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How often should your dog be groomed?

Every 6 weeks is typical, and anywhere from 3 weeks to 3 months is common.

For many dogs, a bath and trim every four to eight weeks is typical, depending on the coat. Nails and ears often need attention every three to four weeks. Cats mostly need brushing at home, with a groomer when mats need care.

People often come sooner with

  • Coats that keep growing, like poodles and doodles
  • Shedding seasons in spring and fall
  • Long coats that mat

And later with

  • Short, smooth coats
  • Regular brushing at home

Ask your groomer

This is a typical range, not advice for you. Your groomer will suggest what fits you, and it often changes as you do.

Where this comes from

  1. American Kennel Club. How to groom a Standard Poodle. Poodles should be bathed and trimmed about every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on brushing and preferred coat length.
  2. American Kennel Club. How to groom a Labrador Retriever. Mostly indoor Labs can be bathed every 4 to 6 weeks, nails ground every 3 to 4 weeks, and the coat should never be clipped.
  3. American Kennel Club. How often should you wash your dog? Groomers quoted by the AKC suggest bathing medium and large coats anywhere from weekly to every 4 to 6 weeks, with ears and nails done monthly.
  4. ASPCA. Cat grooming tips. Most cats need brushing once or twice a week and nail trims about every 10 to 14 days, with baths only when needed.

Checked October 24, 2026 · Each source was read before this page went up. Spotted something out of date? Write to us