Woofie’s of the Denver Foothills offers a bit of insight into the true grooming requirements of some very beloved and popular dog breeds.
If you’re thinking about adopting a new puppy or dog, there are many needs to be considered. These usually begin with size, energy level, and temperament. However, many new dog owners realize they neglected to factor in an important requirement: grooming and coat maintenance.
The great news is that many dog breeds are naturally low-maintenance, remaining comfortable and healthy with basic brushing and an occasional bath. Others, however, have coats that quickly mat, trap debris, and require fairly frequent professional grooming. This can become an issue of time commitment, as well as an unthought-of monthly expense.
Woofie’s mobile groomers in Denver help families across the Foothills area keep their dogs clean, healthy, and tangle-free. Our convenient mobile dog grooming is perfect for busy dog-loving families, whether their dog requires monthly maintenance of less-frequent visits. If you’re considering adopting a dog in the Denver Foothills area, here’s what you should know before committing to a high-maintenance coat.
Dog Grooming Denver: Why Are Some Dogs’ Coats More Difficult?
The biggest difficulty or expense factor for difficult dog coats is type. Dogs with curly, long, double, or corded coats are very likely to tangle and mat. These dogs tend to become matted in areas, such as collar lines, bellies, and armpits.
At Woofie’s, we know that while tangles and mats might seem like a cosmetic issue, they are so much more. Matted coats can pull on skin, causing irritation and pain. Worse still, matted coats hide hot spots and trap moisture that can lead to skin infections. When a dog’s coat falls into a state of severe matting, grooming appointments take longer and can be quite uncomfortable.
Professional groomers tend to see the same coat types again and again when it comes to matting, mostly because owners don’t realize how much at-home brushing is required between appointments.
Which Dog Breed Coats Are Most Difficult to Groom?
These dog breeds are widely known among professional groomers for being uncommonly challenging to maintain – both professionally and at home. If you’re planning to adopt one of these breeds (or a breed mixed with them), you should know that they will require frequent at-home brushing and professional care every four to six weeks.
- Poodles
- Doodles (Goldendoodles, Labradoodles, Bernedoodles, etc.)
- Shih Tzus
- Bichon Frises
- Maltese
- Yorkies
- Lhasa Apsos
- Chow Chows
- Afghan Hounds
- Pulis
- Komondors
If a high-maintenance coat is too much for your time and pocketbook, there are lots of dog breeds that are easier to maintain from a grooming standpoint. This includes the history-making winning breed of 2026 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the Doberman Pinscher.
Or consider one of these!
- Beagle
- Boxer
- Boston Terrier
- Greyhound
- Dalmatian
- Bull Terrier
- Vizsla
As professional groomers in Denver, we must stress that just because a dog’s coat is low-maintenance, it doesn’t mean that dogs are overall a low-maintenance time investment. All dogs require routine baths, ear cleaning, and nail trimming. And some dogs with short coats can have skin sensitivities that require more frequent care than what is typical of their breed.
No Matter Your Dog’s Grooming Needs, Woofie’s Can Help!
Whether your dog requires seasonal professional grooming or more frequent grooming visits, Woofie’s is here to help lighten your load. Our mobile groomers in Denver are experienced with all types of breeds and coats.
Not only that, but our mobile groomers are fantastic with special needs dogs that require care at home due to age, mobility issues, or those who hate car rides to the traditional groomer. We also offer a Denver puppy grooming package to get your new addition started on the right paw, no matter their breed or coat type.
For busy families, our Denver mobile grooming is a total game-changer. Dogs and their humans are howling about Woofie’s of the Denver Foothills.
And we’re not just Denver dog groomers! We serve the Foothills region, including Golden, Arvada, Morrison, Littleton, Lakewood, and beyond!
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Schedule your appointment today and treat your pooch to the pampering they truly deserve with Woofie’s of the Denver Foothills!