Breed-Specific Grooming Tips: What Your Dog Really Needs

Pooch advice for every coat type

Every dog deserves grooming that suits their unique coat, skin, and personality. Whether your pup is a sleek Greyhound or a fluffy Samoyed, choosing the right Aussie Pooch Direct products makes all the difference. 

Short-Coated Breeds

  • Low maintenance, but not no maintenance.
  • Examples: Staffy, Beagle, Boxer, Labrador Retriever, Doberman, Great Dane
  • Needs: Weekly brushing, occasional baths, deodorising sprays

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Curly & Wavy-Coated Breeds

  • Curls need care to stay bouncy and mat-free.
  • Examples: Poodle, Cavoodle, Labradoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, Lagotto Romagnolo
  • Needs: Frequent brushing, detangling, curl-friendly shampoo

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Long-Coated Breeds

  • Glamorous coats need daily TLC.
  • Examples: Golden Retriever, Maltese, Afghan Hound, Yorkshire Terrier, Shih Tzu
  • Needs: Daily brushing, conditioning, seasonal shedding support

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Double-Coated Breeds

  • Thick coats = serious shedding.
  • Examples: Border Collie, German Shepherd, Husky, Samoyed, Akita
  • Needs: Deep brushing, moisture-balancing shampoos, seasonal deshedding

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Wire-Coated & Terrier Breeds

  • Tough texture, tender care.
  • Examples: Schnauzer, Fox Terrier, Cairn Terrier, Airedale, Scottish Terrier
  • Needs: Hand-stripping or slicker brushing, texture-preserving shampoo

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Hairless & Sensitive Skin Breeds

  • Skin is the star—protect it well.
  • Examples: Chinese Crested, Xoloitzcuintli, Whippet, Italian Greyhound
  • Needs: Gentle cleansing, moisturising, sun protection

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Floppy-Eared Breeds

  • Ears need extra love.
  • Examples: Cocker Spaniel, Basset Hound, Beagle, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
  • Needs: Regular ear cleaning, tear stain care, coat maintenance

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Pro Tip: Not sure what your dog needs? Aussie Pooch Direct’s curated grooming bundles make it easy to match products to your pup’s coat type and lifestyle.

Contact us today on 07 3888 7111 or email aussiepoochdirect@aussiepm.com.au, and we will help guide you through the best products for your pooch.