Deep undercoat removal with HV drying, deshedding shampoo, and specialized rakes.
From clarifying shampoos to HV drying, GroomBoard is built for the bath-and-dry workflow working groomers actually use.
Deshedding is the signature service for double-coated breeds. It is a 60-90 minute process designed to remove as much dead undercoat as possible without damaging the protective top coat. Done correctly, it reduces shedding at home by 60-80% for 4-6 weeks. Done incorrectly — especially by shaving — it permanently damages the coat. A proper deshed includes a deshedding shampoo that loosens the undercoat, a high-velocity blowout that blasts out loose hair, and a slicker-and-rake session to capture what the HV misses. Seasonal deshedding is the economic backbone of double-coat salons: a single deshed earns 1.5-2x a standard bath, and clients book pre-emptively during spring and fall blowouts if you remind them.
What working groomers run into
The wrong shampoo strips natural oils or leaves residue. Document product choices per pet in their profile so every groomer reaches for the same bottle.
Dogs that arrive matted can double the time it takes to bathe and dry properly. Build variable time buffers into the service so your calendar reflects reality.
Undercoats and dense coats take 30-90 minutes to dry fully. Pets that leave damp develop hot spots and odor within hours.
Why groomers run this service on GroomBoard
Seasonal SMS reminders pre-book spring and fall coat-blow windows
Double-coat "never shave" policy documented per pet
HV dryer appointment duration built into the service — no underestimating drying time
Before-and-after photos capture the visual payoff for clients
Upsell bundle: add a deshed to a regular bath for a $20-40 margin lift
Step by step
A quick rake before the bath removes surface loose hair and makes the HV blowout dramatically more effective.
First shampoo cleans. Second shampoo is the deshedding formula — let it sit 5-10 minutes to loosen the undercoat at the skin.
This is the core of the service. Work methodically from neck to tail, pushing undercoat out in long strokes. Expect 20-30 minutes of HV time.
After the HV, rake once more to catch any holdouts. A slicker brush polishes the top coat. Never use thinning shears or clippers on a double coat.
Show the owner the volume of undercoat removed. Set a recurring appointment 6-8 weeks out for active shedding seasons.
Match the service to the coat. These breed guides go deep on the specific workflow for each.
Every 6 weeks · 3/5 difficulty
Every 6 weeks · 4/5 difficulty
Every 6 weeks · 3/5 difficulty
Every 6 weeks · 4/5 difficulty
Every 8 weeks · 3/5 difficulty
GroomBoard powers grooming businesses across the country. These city guides break down the local market.
A regular bath cleans the coat. A deshed is a deep-clean plus a specialized HV blowout and rake-through designed to remove as much dead undercoat as possible. A deshed takes 45-60 minutes longer and reduces home shedding by 60-80% for a month.
Most double-coated breeds benefit from a deshed every 6-8 weeks. During spring and fall coat-blow seasons (March-April and September-October), every 4-6 weeks is worth it to stay ahead of the shedding.
No. Responsible groomers never shave a double coat. The double coat regulates temperature and protects the skin. Shaving can permanently damage the coat and cause skin problems. Deshedding is the correct solution — it is more work, but it is the right service.
A deshed takes 60-90 minutes versus 30-45 for a regular bath, uses specialized shampoo, and requires 20+ minutes of HV dryer time. The price reflects the time and product difference.
Groomers typically carry 4-6 shampoos: a general-purpose cleanser, a clarifying or deshedding formula, a sensitive-skin option, a medicated or anti-itch option, and a whitening or color-brightening formula for light coats. Track product choices per pet in the profile.
Most working groomers use a tiered pricing structure: base rate for short-coated breeds, a surcharge for double coats (extra drying time), and a further surcharge for long or matted coats. GroomBoard lets you set service variants and add-ons so the price reflects the actual work.
The features working groomers use to keep every service priced right, timed right, and rebooked on rhythm.
Set accurate durations per service so your calendar reflects real time, not guesses.
Automatic reminders keep clients on the right cadence for every service.
Clients self-book the right service with pricing and add-ons visible upfront.
Document product choices, temperament, and photos per pet and per service.
Pricing Index · derived from regional and breed multipliers
That range spans the low end of small short-coated breeds in dry desert regions through the high end of large double-coated breeds in coastal metros. See the full Service × Region and Breed × Service matrices in the Pricing Index.
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