Best dog combs according to redditors
We found 34 Reddit comments discussing the best dog combs. We ranked the 23 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 34 Reddit comments discussing the best dog combs. We ranked the 23 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
With a breed like a Keeshond, what you really need is something that will get down into the dog's undercoat. A glove won't cut it for a long haired dog - grooming with the tool in your post will cause your dog to mat down at its skin. For this breed, you will need an actual brush or comb.
As the owner of two long haired dogs, my opinion is that the best tool for getting down to a dog's undercoat is a wide tooth poodle comb. I've had this one for a decade and it's still going strong.
Some pin brushes can be good for this as well, but it's VERY important to avoid brushes that have little balls on the tips. They tend to catch hair and will make the process much more uncomfortable for your dog. I've had this little brush for a few years now and have gotten great mileage out of it. They make bigger versions, but I like the tiny one for getting into difficult-to-reach areas.
Your grooming technique is also going to be important. Line brushing is definitely the best way to make sure you're grooming down to the skin, which will reduce shedding and prevent matting.
From a perspective of controlling shedding (which won't start in earnest until your puppy is 6 months or so), a good brush out followed by a bath and drying with a high velocity dryer will be best. Most self-serve dog wash places, as well as professional groomers, have these HV dryers. They blow out the dead undercoat and are very effective at reducing shedding.
Doodle groomer here. If you grab a comb, 1in pins, medium, not a coarse, and put the pins directly to the skin, you can find the mats if there is any.
With slicker brushes, 1in pins again are very beneficial, gentle and effective.
Resco Ergonomic Dog, Horse, Cat, Pet Grooming Comb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NPQY1A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_CuKRCb6YK1DA8
Here is my favorite doodle brush, with medium distance between pins (not a coarse one like most are).
Big K slicker, medium (size)
Chris Christensen Big K Slicker, Medium, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KAKHWB0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8pKRCbEPS92PR
I modify its pins to have 150° at the angle closer to the tip to make it the most gentle brush out there.
For my comfort, I add a leather tennis grip to suit my large chick hands so I can get a good grip and avoid sweats. 🤠
Gamma Sports Tennis Racquet Leather Replacement Grip https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000N26HEI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_esKRCbYWQ57G3
That's my magic as for the equipments. I groom doods exclusively and they all move freely on my table. No loops, no harnesses, no muzzles. They want to stay when they are comfy and this set will get you exactly there. 🤗
Belly rubs! 😃
That comb looks rather painful, have you tried the one that is just a grip with metal teeth? I find that you can be more gentle and precise with that style comb.
EDIT: Something like this.
What about using a wide brush like this?:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077J8ZLC1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8lBOBbADT2THW
I have something similar and while it is great to get out mats, not much hair comes out because the pins are wide apart from each other.
Hopefully this helps!
Oh no! The Furminator can be dangerous on cats because of the way it cuts out the mats so be really careful. I only comb them by hand and use this to start, then this, and finish it off with this. If the Furminator is working then keep at it, but consider getting the last one for underarms and smaller areas, we pull enough fur to make a kitten out of it. You have to pay the pet tax now!
You can get them at almost any pet shop, but here is a variant on Amazon
My doodle has tight curls as well. I use a slicker brush, a wide tooth comb and a dematting comb for matts that can’t be brushed out. These are the tools I use
Chris Christensen Long Pin Slicker Brush, Large, Coral https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KAJQJ74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jLorDbT0ZDW58
OmniPet Leather Brothers Cocker/Poodle Wooden Handle Comb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003E71QEA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_lMorDb60BC8E5
Safari De-Matting Comb for Dogs, Pet Supplies for Dogs, Dog Grooming, Dog Gifts, Dog Accessories, Dog Supplies, Dog Brushes for Shedding https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002ARR2W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HMorDb1BAJBTH
I really love the Chris Christensen slicker brush, it’s pricey but the quality is great. It has long firm pins and the tips are soft, so it won’t hurt your doodle. Also it’s highly recommended for doodle coats. It’s best to get a slicker with long firm pins to really get down to the skin. I then follow up with the wide tooth comb to check for any missed tangles. I prefer to use the wide tooth comb because it’s not harsh on the coat and does not cause hair breakage. I rarely use the dematting tool, because I usually can get matts out with the slicker brush, but for the really tough ones I use it sparingly. You should never use a furminator, it’s harsh on the coat and skin, it can damage it. Also I supplement fish oil in my dog’s diet and I’ve noticed his coat is much more shiny and softer. The fish oil I feed is the from the brand fera pet organics. Also I really think it helps to have your doodle on a grooming schedule such as every 5 to 6 weeks, especially with super tight curls. Also be sure to brush and properly dry when ever your doodle gets wet. Might be a good idea to invest in a high velocity dog blow dryer. There’s some great affordable ones on amazon. Brushing your doodle twice or even three times a week is ideal.
