A DOG groomer has dished the details on the pets that may take some extra patience to work with.
She complained about a breed that is so high maintenance, they could cause stress for anyone who isn’t ready for them.
Emma Badgley aired out her concerns in a post on social media platform Quora.
When it comes to dog breeds, Badgley pays extra attention to their behavior.
She also addressed difficulties that some people may face when working with certain canines.
“Any untrained or unsocialized dog is going to make the job harder, no matter the breed,” she said.
“Dogs with anxiety, behavioral issues, or health concerns are also stressful.”
Badgley spilled the beans on dogs she preferred to steer clear from.
Doodles — a breed mixed with poodles — were a repeat offender for her.
“Doodles are usually difficult for a few reasons, but mostly because doodle owners are ignorant to just how high maintenance this mixed breed is,” she said.
“No matter what type of doodle — goldendoodle, bernadoodle, saint berdoodle — their coats need to be cared for at home, in between frequent grooms.”
She said that she’s encountered quite a few bad cases due to owner negligence.
“Some of the most matted dogs I’ve ever groomed or seen being groomed have been doodles,” she said.
“And because they’re a mix of high energy, large breeds, it can make an already dangerous process that much more stressful.”
Badgley also pointed out some dog breeds that can be a bit too anxious for most.
Some are even known for their menacing appearance, but the dog groomer maintains that they are anxiety-ridden.
“Huskies and German Shepherds are some of the most anxious breeds I’ve ever groomed,” she said.
“Extra large, double-coated breeds, such as Samoyeds, Newfoundlands, Great Pyranees, et cetera are a LOT of work.
“And [they’re] exceptionally more difficult if they’re not completely relaxed and used to the grooming process.”
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that no matter what kind of dog you have, it’s important to check on the ingredients in the grooming products you use.
“The FDA does regulate medicated shampoos but does not regulate ‘cosmetic’ shampoos for animals,” the FDA website reads.
This makes it all the more essential to go to a certified dog groomer and to understand the breed before making the four-legged addition to the family.
