Hello everyone! Bella is just over 8 months old and I have let her hair grow up to this point with the exception of a couple trims at the groomers. She has gotten some mats around her legs and under her chest that I can't get out. Should I have the groomers try to get the mats out or do you think I should have her hair shaved short and let it grow longer? Wouldn't it be better for her hair to be more silky and grow a nice coat if I shave it down to get rid of all the puppy fur and mats and then let it grow? Her hair now is kind of cottony from the puppy hair. I'm new to this so any advise is truly appreciated. What does everyone think?