaning	Weekly
Nail Trimming	Every 3–4 weeks
Teeth Brushing	2–3 times per week (daily ideal)

🧼 Why Regular Grooming Is So Important for Goldendoodles

Goldendoodles inherit a mix of Poodle and Golden Retriever coats, which can be wavy, curly, or somewhere in between. Without regular grooming, their hair can mat easily—causing discomfort, skin irritation, and even infections. Plus, keeping up with their grooming helps prevent:

• Painful tangles and knots

• Buildup of dirt and bacteria

• Ear infections (especially in floppy-eared Goldendoodles)

• Overgrown nails that affect walking posture

🐾 How Often Should a Goldendoodle Be Professionally Groomed?

Most Goldendoodles benefit from a professional grooming session every 6 to 8 weeks. These visits usually include a full bath, blow-dry, haircut, nail trim, ear cleaning, and sometimes gland expression.

If your Goldendoodle has a curly, dense, or long coat, they may need more frequent trims or maintenance to prevent matting. Puppies should also be introduced to grooming early (around 12–16 weeks) to build good habits.

What About Brushing at Home?

Brushing is non-negotiable for doodle parents. Aim for at least 3–5 times a week, or daily if your pup has a longer coat. Use a slicker brush and metal comb to get through all layers of their fur, especially around the ears, chest, and legs—where mats tend to sneak in.

Pro tip: Always brush before a bath! Wet mats are much harder (and more painful) to remove.

🧴 Bonus Tip: Coat Type Matters!

Goldendoodles come in a variety of coat types:

• Curly coats (more Poodle-like): Prone to matting, needs more frequent brushing and trims.

• Wavy coats (most common): Moderate maintenance with regular brushing.

• Straight coats (more Retriever-like): Less prone to matting but still benefit from routine grooming.

Knowing your dog’s coat type will help you fine-tune your grooming schedule.

So, how often should you groom a Goldendoodle? The answer depends on your pup’s coat, lifestyle, and activity level—but in general:

• Brush often.

• Bathe every 4–6 weeks.

• Visit a professional groomer every 6–8 weeks.

Regular grooming not only keeps your doodle looking picture-perfect—it keeps them healthy and happy, too. 💛

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