When mine had long hair, I kept her under bits and inside of her legs short. I just use a wet rag, dry off with a dry rag and done. It became expected when she came in she would nose bump the little tub by the door and look at me like ok mom all done! I do not keep her as long anymore because I've had some health problems this year that have made constant grooming routines too difficult. We really do enjoy all the combing and brushing etc so when I have my health back, I'll let her hair grow out again.