How often should a dog get sanitary trim?
Dorian Auer
2025-08-03 13:19:43
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How often you get your dog’s coat trimmed will depend on lots of things – the lifestyle you lead, how often they get out and about, their age, coat type, breed and more. Some breeds need their coats trimmed every few months, while others can go a bit longer. Depending on your dog’s breed, you may also need to visit a professional groomer to get their coat trimmed or stripped a few times a year. For breeds such as German Shepherds and spaniels with medium-length hair, you may need to brush a little more frequently, and visit a professional groomer to get their coat trimmed or stripped a few times a year. Dogs with an undercoat or a lot of excess hair may benefit from hand stripping, a process where the undercoat of a dog’s hair is removed using a hand stripping tool. For pet parents of long-haired breeds, you will need to think about much more regular grooming, and how often you get your dog’s coat trimmed will depend on the lifestyle you lead. Some different short hair breeds may need their undercoat to be trimmed.