GROOMING

Bernedoodles require diligent maintenance of their beautiful coats. I do all grooming myself at home, but it is not a job for the faint of heart. These pups have “hair” that grows, like human hair, rather than “fur” that sheds and requires little maintenance. Weekly brushing, monthly baths, and full haircuts every few months with sanitary trims in between are all things to expect with this breed. Equip yourself with some brushes and combs, and either be prepared to learn how to groom them at home or be willing to spend up to $100 or more each time they visit a grooming salon.

This breed is typically considered hypoallergenic, but it depends on each dog and the genes that were passed down. We are fortunate enough that neither Dixie nor Chester are big shedders! We get dust bunnies (they lose some hair just like us humans do), but no visible dog hair on our clothing, furniture, or hands after petting them. Their puppies are a cross between F1 and F1bb which means they are likely to have a higher percentage of poodle in them, and will have inherited genes that indicate low shedding. I am confident that our puppies are likely be low- to non-shedding like their parents.

For their first few times getting groomed, I recommend taking them to a professional groomer. They have experience keeping dogs calm and dealing with all sorts of dogs, of all ages. Bring them in around 5 or 6 months old. If you plan on eventually grooming at home, feel free to reach out to me. I would love to help you figure out what you need to get setup and started!