Grooming for tangle-prone coats
Doodle and curly coat grooming in Tallahassee, priced plainly.
Curly coats keep growing and tangle at the skin, so they need frequent brushing and professional trimming. Groomers take extra time with them, which is why the price is higher.
What goes into the price of a curly-coat groom.
Doodles are popular family dogs in the Tallahassee area. After a muddy romp in a park or yard, their coats can turn to felt if left untended.
- The condition of the coat comes first. Daily or weekly brushing keeps mats from forming and the bill down.
- Size ranges from mini to standard, and the price tracks size.
- A long, fluffy style needs more time and scissor work than a short, simple cut.
- Face, ear and foot shaping is detail work that is sometimes charged as an add-on.
- Dogs that go to lakes and creeks pick up silt, so ask for a thorough rinse and dry.
- Booking every four to six weeks usually costs less over a year than waiting until the coat is tangled.
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Before you book.
How much does doodle grooming cost in Tallahassee?
Usually $80 to $170, depending on size, coat condition and cut. Matted coats cost more.
How often should a doodle go to the groomer?
Every four to six weeks is common. Brush at home several times a week, especially behind the ears and under the legs.
Why not just shave the whole coat?
Sometimes that is the kindest fix for a severely matted dog. For a healthy coat, a trimmed length often keeps comfort and protection together.
Is a mobile groomer a good choice for doodles?
It can be, since drying and brushing take time and your dog stays in a calm place. It usually costs more than a salon.
More grooming guides.
Full groom
One appointment covers bath, dry, haircut, nails and ears for a tidy dog.
De-shedding
A conditioning bath and power dry that pulls out loose undercoat before it lands on the floor.
Bath and brush
A wash, dry and brush-out that leaves your dog fresh, with no new haircut.