How To Chose The Right Slicker Brush | Dog Grooming & Handling Equipment Series

Introducing our “Equipment Series”! This series is the beginner’s guide to everything you need to know about dog equipment for grooming, handling, & dog shows - from brushes, to dryers, to crates and everything in between!
In today’s video, Allison breaks down everything you need to know about slicker brushes. Learn about all the features of slickers and how to choose the best one to groom your dog based on your dog’s size, breed, and coat type. Whether you have a Golden Retriever, a Toy Poodle, a Havanese or anything in between, find out which slicker brush is right for you and why.

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[ReubenNinan]

Dude your videos slap! I have been grooming my spoo for a year and your videos have helped me a lot. Thanks so much!

[DebbieTenhundfeld]

What kind is best for black and fawn Pugs 11:48

[MrWhiltetail]

I'm not a groomer or trainer. Just a guy wanting to take good care of my dog without hurting her or making her uncomfortable. What should I use to brush a miniature American Eskimo? It sounds like a slicker with cushioning under the pins would be the most gentle? I have a cheap slicker brush with less than 1/2" pins and it doesn't get deep enough but I'm afraid to irritate or scratch the skin.

[thequiltedkitchen]

What are the tools i would need for a border collie ? Thank you ☺️

[lindafriedman]

Talk about full coat shih tzus. Which brand.. Chris christebsen.. Artero double flexible soft. Is Safarai 20mm pin bad for shih tzu.

[MrsChetnaMishra]

Could you please suggest which kind of brush shall I use for my havanese 9 month old having long fine hair. Also she hates when I brush with Andis slicker brush.

[danihalling]

Im always confused about slicker brushes 🙈 I have an English cocker spaniel, is a slicker suitable for her coat? She has fine long hair (lots of it), and is prone to mattes. I’m a pro at getting the mattes out with detangling spray and a detangling brush.. very gentle and effective. But would a slicker benefit me and her more?

[lescecconi]

Enjoying your grooming videos, I've got a 11 week old, standard poodle, im not sure whether to get the medium or large big g slicker brush, what would you suggest.

[lisebouchard]

J'espère avoir acheté les bonnes brosses christensen pour mon chiot sheepadoodle. Il y a 6 mois et c'est difficile de le brosser maintenant, contrairement à avant. Je viens de vous découvrir . Wow ! Vous donnez d'excellentes explications. Merci beaucoup.

[reltius]

so is this what i would use on my golden retreiver to keep his coat straight and keep it from looking so disheveled? or is the purpose on a golden retriever just to reduce the shedding

seemed like no matter what groomer i took him to, the hair on top of his back by his butt always had a mind of its own and went everywhere and wasn't "showdog quality". is that just because combing him needs to be a regular thing with a brush like this?

[ajc]

What brand was the brown medium slicker you recommend for most beginners? I would like to purchase it but I don’t know where to look.

[zymantemikucionyte]

Hi, great video! What would you recommend for a samoyed? :)

[amyyygdala]

What do you suggest for a 3 month old Ragdoll cat?

[anastasiialyzak]

Hi! Thank you for the video, it’s helpful☺️ Could you please answer me if I need two different sizes of slicker brushes for my cockapoo? I was thinking to buy Chris Christensen, I hear they’re really good)

[kraftbmw]

Do you have any videos on grooming a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

[deniseferlazzo]

I have a white double coat pomeranian 8 1/2 lb. Which Big G slicker brush to use ?

[LindaMann-bo]

Where can I purchase some of the slicker brushes you showed? Thanks

[houndawg]

What brand is the wood looking rectangular slicker?

[alma.]

What do you recommend for a short medium shihtzu?

[gijoyjoy]

My dog has always hated grooming because she feels like the brushing motion pulls her skin. Even when my Sheltie was a puppy with a minimal coat, she still complained. She’s just grown more and more sensitive. I have only Chris Christensen brushes with the exception of one small (soft feeling) slicker brush. I literally need to pinch her fur by her skin till her fur has no resistance. Uggh! It takes me hours to brush her! 🤦🏻‍♀️