Doodles have exploded in popularity over the past decade, with breeders creating âno-shedâ versions of our favourite breedsâthink Goldendoodles, Bernedoodles, Labradoodles, Sheepadoodles ⦠the list goes on! Theyâre definitely cute, but donât forget: Doodles need regular grooming, which can get expensive. I probably spend more time and money on Zoe, my Poodle/Bernese mix (with a little Australian Labradoodle thrown in), than I do on the rest of my family combined. Unless you really know what youâre doing, your best bet is to head to a well-referred groomer. Since Doodles donât shed, they need to be bathed, brushed and trimmed so that their fur doesnât grow too long and mat. Between grooming appointments, brushing your dog is essential to reduce matting. And, as beauty isnât everything in life, itâs important to do your research when youâre looking for your ideal Doodle; they can have wildly different personalities, and many require generous lifetime servings of exercise and stimulation. A good breederâor a responsible person in a good shelterâwill work with you to find the perfect dog to suit your lifestyle. (Julie Matlin)
Grooming your (wonderful!) Doodle
August 11, 2019