Learn How to Groom Dogs: Do It Yourself Dog Grooming Guides for Specific Breeds

All dog breeds require a certain amount of grooming. I don’t know of a breed that doesn’t need bathing from time to time, some a lot more than others.  But when you look at the stats, it’s amazing to see how many different dog breeds require extensive grooming and of course clipping.

We are currently adding to our tips for different dog breeds, but so far, you can find the following comprehensive list of articles that feature grooming specifics on the listed breeds.

Dog Breeds that Require Extensive Grooming

• Airedale Terrier Grooming Guide
• Bedlington Terrier Grooming
• Bichon Frise – grooming tips, books & equipment needed
• Border Collies – grooming at home
• Chow Chow – grooming tips & tools
• Cockapoos
  • Cockapoo Grooming – includes link to DVD collection
  • Cockapoo Haircuts – includes video
• Cocker Spaniel – the comprehensive guide
• German Shepherds – managing the German Shepherd Coat
• Goldendoodles
  • Goldendoodles – watch a Goldendoodle being clipped
  • Best Goldendoodle hairstyles
• Golden Retriever Grooming – Includes video
• Havanese Grooming Tips – Books, Video, Tools
• Husky Grooming – includes videos
• Labradoodle – includes book, video & links to tools
• Maltese
  • Maltese Grooming – includes link to DVD
  • Maltese Haircuts – includes videos showing popular haircuts for the Maltese breed.
• Papillon Grooming Routine
• Pekingese Grooming Tips
• Pomeranians
  • Pomeranian Grooming – includes link to DVD on grooming Poms
  • Pomeranian Haircuts – includes video on the Lion Cut
• Poodle – includes link to DVD & an additional DVD collection
• Schnauzer – includes link to DVD
• Shih Tzu
  • Shih Tzu Grooming – watch video plus find link to DVD
  • Shih Tzu Haircuts
• Welsh Terrier Grooming Guide – includes video
• Westie Grooming – includes link to DVD
• Yorkie Grooming

Keep posted for additional articles as they are added.

Here are some of our favorite books to get you started:

The All-Breed Dog Grooming Guide is an essential, easy-to-follow reference for grooming techniques across many breeds, perfect for beginners and experienced groomers alike.

The Everything Dog Grooming Book is a fun, friendly guide packed with tips and techniques to help keep your dog looking its best.

DIY Dog Grooming, From Puppy Cuts to Best in Show walks you through easy, step-by-step grooming techniques from bathing and brushing to trimming and coat care, perfect for hands-on dog owners.