COAT CARE FOR DOUBLE-COATED DOGS
Just cleaned.
Fur everywhere again?
You love your dog. You’d just like to stop wondering whether you’re using the wrong brush, missing a step, or doing too much.
Start with your dog’s coat. Our free quiz suggests a coat group and gives you a place to begin. Then choose the guidance that fits your dog, before buying another brush.
Find my dog’s coat groupAbout 60 seconds See your result without an email
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And a little less hairy.
THE SHEDDING SEASON PLAN
A brushing routine
you can come back to.
It’s frustrating to finish brushing and still wonder, “Was that enough?” The Shedding Season Plan brings coat-group guidance, starting steps, and printable reminders into one PDF package. Find the section that fits, make a plan for your next session, and keep notes on what you notice.
- The 18-page guideFind your coat-group reference, brushing guidance, and signs that deserve a call to your vet.
- The Ten-Minute StartOpen this first. It points you to a coat-group section and helps you plan your next four care check-ins.
- Five printable cardsKeep reminders beside your brush and record changes without relying on memory.
Digital PDF download
45-day full refund No subscription
Download links are sent by email after payment. Read on your phone or computer; the cards are designed to print.
For double-coated dogs. Use the care plans as starting points and adjust with a qualified groomer. Normal shedding continues; the Plan cannot diagnose or treat hair loss. Check whether it fits your dog.
See the five included cards
- Blow-Coat Wall Card: a reference to keep where you groom.
- 52-Week Shedding Log: record dates and how much loose hair you notice.
- Vet Visit Checklist: organize observations and questions for your vet.
- Deshedding Bath Card: keep the product and care checks nearby.
- Seven-Day Brush Training Card: record seven check-ins at your dog’s pace.
WHAT YOUR DOWNLOAD INCLUDES
Digital PDFs: the guide, Quick Start and five printable cards. Illustrative mockup; download layouts differ.
Browse the contents and resource overviews. Full worksheets are included with your purchase.
A LITTLE KNOW-HOW GOES A LONG WAY
Good questions.
Practical places to begin.
Free guides for the everyday things
that come with sharing a home with a dog.
COAT CARETOOLS & ROUTINES
Before you buy
an undercoat rake.
Understand the tool and the coat it needs to suit.
Read the undercoat rake guide
LIFE AT HOMEFURNITURE & FABRICS
The couch can still
be everyone’s favorite.
Start with your fabric, then find the right cleanup approach.
Read the couch-cleaning guide
THE PERSON BEHIND PAWPAMPERING
Michael Northcutt, PhD
Founder, PawPampering
A HELPFUL START, WITH HONEST LIMITS
Know what the guidance can tell you.
A double coat has an outer coat and an undercoat. Shedding and grooming needs vary by dog. A quiz suggests a group; it cannot assess skin health or predict an exact shedding date.
New bald or patchy areas deserve a call to your vet, even if the skin isn’t red or itchy. This site provides educational guidance, not an examination or diagnosis.
Read more: AKC on managing shedding · VCA on seasonal hair loss and diagnosis.
Who is the Plan for, and who should skip it?
The Plan is mainly for owners of double-coated dogs who want to organize a grooming routine. If your dog has a single or curly coat, most of the seasonal undercoat guidance will not apply. The free coat quiz can suggest a group. If the result is uncertain, ask a qualified groomer before choosing tools or a schedule. Skip it if your current routine already meets your needs or you expect a guide to stop normal shedding.
How and when will I receive the files?
After payment, download links are sent by email. Save the PDFs to your phone or computer, then open the Ten-Minute Start first. You can review the delivery details on the Plan page before purchasing.
Can I use it on my phone, or do I need a printer?
You can read the PDF guide and Quick Start on a phone, tablet, or computer with a PDF reader. The five cards are designed for printing; the wall card and log work best on paper. A printer is not required to read the guide, but access to one helps you use those cards as intended.
Do I need to buy another grooming tool?
Not automatically. The Plan is a digital guide sold separately from physical tools. Its coat-group references help you consider the tools you already have. Buying PawPampering’s rake is not required.
What is included in the $27 Plan?
The 18-page Shedding Season Plan, the two-page Ten-Minute Start, and five printable cards: the Blow-Coat Wall Card, 52-Week Shedding Log, Vet Visit Checklist, Deshedding Bath Card, and Seven-Day Brush Training Card. This is a PDF package, not a video course or a subscription.
What if my download email is missing?
Check spam and the email address used at checkout. If you still cannot find the download, email support@pawpampering.com with your order number or the email address you ordered with. For another order question, replying to your receipt keeps the details together.
How do I request a refund?
Email support@pawpampering.com within 45 days of purchase with your order number or the email address you ordered with. The published policy offers a full refund, no questions asked, and you keep the files. Read the refund policy for the current terms.
Is this veterinary advice?
No. These are educational grooming resources. Contact your veterinarian about new patchy or bald areas, sudden changes in shedding, sore skin, or persistent scratching. Healthy-looking skin alone does not rule out a medical cause.
YOUR NEXT STEP CAN BE A SMALL ONE
Start with the coat.
The rest can follow.
About a minute. No email needed for your result.
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