Coat Type

Curly / Poodle-Type Coat Grooming

Single-layer curly or wavy coat that grows continuously and does not shed heavily. These coats are characterized by grows continuously — needs regular clipping and require a low-shedding maintenance routine. At Kay's Groom Room in Seagoville, TX, we groom curly / poodle-type coat dogs using stand dryer for fluff-dry, slicker brush + comb for line-brushing, detail shears for face and feet, plus stand/fluff dryer (not cage-dried — produces tight, uneven finish) for the right finish. A typical appointment runs 90–180 minutes depending on size and mat level and we recommend booking every 4–6 weeks to keep the coat healthy and mat-free. Common breeds with this coat type include Poodle (all sizes), Goldendoodle, Bernedoodle, Maltipoo. Whether you're bringing in a puppy for their first groom or a long-time client for a maintenance visit, every appointment is one-on-one — no other dogs, no rushing, no cages.

Shedding
Low
Frequency
Every 4–6 weeks
Duration
90–180 minutes depending on size and mat level
Tools Used
5 specialty tools

Characteristics

  • Grows continuously — needs regular clipping
  • Mats quickly without brushing
  • Low to no shedding
  • Requires skilled scissor work for polished finishes

Professional tools

  • Stand dryer for fluff-dry
  • Slicker brush + comb for line-brushing
  • Detail shears for face and feet
  • Blender shears for body transitions
  • Clipper with variable guard combs

Technique

Line-brush the entire coat before bathing, bathe with conditioning shampoo, fluff-dry on a stand dryer to lift the curl, clipper body to length, hand-scissor face and feet.

Common breeds with this coat type

Click any breed for a complete grooming guide:

Pricing note

Curly coats are priced higher because skilled scissoring takes longer than clipper-only cuts.

Curly / Poodle-Type Coat — FAQs

Every 4–6 weeks. Sticking to a regular schedule prevents matting, keeps the coat healthy, and makes each appointment shorter and less stressful for your dog.

Book a Curly / Poodle-Type Coat groom

One-on-one, in-home grooming in Seagoville, TX. By appointment only.

Or call (214) 235-5944