Dog Grooming & Coat Care Blog | Martina Waterman

Pomeranian with Alopecia X showing hair loss and darkened skin across the body and back legs
Alopecia X, the Skin Barrier & What the Skin Is Trying to Tell You
When hair loss is more than just a coat problem Most of us have had one on the table: a dog with patchy, symmetrical hair loss and skin that's gone... Read more...
Hand holding a Martina Waterman Revive dog bath bomb over a grooming bath
Beyond the Fizz: What Does the Science Actually Tell Us About Canine Bath Bombs?
September 15, 2026 Bath bombs are usually associated with relaxation, fragrance and a satisfying burst of fizz. But when we look at them through the lens of canine skin and... Read more...
Illustration of a dog sniffing the pavement beside car exhaust fumes on a city street
Our Dogs Are Living in a More Polluted World. What Does That Mean for Their Skin?
New veterinary research on the canine exposome asks whether modern dogs' skin barriers are being compromised by pollution, chemicals and urbanisation — and what that means for grooming. Read more...
Groomer parting a grey curly dog coat to inspect the skin underneath
Reading the Coat: How to Read a Dog's Coat Before You Bathe
Good grooming starts before the bath. Learn how to observe, feel and interpret a dog's coat and skin so product choices are made with purpose, not habit. Read more...
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Hard water vs Soft water
If you work in a hard water area, small adjustments in technique may improve results more effectively than simply increasing the amount of shampoo used. Read more...
Diagram of a surfactant molecule showing its water-fearing tail and water-loving head
The Truth About Surfactants
One of the biggest mistakes I see groomers make is judging a shampoo by one ingredient. A single ingredient can never tell you how a shampoo will perform. As Canine... Read more...
Chemical structure diagram used to illustrate paraben preservatives
Why Cosmetic Chemists Still Defend Parabens
What Canine Coat Estheticians should understand about preservation, skin health, and modern grooming formulations. Read more...
Martina Waterman combing the face of an apricot poodle-cross on a grooming table
Dog Coat Grooming at Home: How to Achieve a Groomer-Fresh Finish Between Appointments
Master dog coat grooming at home with expert tips on shampoo selection, line brushing and coat sprays. Keep your dog's coat soft, shiny, healthy and tangle-free between grooming appointments. Read more...
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What Is a Canine Coat Esthetician? The Science Behind Professional Dog Coat Care
Discover what a Canine Coat Esthetician is and why a science-led approach to professional dog grooming makes a real difference to your dog's coat and skin health. Read more...
Close-up of a grey and black dog coat showing hair texture and growth
The 21 Day Cycle - Why skin biology dictates coat quality
Dog skin renews every 21 days — nearly twice as fast as humans. Discover how this biological cycle makes the quality of your grooming products more important than you might... Read more...
Martina Waterman standing behind a salon counter displaying her luxury dog shampoo and conditioner range
Meet Martina Waterman — Professional Dog Groomer & Coat Care Expert
Meet the professional dog groomer behind Martina Waterman — why she created a professional-grade dog shampoo range, and what drives her commitment to science-led coat care. Read more...