How to Brush a Doodle: Best Slicker Brush, Tools & Techniques to Prevent Shaving

Brushing a Doodle the right way can mean the difference between a comfortable coat—and an unexpected shave at the groomer.

In this quick, practical episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I walk you through exactly how to brush your Doodle properly, which tools actually work, and why so many well-meaning Doodle parents are shocked to hear, “We had to shave them.”

I answer the most common grooming questions I hear from Doodle parents every single day and break down what groomers are really looking for when they assess a coat.

In this episode, I cover:

• The best slicker brush for Doodles and how to use it correctly
• What makes a grooming kit Doodle-appropriate
• How often Doodles really need brushing and grooming
• Why groomers find mats even when parents brush daily
• When and how to use detanglers properly
• Whether Doodles can air dry after a bath
• Which haircut choices require the least brushing
• How to keep your Doodle’s coat healthy, comfortable, and pain-free

This episode is especially helpful if you’re brushing or grooming:
 Goldendoodles, Bernedoodles, Labradoodles, Sheepadoodles, Aussiedoodles, Cockapoos, Cavapoos, Maltipoos, Australian Labradoodles, Cobberdogs, Portuguese Water Dogs, Mini Doodles, and Poodle mixes of all kinds.

🐾 Important reminder:
Brushing isn’t just cosmetic. It protects your dog from discomfort, skin issues, and stressful grooming experiences.

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Next listen:
Want to understand what groomers wish every Doodle parent knew? Listen to “What Groomers Wish You Knew About Your Doodle” for a behind-the-scenes look at the grooming industry.

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Corinne Gearhart is the founder of The Doodle Pro®, a science-based training platform helping Doodle parents raise calmer, well-mannered dogs using positive reinforcement. She is the host of The Doodle Pro® Podcast and author of Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint™.

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