Labrador Retriever
| Coat | Short double coat |
|---|---|
| How often | Brush weekly, more in shedding season; bath as needed |
| Tools | Rubber curry brush, deshedding tool, nail grinder |
| Matting risk | low |
Prep notes
Heavy seasonal shedding. Double coats are usually not shaved.
Tracks to start with
Nails · Paw handling · Brushing
Sources: AKC: Labrador Retriever breed page · AKC: How to Groom a Dog. Frequencies are typical ranges. Your groomer may recommend a different schedule.
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