This is one thing I'm worried about with groomers, every time you see them after they've been groomed they look like a different dog. Do you think it's because Groomers don't know what to do with them? Because to me they always look like poodles afterwards. I haven't got my pup yet, but I think I'd be inclined to learn to do it myself....last famous words hahaha watch this space!

I think you are doing a good job by the sounds of it and if you like her coat that length, try and keep it like that. I bet with scissors and thinners and clippers for those areas that need it, it can be achieved. I think I'd use
groomers for a bath every now and then. I bet I'm on here in a few months screaming I can't keep on top it it!

let us know how you get on...xx