Understanding your Labradoodles coat
Labradoodles often have a coat that is a mix of their Labrador Retriever and Poodle heritage, resulting in varying textures and lengths. Some have wavy or curly coats that are prone to matting, while others have a straighter, shaggier look. Before diving into grooming techniques, it’s crucial to understand your Labrado
Labradoodle Coat Types
3 Types of Coats
- Fleece:. This coat type is known for its soft, silky, and flowing texture, with waves or loose curls. It is generally considered allergy-friendly and low-shedding.
- Wool:. This coat is tightly curled and dense, resembling a Poodle's coat. It is often considered the most hypoallergenic of the three coat types.
- Hair:. This coat type is straight and can be wiry or smooth. It is more prone to shedding and may not be suitable for those with severe allergies.
Labradoodle Generation Chart
This chart is an example of the generation breeds. We focus only on this breed, offering the F1b and will be adding the F1 in the near future. Both offer little to zero shedding making them a perfect home for people with allergies.
Grooming and Recommended products
Slicker brushes are essential tools in every groomer's kit. They're crucial for removing mats, and regular usage can prevent mat formation. The brush pad features numerous closely-spaced pins, bent to facilitate deep penetration into the coat.
clippers For grooming your labradoodle - heavy-duty, A5-style clippers with detachable blades are generally recommended. These clippers should be able to handle the thick, often curly, and potentially matted coat of a Labradoodle. Consider clippers with multiple speed settings, as this allows for adjusting the speed based on the coat's thickness and condition.
Slicker brushes are essential tools in every groomer's kit. They're crucial for removing mats, and regular usage can prevent mat formation. The brush pad features numerous closely-spaced pins, bent to facilitate deep penetration into the coat.
Steel Brushes are a beneficial tool in finding mats and help loosen the coat. This type helps loosen mats and breaks up knots. This is one of our favorites and will give your doodle a fluffy and clean looking coat while in between grooming.
clippers For grooming your labradoodle - heavy-duty, A5-style clippers with detachable blades are generally recommended. These clippers should be able to handle the thick, often curly, and potentially matted coat of a Labradoodle. Consider clippers with multiple speed settings, as this allows for adjusting the speed based on the coat's thickness and condition.
Slicker brushes are essential tools in every groomer's kit. They're crucial for removing mats, and regular usage can prevent mat formation. The brush pad features numerous closely-spaced pins, bent to facilitate deep penetration into the coat.