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Practical notes on caring for your pet's coat

Short articles on grooming, coat care and what to expect from regular sessions. Written by the MyKindCoats team — no sponsorships, no product placements.

A Poodle mid-groom at MyKindCoats studio, illustrating coat care frequency

Featured · Coat care

January 20255 min read

How often should you groom your dog? A practical guide by coat type

The answer varies more than most owners expect — a Border Collie and a Poodle have very different needs, and getting the schedule wrong in either direction causes problems.

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Owner calming an anxious dog before a grooming session

Anxious pets

What to do before bringing an anxious dog to the groomer for the first time

A few things you can do at home to make the first visit easier — none of them require special equipment.

February 2025Read
A long-haired cat during a calm grooming session at MyKindCoats

Cat grooming

Grooming a cat that doesn't want to be groomed: what actually helps

Most cats aren't naturally keen on grooming sessions. We share what makes a difference in practice.

March 2025Read
Dog walking through snowy Berlin street with salt-covered pavement

Seasonal care

Dog coat care in Berlin winters: salt, mud and what to do about it

Berlin winters are rough on paws and coats. A few habits that help, and when an express groom is worth booking.

November 2024Read
A puppy having its very first gentle grooming session

Puppies

When should a puppy have their first groom? And what should it look like?

Timing matters more than most new owners realise. Here's what we recommend and what a good first session involves.

December 2024Read