A Guide To Brushing Your Pet

 Are you brushing your pet’s coat regularly? Brushing helps to remove dirt, loose hair and other debris to ensure a soft, healthy coat for your companion. Brushing also distributes natural oils, leaving a shiny, nourished coat.

If your pet has a long, thick coat, it is crucial to brush regularly to prevent matting. But what kind of brush does your pet’s coat require? See our brush guide below.

WIRE PIN

Use: Detangles and removes loose hair and debris from coat

For: Longer or curly coats (i.e., Poodles, Pomeranians, Terriers)

SLICKER

Use: Detangles and general maintenance

For: All breeds

RAKE

Use: Detangles and pulls out stubborn undercoat

For: Silky coats dogs (i.e., Goldens and Aussies)

CURRY

Use: Controls shedding on short-haired dogs

For: Short to medium coats, wet or dry (i.e., Chihuahuas, Pitbulls, Labradors)

SHED MAGIC

Use: Manages undercoat

For: Double coats (i.e., German Shepherd, Husky)

COMB

Use: Detangles and removes light matting

For: Long coats, double coats or fine coats (i.e., Spaniel, Greyhound