Why You Shouldn't Shave Double-Coated Dogs dog coat care dog grooming business dog grooming tips double coated dogs Sep 24, 2025

 

Why You Shouldn’t Shave Double-Coated Dogs

It’s the middle of summer. You’re watching your fluffy Husky pant in the heat and think:
“Wouldn’t shaving all that fur keep him cooler?”

It might sound logical — but shaving a double coat can actually do more harm than good.


Why Double Coats Are Con...

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The Ultimate Dog Grooming Length Chart: Never Be Confused at the Groomer Again clipper blade lengths for dogs dog grooming blade chart dog grooming comb guide dog grooming length chart dog haircut chart Sep 12, 2025

 You walk into the grooming salon and say, “I want my dog’s hair short, but not too short.”
Your groomer smiles, nods, and off you go.

A few hours later, your pup comes back looking like a freshly shaved sheep. 😳

Sound familiar? You’re not alone. One of the most common frustrations in the grooming ...

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Why “Daily Brushing” Isn’t Always Enough for Doodles (And How Groomers and Owners Can Work Together) bernadoodle dog grooming tips dooodle brush goldendoodle matted dog Aug 30, 2025

 

Doodles are incredible dogs—smart, loving, and endlessly charming. But let’s be honest: their coats can be a challenge. Every week, groomers hear the same line from frustrated owners:

“I brush her every day! Why are you shaving her?”

And every week, groomers face the same heartbreaking real...

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New Puppy? The UltiMUTT Survival Guide for Your First Weeks Together new puppy puppy care puppy tips puppy training Aug 13, 2025

 

🐾 The UltiMUTT Puppy Survival Guide: Your First Steps to Raising a Happy, Healthy Dog

Bringing home a puppy is one of the most exciting — and let’s be honest, exhausting — things you’ll ever do. That little ball of fur is full of love… and also full of questions:

  • How do I potty train?

  • ...
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The Story Behind Ruffledale Pet Resort and Beyond... dog grooming business entrepreneurship ruffledale small business growth the bark spot Apr 29, 2025

In 2004, I opened the doors to a dream I didn’t even know I had until I met a dog that changed my life. Her name was Dakota

At the time, I had a degree in a completely different field and was managing a health club, preparing to open a gym. But no matter what my “plan” looked like on paper, my hear...

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