Labradoodles are known for their lovely nature and beautiful thick coat that can be styled in many ways. And like all mix breeds you never know which type of coat will prevail and how much of a tight curl your dog will have. Here's a few tips on how to help you with managing their curly locks!

Good brush routine

A good brush routine is something both you and your puppy should get used to very early on. This doesn't have to take a long time but 5 to 10 minutes a few times a week should do it. Buy a slicker brush and a comb and brush your pup in their down time, when they're calmer like in your lap whilst you're watching TV. And of course a little reward goas a long way to help them associate brushing with positive things.

Washing at home

I normally don't recommend washing your dog too often but I appreciate that with the wet and colder months around the corner, it gets harder to keep the house clean. Use a gentle dog shampoo and make sure you brush them out from head to toe when they're drying! This is important to avoid matting.

Professional grooming visits

Most of my clients with either of the breed keep their coats nice and fluffy with a 6-8 week schedule. If you don't have much time to brush your dog regularly or you're simply not to concerned about going short with their grooms, then you can stretch this out to 10 - 12 weeks. Speak to your dog groomer (Dog Hub grooming in Raheny) about what will work best for your and your dogs lifestyle. 

Teeth

Start checking your dogs teeth from when they're puppies. Depending on what food you keep them on, check regularly for signs of any build up on their teeth brown or yellow in colour. Brushing their teeth a few times a week will keep the build up at bay.

Flea / Tick / Worm treatments

Warmer months are when parasites are at their worst so make sure you keep checking your pet for any signs of parasite debris. There are many ways of keeping your pet free of any parasites so find a solution (chemical or natural) that works best for you and your pet.

Vet visits

It is advised that you visit your vet once a year for a general health check. Even if your pet seems healthy, they're professional vets for a reason and might spot something you missed.