German Shepherd grooming

Brush 2–3× per week; daily during shedding season

Tools you'll need

  • · Slicker brush
  • · Undercoat rake
  • · Deshedding tool
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Never do

  • · Shave unless medically required

3 curated videos

DesheddingBrushing· beginner

Easiest Way to Deshed Any Dog at Home

Go Groomer · 16:40

Professional groomer shows safe at-home undercoat removal using basic tools — perfect for double-coated breeds like Huskies.

DesheddingBrushing· beginner

How to Deshed a Double Coat

1st508th Airborne · 2:57

Why you should never shave double-coated dogs, plus the best brushes and technique for Huskies, Malamutes, and Shepherds.

Nail Trimming· beginner

The Nail Trimming Guide for Dogs Who Hate It

McCann Dog Training · 20 min

Step-by-step positive nail trimming — build confidence, avoid the quick, and keep sessions calm.

Pro tips

  • · Brush against the grain to loosen undercoat, then with the grain to remove
  • · Watch for hot spots during heavy shed — keep skin dry and brushed