Short coats
Labradors, Beagles and desert dogs
A bath every four to six weeks (every two to three in summer), a brush weekly, and a professional groom every eight to twelve weeks for nails, ears and a deshed.
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- Motor City
- Every coat
- Its own routine
- The price
- Agreed before we start
- Before every groom
- A health evaluation
Dog grooming: What's in a grooming visit
Dog grooming will be available at our Motor City clinic, and depending on the coat, a grooming visit includes:
- A bath and a blow-dryWith a gentle dog shampoo, then dried right through to the undercoat.
- Trimming and stylingBy breed, or a practical summer cut.
- A deshedFor double coats and heavy shedders.
- Nails and earsTrimmed, checked and cleaned.
- Anal glandsExpressed when it's needed.
- Medicated bathsFor skin conditions, when our vets recommend one.
How often: How often to groom, by coat
Every coat needs its own routine. Find yours below, or look up your dog's breed guide.
Double coats
Huskies, German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers and Pomeranians
Never shave a double-coated dog: the undercoat protects them from heat as well as cold, and shaving can damage the coat for good. Brush two to three times a week, with a professional deshed every six to eight weeks, and every four to six from May to September.
Curly and wool coats
Poodles, Bichons Frises and Doodles
A professional groom every four to six weeks, and brushing every day or two in between, because these coats mat easily in the humidity.
Wire coats
Schnauzers
Hand-stripping or clipping every six to eight weeks.
Long coats
Maltese, Shih Tzus and Yorkshire Terriers
A brush every day, and a professional groom every four to six weeks. A shorter summer cut is a sensible choice.
Flat-faced breeds
Bulldogs, Pugs and French Bulldogs
Clean and dry their facial folds every day, bathe every three to four weeks, and keep an eye on their ears.
Older dogs: stiff joints make long grooms hard work. Shorter, more frequent grooms, with a non-slip mat and breaks to stretch, keep them comfortable.
May to September: Grooming through a Dubai summer
From May to September, a dog's coat is their main defence against the heat, but only if it is looked after. A matted or dirty coat traps heat instead of letting it out.
- Deshed, don't shave. For double coats, a professional deshed takes out the loose undercoat and keeps the guard hairs that shield the skin from the sun. Every four to six weeks through the hot months.
- A summer cut, for coats that keep growing. Poodles, Maltese, Bichons and Doodles can go shorter for summer, which cuts the bulk and still protects the skin. We agree the length with you.
- Baths. Sand, swimming and sweaty paw pads mean more baths in summer, usually every two to three weeks, with a gentle pet shampoo. Do not use human shampoo, because it strips the coat's natural oils, and too many baths dry the skin.
- Paws. Press the back of your hand on the pavement for seven seconds. If it is too hot for you, it is too hot for their paws: on a hot day, pavement can burn paws in about a minute. Rinse the sand off after walks.
- Ears. Swimming and humidity raise the risk of ear infections. Dry the ears after every swim. Floppy-eared breeds, such as Cocker Spaniels and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, are most at risk.
Between grooms: At home, between grooms
- Brushing. As often as the coat needs, from weekly for short coats to daily for long and curly ones.
- Mats. Never cut a mat out with scissors. The skin tents up into the mat, and it's easy to cut it by mistake. Book a groom instead.
- Nails. A trim every two to four weeks, with clippers made for dogs, a little at a time. On pale nails you can see the pink quick; on dark nails, stop as soon as you see a dark dot in the middle of the cut end.
- Ears. Check them once a week for redness, a smell or discharge, and clean them when they need it.
- Paws. Check the pads after every walk for cuts, burns or anything stuck between the toes.
- After every bath. Dry thoroughly, down to the undercoat, the ears and between the toes. In the humidity, a damp coat can turn into hot spots (sore, inflamed patches of skin).
And a good groomer is a second pair of eyes. At Paws & Co, what they find goes on your dog's record. How a groom works
Your dog's first groom: First groom, and on the day
Puppies
Your dog's first groom
A puppy can come in once their puppy vaccinations are done. The first visit is short and gentle: a bath, a brush, a nail trim, and plenty of time to get used to the sounds and the table. Handling their paws, ears and mouth at home before then makes it easier.
On the day
Before you come
Walk your dog before you come, and tell us about anything that's changed since their last visit: a lump, a sore spot, a change in appetite. Your vet sees what the groomer finds, too.
Dog grooming: Common questions
How much does dog grooming cost in Dubai?
It depends on the coat and the size. We agree the groom and the price with you before we start, and members pay member prices.
How often should I get my dog groomed?
It depends on the coat. Short coats every eight to twelve weeks, double and wire coats every six to eight weeks, and curly, wool and long coats every four to six weeks.
Should I shave my double-coated dog in the summer?
No. The undercoat protects them from heat as well as cold, and shaving can damage the coat for good. A professional deshed, every four to six weeks from May to September, is the better way to keep them cool.
How often should I bathe my dog in summer?
Usually every two to three weeks, with a gentle pet shampoo. Do not use human shampoo, because it strips the coat's natural oils, and too many baths dry the skin.
Can I trim my dog's nails at home?
Yes, every two to four weeks. Take off a little at a time and stay clear of the quick. If your dog won't have it, a groom takes care of it.
At what age can a puppy be groomed?
A puppy can have their first groom once their puppy vaccinations are complete. The first groom is short and gentle, to get them used to it.
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This page is general advice. It cannot replace a vet seeing your pet.