Labradoodle dog groomer Berlin: coat, cut and care

A Labradoodle needs to visit the salon every 6 to 8 weeks, and in between, you'll need to brush them several times a week. Their curly coat keeps growing and sheds very little, so loose hair stays trapped in the coat and gets matted. A full groom with us takes 60 to 180 minutes depending on size and starts at 79 €, for large dogs from 209 €. We'll give you the binding price before the appointment, once we've had a chance to feel the coat.

How often does a Labradoodle need to go to the dog groomer?

Every 6 to 8 weeks, just like Poodles, Bichons, and other breeds with continuously growing coats. Between appointments, your brushing routine at home decides whether the haircut can stay long. The PDSA points out that Poodle crosses like Labradoodles shed less hair, but their curly coat mats more quickly, especially when it gets wet.

After rainy walks and baths, the risk of matting increases significantly. Brush them as soon as the coat is dry again. You can compare the frequency for other coat types in our article how often to visit the dog groomer.

Which cut suits a Labradoodle?

The Teddy-Cut is the most popular choice: a round head, an even length on the body, and soft transitions on the legs. You can read how it's done in our article on the Teddy-Cut for Poodles and Doodles. For dogs that run through the woods and mud every day, we go shorter on the belly, inner thighs, and paws.

The crucial areas are the zones that mat first. The American Kennel Club lists the spots behind the ears and under the legs as typical matting zones. We cut shorter there more consistently so the rest of the haircut can stay longer. On the head, we use thinning scissors to thin out individual sections of hair. Hair between the toes mats easily and gets a careful trim at every appointment.

How do you recognise your Doodle's coat type?

You can recognise it by the depth of the curls, the density, and how easily a comb reaches down to the skin. Some Labradoodles have soft waves that are quick to comb through. Others have tightly coiled curls that quickly close up again after combing.

Owners often talk about generations like F1 or F1b. You can't reliably deduce an individual dog's grooming needs from this, which is why we assess every coat on the table. We also check the undercoat, the fine, dense hair beneath the topcoat. This determines the cutting length and the scheduled time. We use the same criteria for Maltipoos and Cavapoos, which you can read about in our article on grooming Maltipoos and Cavapoos.

How to brush your Labradoodle at home

A Doodle's coat needs to be groomed from the skin up. Just brushing over the surface isn't enough, as a layer of matting will be left behind underneath.

1. Work in small sections and lift the coat with your free hand.
2. Pull the brush right through to the skin, just as the American Kennel Club describes for dense coat types.
3. Check your work with a wide-toothed metal comb. If it glides through without snagging, the section is clear.
4. Pay special attention to the ears, armpits, inner thighs and tail.
5. Dry their floppy ears after a bath or a swim. The MSD Veterinary Manual advises keeping ears dry and well-ventilated.
6. Bathe less often than you think, using a dog shampoo and rinsing thoroughly.

How much does grooming a Labradoodle cost in Berlin?

A Full Groom starts at 79 €, and for large dogs, it begins at 209 €. This includes bathing, blow-drying, brushing, a haircut, nails, eyes, paws, ears and the hygiene area. You can find the full list of what is included on the Full Groom page, and all starting prices in the price overview.

Surcharges only apply when necessary. We charge 15 € per 15 minutes started for dematting, as working through tight spots takes extra time on the table. If you just need a quick touch-up between appointments, you can book these via our individual services: nails from 15 €, paws from 18 €, ears from 18 €, eyes from 15 € or the combo package from 45 €. We will give you a binding final price after a personal assessment, before we begin.

How does an appointment at the salon work?

We comb through first, then bathe and blow-dry the coat completely before using scissors. Wet curls do not show the final length, which is why we only cut dry fur. We wash with pH-neutral natural products in the Hydra tub and cut using Aesculap tools.

No one has to lift large Doodles. Our grooming tables are height-adjustable: the table lowers, the dog steps on by themselves, and then it goes up to working height. We take breaks as soon as a dog gets restless and allocate slots without overbooking. You can watch from the outside through the transparent shop window. You can read about how we work with insecure dogs in our article on the anxious dog at the dog groomer.

When is going shorter better than keeping the length?

As soon as the comb can no longer reach the skin in several places, a shorter length is the gentler choice. Combing out tight matting pulls on the skin and takes a lot of time. Before we start, we will talk to you about the length and the time we need to schedule for it.

If the skin is red, has open sores, severe itching or pain when touched, the dog needs to see a vet first. We will continue grooming as soon as the skin can handle it. Our article on preventing matting explains how to avoid tangles in the first place.

Which groomer looks after Doodles?

Doodles and dematting are a speciality of Nata, Master Groomer. Large breeds and Standard Poodles are looked after by Alina, Senior Groomer. For dogs that need a lot of calm, Kristina, Senior Groomer, works in small steps with breaks. When booking online, you choose the package, groomer, day and time yourself.

We are here for you from Tuesday to Saturday, 10 to 18, and closed on Monday and Sunday. The salon is located at Giesebrechtstraße 2, 10629 Berlin, accessible via U7 Adenauerplatz (5 minutes on foot), U1 and U9 Kurfürstendamm (10 minutes). You can park in Giesebrechtstraße and Brandenburgische Straße. We answer questions on 0152 5452 4113 or via WhatsApp. To secure a spot in our calendar, you can directly book an appointment online.