Summer grooming and skin care for your dog in Amsterdam

Summer grooming keeps your dog cool and comfortable by removing dead undercoat, preventing mats and caring for sensitive skin during the warmest months.

Why summer coat care matters

As the weather warms up, your dog sheds the winter coat for a lighter summer coat. Dead hair caught in the coat can form mats that trap heat and cause itching. Regular brushing removes this loose hair and helps your dog stay comfortable, especially breeds with a dense undercoat such as doodles and poodles.

Skin folds and sensitive skin in summer

Breeds with skin folds, like the English Bulldog and French Bulldog, need extra care in warm weather. Moisture builds up between the folds and can lead to irritation or infection. Clean the folds daily and dry them well. If the skin stays red or has an unpleasant smell, we are happy to advise and, where needed, refer you to your vet.

Our grooming salon in Amsterdam

At Het Vachtje on the Haarlemmerdijk, our grooming salon has experience with sensitive-skin breeds, including dogs with recurring skin issues. We remove the dead undercoat so the coat can breathe again and advise on a grooming routine that suits your dog. English-speaking help is always available, in the shop and by email.

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How often should I brush my dog in summer?

For dogs with a dense undercoat, daily to several times a week. This removes dead hair before it forms mats that trap heat.

Should I shave my dog for summer?

For some breeds this helps, for others the coat protects against sun and heat. We advise per breed, so ask us before shaving.

How do I care for skin folds?

Clean the folds daily and dry them well. Trapped moisture is the main cause of irritation and infection in warm weather.

Do you offer grooming in English?

Yes. Our team and grooming salon in Amsterdam help you in English, both in the shop and by email.

When should I see a vet instead?

If the skin stays red, has open spots or an unpleasant smell, a vet is the safer choice. We are happy to point you in the right direction.

Need advice? Visit us or order online

Not sure which product suits your dog this summer? Visit us at Haarlemmerdijk 97-105 in Amsterdam or call 020 341 33 63. English-speaking help is always available.