Loving on Labs: Grooming & Caring for Your Labrador Retriever

Being a Lab parent is a whole experience—equal parts joy, comedy, and non-stop energy. These dogs are loyal to the core, goofy in the best way, and always down for an adventure. Whether they’re zooming through the backyard, swimming at full speed, or following you from room to room like your furry shadow, Labs bring a vibrant, loving energy into your life.

But let’s be real: with all that fun comes a little mess. Muddy paws, wet dog shakes, tumbleweeds of fur floating across the floor—yep, it’s part of the package. That’s why regular grooming is so important for these loveable, high-spirited companions.

If you've ever met a Labrador Retriever, you know—they're basically sunshine wrapped in fur. At our grooming table, Labs are often the tail-wagging MVPs. They’re sweet, easygoing, and somehow always excited for bath time (even if they shake water on everything in sight!).

Labs are the social butterflies of the dog world. They adore people, kids, and other pups, and bring that happy-go-lucky energy to every appointment. Most of the time, they’re trying to sneak kisses or lean into us for an extra snuggle while we work. Honestly, who could resist that?

Grooming a Lab: Low-Maintenance, But Not No-Maintenance

Labradors might not need fancy cuts, but they definitely thrive with regular grooming. That thick double coat? It's made for adventure—but also means major seasonal shedding. With a little routine care, you can keep their coat healthy, your house cleaner, and your pup looking and feeling their best.

Here’s what we recommend to keep your Lab looking like the superstar they are:

🖤 Brush It Out: Aim for weekly brushing—and bump it up during those spring and fall coat explosions. This helps remove dead hair and keeps their skin happy.

🖤 Bath Time: Labs love a good roll in the mud, so a bath every 4–6 weeks is perfect for keeping them fresh, clean, and cuddle-ready.

🖤 Deshedding Treatments: These are a game-changer during shedding season. Trust us, your vacuum will thank you.

🖤 Nail Trims, Ear Cleaning & Teeth Checks: These simple add-ons go a long way in preventing issues and keeping your pup healthy from head to toe.

Your Lab might not need bows or topknots, but they deserve to feel pampered too. Every visit, we treat them like the good dog they are—with plenty of love, care, and maybe a treat or two (okay, definitely a treat or two).

💡 Bonus Tip: Want to know the exact tools and products I recommend for Labs? I’ve made it easy for you—check out my full list of grooming favorites here.

So if your Lab is due for a spa day, we’ve got them covered—brushed, bathed, and belly-rubbed. Because a happy Lab is a clean, comfy Lab!