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@rtubbs You are the groomer and get to decide what grooming you are willing to do. He can charge $100 an hour to demat, but that doesn't mean you have to provide that service. He will not want to pay the bill if a dog bites you because of the pain of dematting (he is not putting himself at...

@esmerelda Do you know of any groomers or poodle people in your area that might have some shampoo and conditioner you can use? Offer to pay for the product of course. Depending on the salon, them might allow you to bathe her there for a small fee. A local grooming group might be your best bet if...

@badasin22 I probably wouldn't. It doesn't sound like she is really comfortable with the level of activity in the house, and that isn't something that is really going to settle down anytime soon. She would likely be happier in a home without young kids or maybe even no kids and just less...

@musha Harnesses distribute the weight across the body, so it is easier for dogs to pull. Dogs can 100% learn to loose leash walk while wearing a harness. Collars put all the pressure onto the neck which can cause damage, especially if they pull. Dogs don't automatically pull when in a harness...

@dtrpogod A 10 would be fine. It is pretty short, and some dogs may like a sweater in cooler weather. If you want to try different lengths, get a set of guard combs. Depending on the set, there are usually 8 that have 1/8 inch increments. They can be used under a 10 blade, but a 30 tends to be...

@thewordgirl Some rescues use foster homes for the animals. It can vary from the rescue only using foster homes (not actual shelter facility), to shelters that use fosters to give the dogs a break from the shelter or for medical recovery. If the rescue only uses foster homes, then the dog...