How Often Should You Really Brush Your Dog? A Coat-by-Coat Guide
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"Brush your dog regularly" is easy advice to give and hard to follow without knowing what "regularly" actually means for your dog's coat.
What PDSA recommends by coat type
- Long-haired breeds — daily brushing.
- Medium-haired coats — several times a week.
- Short-haired coats — around once a week.
- Poodle-crosses — multiple times a week, due to a higher matting risk.
PDSA also notes that dogs tend to shed more heavily in spring and autumn, so it's worth stepping up the frequency during those seasons regardless of coat type.
What brushing is — and isn't — for
Regular brushing can help manage loose fur and reduce shedding around the home, and can be part of your dog's regular coat-care routine alongside professional grooming when needed. But PDSA is clear on one point: don't tackle established mats at home — that's a job for a professional groomer, since it can be uncomfortable for your dog and hard to do safely yourself.
Our Silken Coat Grooming Brush is a simple addition to that routine maintenance — self-cleaning and gentle enough for regular use, alongside a professional groomer for anything more than everyday shedding.