Hi
I'm in Renfrewshire and have the same problem.
After Holly was spayed she went all cotton woolly and curly and extremely thick. The groomers
I took her to just shaved her. I was mortified!!!!
I am only new to having dogs, but I am sure that once they have been
shaved, there is not a lot that can be done.
Sam has a long coat and I have been grooming and cutting him myself to
try and keep it long. He has just been 'done' so hoping his doesn't change much.
They aren't show dogs, but lovely pets, so I'm not bothered too much if I haven't done
it perfectly.
If there is a solution out there, please let us know.
Sorry I couldn't help you personally.