The Wash Table
All lessons
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 1
What makes curly and doodle coats mat so readily?
Curly and doodle coats mat readily because loose hairs stay trapped in curls instead of falling away.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 2
How do you tell a curly, wavy and fleece coat apart?
Curly, wavy and fleece coats differ in curl tightness, texture, density and how they hold loose hair.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 3
What brushing routine keeps a curly coat mat-free?
A curly coat stays mat free with short, frequent combing to the skin, section by section, before tangles tighten.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 4
How do you bath a curly coat without felting it?
Bath a curly coat without felting by combing first, using lukewarm water, and avoiding rubbing and tangling.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 5
How do you dry a curly coat for a soft finish?
Dry a curly coat for a soft finish by blotting first, drying in sections, and combing only when the coat is dry.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 6
How do you clip a curly coat at an introductory level?
Clip a curly coat at an introductory level with clean tools, an even guard, and short passes that follow the coat.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 7
How do you keep a doodle coat between professional grooms?
Keep a doodle coat between professional grooms with frequent combing, friction spot checks, and a maintainable length.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 8
What lengths and guards suit a pet curly coat?
Pet curly coats suit guards that leave a maintainable length, chosen for coat density, lifestyle, and combing routine.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 9
How do you groom a poodle-type coat at home?
Groom a poodle-type coat at home with thorough combing, gentle bathing, even clipping, and a maintainable pet length.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 10
How do you groom a doodle coat with mixed texture?
Groom a mixed texture doodle coat by mapping each area separately and matching combing, length and care to what you find.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 11
What mistakes make curly coats mat faster?
Curly coats mat faster when tangles are bathed over, brushed only on the surface, or rubbed dry while damp.
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Curly and Doodle Coats · Lesson 12
When should a curly coat go to a groomer?
A curly coat should go to a groomer when mats are tight, the length is unmanageable, or shaping and safety need skilled hands.
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Long and Silky Coats · Lesson 1
What defines a long and silky coat?
A long and silky coat is defined by length, fine soft texture, flowing movement, and a tendency to tangle at friction points.
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Long and Silky Coats · Lesson 2
What daily and weekly routine suits a long coat?
A long coat suits a short daily check, a thorough weekly comb through, and regular checks after walks and baths.
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Long and Silky Coats · Lesson 3
How do you brush a long coat without breakage?
Brush a long coat without breakage by working from the ends inwards, holding the base, and using gentle, short strokes.
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Long and Silky Coats · Lesson 4
How do you bath and condition a long coat at home?
Bath and condition a long coat at home by combing first, washing gently, rinsing fully, and drying completely.
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Long and Silky Coats · Lesson 5
How do you dry a long coat straight enough to check for mats?
Dry a long coat straight enough to check for mats by drying in sections, lifting the hair gently, and combing when fully dry.
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Long and Silky Coats · Lesson 6
How do you keep feathering and skirts tidy?
Keep feathering and skirts tidy with gentle combing after walks, debris removal by hand, and a length you can maintain.
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Long and Silky Coats · Lesson 7
How do you trim a long coat at an introductory level?
Trim a long coat at an introductory level by tidying ends, keeping lengths balanced, and leaving shaping to a groomer.
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Long and Silky Coats · Lesson 8
What patterns suit spaniel-type coats at home?
Spaniel-type coats at home suit a tidy pet pattern that keeps feathering flowing, ears clear, and the body neat.