I own and love this comb and this looks very similar to a fantastic comb one of my coworkers uses.
For slickers, Les Poochs makes some pretty awesome ones - their red one is amazing at dematting! Unfortunately they're also really expensive! If you don't mind spending, the Pro Brush (F/F) would be the way to go. If you're cheap like me, this has very good reviews and should perform acceptably as well. I personally like flexible slickers, so I recommend them.
Truthfully I seldom use undercoat rakes. A high velocity blow dryer (k9 brand is good - don't bathe at home without a blower, it's a good investment) serves the purpose for me both with my own dog and with the dogs at work. Still, if you want an undercoat rake, stay away from things that have blades - Furminators, Furminator knock-offs, Mars Coat Kings, coat king knock offs. There's a time and place for those but I would not personally use them on a spitz of any breed. Something like this will do. I also like shedding combs though I haven't found one without a handle yet.
Additional stuff: you need a good pair of nail clippers, and I also recommend spray like The Stuff or Ice on Ice to keep things feeling nice and fresh.
For my long hair I use a wire brush that is probably made for dogs (link below). I also use a wire comb. When he has mats I use the bladed tool below to loosen them and cut them away. Don't cut with scissors. It's too easy to cut the skin. I have to use a brush or comb ever other day or he gets mats.
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dog-078279-102-Combo-Brush/dp/B00ICB3OWU/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1483582710&sr=1-4&keywords=dog+brush
https://www.amazon.com/Dematting-Comb-Hertzko-Cutting-Removing/dp/B017ATHM86/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1483582736&sr=1-1&keywords=wire+comb+cat
https://www.amazon.com/Strimm-Metal-Grooming-Shedding-Detangler/dp/B01ATOK9X4/ref=sr_1_21?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1483582736&sr=1-21&keywords=wire+comb+cat
A steel dog grooming comb has proved to be invaluable.
https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Comb-Grooming-Other-Shedding/dp/B0716ZK4R1/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500749172&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=steel+comb+dog+grooming&psc=1
Found the guards I use on amazon here. I used the blue #2 3/8" on the body. I use this on the face.
Dont even get me started on how he won't Hold still for cutting his giant thick claws. That takes 2 people whether it's at home or at the vets. One has to hold him and the other has to locate the claws. Ever seen a Siberian cat's fluffy paw pads? Trying to find the claws in all that is hard when kitty is strong AF AND wriggling. But the fluffy paws give him extra cold protection and fun slippy hardwood floor antics. Great for him--frustrating for mama.
I watched 2 videos that helped me with grooming. The lady is gifted with a magic spell that keeps cats still long enough to groom them. I would bring Mr. Nope to her if i could. I bought a half dozen different styles of brushes and 2 were people brushes, including a boar bristle. Nope. The magical cat groomer uses greyhound combs which are amazing for getting the underfluff that nothing else does AND it somehow picks up the loose stuff. You wouldn't believe it to look at it bcs the tines are spaced so far apart. I got a 2-pk for $8. Sleel Dog Comb Greyhound STYLE 2 Pcs , Itery Pet Grooming Tools-deshedding Brush Stainless Steel Dog Comb ( Large + Small ) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CBKJ0L6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_60S5BbBDJGP0E . I cannot get Herc to hold still long but it works like a charm for me. We normally have a disagreement while I'm trying to comb him and he has to be eating WET food sometimes for me to get at him. My roommate is allowed to brush him with the specialty horse gloves. I tried and of course, nope. 2 Pack Pet Grooming Gloves - Gentle Deshedding Brush - Enhanced Five Finger Design for Cats, Dogs & Horses - 1 Pair (Left & Right Hand) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CM4NNPH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_X3S5Bb580W37C
If you've been on a farm these probably seem familiar? I still try to very quickly groom with them on but my BRAT will hold still for a couple MINUTES for my roommate to more aggressively groom with those. Life isn't fair.
Absolutely! Here is the rake, slicker, and dematting comb. The dematting comb works well, but I do have more success using the rake and slicker more frequently, instead of having to resort to the dematting comb if I slack off on the brushing for too long.
ok, here you go:
Now keep in mind that I plan on doing 95% of the grooming for the rest of my pups life. Since he's a standard poodle, a full groom would cost me anywhere from $75 to $120 (every 4 to 6 weeks) due to his size. So, for me, investing in all of the above will save me a lot of money in the long run.
