I groom my dogs myself. I keep Rily and Saydee both in a modified lion/schnauzer cut because they have thick cottony coats. Minnie Mia's coat is thinner, so I may let hers grow a little longer. It really depends on how much time you have for daily grooming. I really don't have the time to brush all three dogs the way they would need to be brushed everyday...and I don't show them either. I also like for mine to wear clothes.