Coat Type

Double Coat Grooming

Thick undercoat plus longer guard hairs. Heavy seasonal shedders. These coats are characterized by two layers: dense undercoat + longer guard hairs and require a heavy-shedding maintenance routine. At Kay's Groom Room in Seagoville, TX, we groom double coat dogs using high-velocity dryer (essential), undercoat rake, slicker brush, plus high-velocity forced-air dryer (critical for undercoat removal) for the right finish. A typical appointment runs 75–150 minutes and we recommend booking every 6–8 weeks plus extra de-sheds in shedding season to keep the coat healthy and mat-free. Common breeds with this coat type include Pomeranian, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Husky. 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
Heavy
Frequency
Every 6–8 weeks plus extra de-sheds in shedding season
Duration
75–150 minutes
Tools Used
4 specialty tools

Characteristics

  • Two layers: dense undercoat + longer guard hairs
  • Heavy seasonal shedding (spring and fall)
  • Weather-regulating — do NOT shave short
  • Needs de-shedding, not haircuts

Professional tools

  • High-velocity dryer (essential)
  • Undercoat rake
  • Slicker brush
  • Deshedding tool (used sparingly)

Technique

Pre-brush to loosen undercoat, bathe with deshed shampoo, high-velocity dry to blow out the undercoat, final rake, tidy scissoring on feet and sanitary.

Common breeds with this coat type

Click any breed for a complete grooming guide:

PomeranianGerman ShepherdGolden RetrieverHuskySamoyedAustralian Shepherd

Pricing note

Priced by the time-intensive de-shed process, not by haircut work.

Double Coat — FAQs

Every 6–8 weeks plus extra de-sheds in shedding season. Sticking to a regular schedule prevents matting, keeps the coat healthy, and makes each appointment shorter and less stressful for your dog.

Book a Double Coat groom

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

Or call (214) 235-5944