SolveYourProblem.com
Article Series: Dog Products & Equipment
Great Dog Products In The Marketplace
What
Is The Best Type Of Dog Grooming Brush?
There are specific brushes and combs to use
on dogs, all based according to what you need to accomplish.
It's not too different than when people need a round brush
for curling with a blow dryer versus a natural bristle brush
for normal dry brushing, etc.
If you do not plan on showing your dog then there is no need
to get lost in too many details on the perfect brush. For example
you might use: a pin brush or slicker brush for the same purpose
– or - a curry comb instead of a hound glove.
To better help you make the best choice as to what brush or
comb you need to get your dog properly groomed and looking
nice, below is a quick-starter guide on all types of brushes
and what hair type is best to use them with. All you have to
do is choose the right tools that match the individual breed
type and hair texture of your dog.
Bristle Brush
This brush has soft and gentle bristles, and are usually made
of all-natural material. It is a lot like natural bristled
brushes that are sold for people. They result in less electricity
in your dog's hair, whereas nylon will let the static electricity
build up within the coat. These brushes distribute natural
oil though the hair and smooth out the hair. They are an all
purpose type of brush, perfect for any dog, especially the
long-haired types.
Slicker Brush
This brush is made up of “teeth” type bristles that can be
very harsh, but they are very close together and are essential
for some dog's coats. The brush readily removes all dead hair
from the fur and can remove mats when used properly. These
brushes are best for curly haired dogs and long-haired dogs.
Conversely, this is great for a dog that sheds a lot in the
house as you can remove lots of hair with the very little effort.
Curry Brush Rubber Types
This is usually an oval-type of brush. It simply puts a polish
on the dog's coat and gets rid of dead hair which will result
in far less shedding. At the same time, it does not harm the
skin since it has rounded rubber type bristles. This brush
is perfect for sensitive skin and smooth-coated dog breeds.
Pin Brush
These brushes are best used on really long and fine-haired
breeds, or heavy-coated dogs that have double coats. The purpose
of the brush is to remove tangles in the long-haired dog and
with wiry coats that are tough, as it helps to give them a
good brush out before stripping the hair by hand.
Combs:
Fine, Medium & Wide-Toothed
Dogs with silky, soft hair or with fine-to-medium texture
needs a fine-to-medium comb. The comb will remove the final
remains of tangles and can often help remove flea dirt as well
as the fleas themselves. You should use a wide-toothed comb
on a coat that is dense and very thick. The purpose is the
same - to finally remove all the tangles.
Coat Rake, Mat Comb, or Mat splitter
When you are dealing with mats and tangles use a spray detangler
along with one of these tools. This is best used on curly and
long-coated dogs.
Hound Glove
As the name suggests, this is a glove that you slip on and
use the side covered with natural bristles to brush your dog.
Smooth-coated dogs benefit from this as it helps to remove
dead hair in an efficient manner, while adding a shine to the
coat.
#
# # # #
SolveYourProblem.com
: 2009
>
Home Page > Dog
Products & Equipment Articles:
Main Page
|