*Edit - If you go this route and get your own clippers - make sure you get some blade cleaner/oil, I use this
love the pom pom leggings and those ears are so cute! I have been using a double comb
and a light touch of a bristle brush if she has bits of grass and things in her hair. I just purchased the H2o set (shampoo, conditioner and mist), from amazon. I will try the treats next time I give her a bath. Thank you again for the information! It is very helpful to know that I can give her a bath once or more a week.
A small shedding blade may work. Or a curry type comb. Even a more fine tooth comb will get the hairs out.
They're incredibly smart. Watch out for bloat. Ours used to skarf her food down. So we had to get a slow feeder. And we also didn't get raised bowls...that's supposedly bad for bloat prone dogs....the ones we have just barely get of the ground a bit. Just to hold to bowls really. I'd also start off with just blankets in the kennel. Ours is a chewed and destroyed beds..so we don't put them in there. We found this big fluffy blankets at sams that are 14.99 and she only chewed up a corner...all the others she chewed holes in. And get used to it not being super clean haha! We've figured out our dogs are some of the cleanest though. We are puppy sitting...and their dogs bedding in their kennel was GROSS. And he smelled gross too. He instantly got a BATH and his bedding washed. Our dogs get regular baths, not even all that often either they're just clean inside dogs. And when I give them baths, I wash all their bedding/blankets too. So they can then lay on clean bedding ect....just like if you were clean you wouldn't want to lay on stinking blankets ect...it'd just rub off on you.and then we wash their collars tags ect too. I'm such a clean freak...not really lol but I just don't like stinky dogs. And I love the compliments on how soft and shiny their coats are so we just keep them clean. Also maybe get some puppy wipes. We got some on Amazon to kinda freshen them up between baths since too many baths aren't too good for them. Maybe invest in some scentsy wax burners I keep one of those in the pups room. Does wonders...even though they don't really stink though. Also get a rubber curry brush for their bath time. I use them to combat some of the fur loss when I give her a bath. FURminator Curry Comb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0062Z0S3G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_D4uyyb6B23K0M
Vacuum and/or sweep lots. She loses more fur than I actually realize because she's dark. Lol sorry for all the comments...I just keep thinking of things I realized over time with this pup. And if possible maybe try not chicken in their diet just to be on the safe side. Ours had skin issues off the bat....so now she's a no chicken dog. Most dogs have chicken allergies!
I'm not a fan of furminators. I find they end up cutting the fur more than anything.
As recommended, give them a good bath and blow dry. That will loosen up most of it. I find my trusty comb (like this one ) works very well on my landlords lab, as well as a zoom groom.
Here you go! These go up to 2 inches. If you shop around you can probably find them cheaper on other grooming supply sites.
You're very welcome!
(I may have learned how to format links properly! Holler if they're not working. )
My personal preference is the 'greyhound' style with a combination of tooth spacings and no handle.
[Resco] (https://www.amazon.com/Resco-Professional-Anti-Static-Grooming-Spacing/dp/B0006ICB1W/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=pet+grooming+comb&qid=1557699998&refinements=p_89%3AResco&rnid=2528832011&s=pet-supplies&sprefix=pet+grooming++comb&sr=1-6)
[Safari] (https://www.amazon.com/Safari-Pet-Products-Medium-Grooming/dp/B01H5OEDV0/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=pet+grooming+comb&qid=1557700495&refinements=p_89%3AOster%7CSafari+Pet+Products&rnid=2528832011&s=pet-supplies&sprefix=pet+grooming++comb&sr=1-3)
[#1 All Systems] (https://www.amazon.com/All-Systems-Ultimate-Metal-Comb/dp/B017WIQCTU/ref=mp_s_a_1_41?keywords=pet+grooming+comb&m=A1BMD17SWWHE8J&qid=1557700781&refinements=p_6%3AA1BMD17SWWHE8J&rnid=2661622011&s=pet-supplies&sr=1-41)
If you think you'd prefer a handle, I'd look at:
[Resco] (https://www.amazon.com/Resco-Professional-Anti-Static-Grooming-Spacing/dp/B002PNIY80/ref=mp_s_a_1_34?keywords=pet%2Bgrooming%2Bcomb&qid=1557701193&rnid=2661622011&s=pet-supplies&sr=1-34&th=1&psc=1)
[Artero] (https://www.amazon.com/Artero-Professional-Wooden-Handle-Comb/dp/B00O4BR0XQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_73?keywords=comb+with+handle&qid=1557701845&rnid=2941120011&s=pet-supplies&sprefix=comb+with+&sr=1-73)
If you come across something that catches your eye, I'm happy to chat about tools if I have any experience that might be of any use!
No problem at all. If you really want to up your grooming game I highly recommend these attachment combs, to be used with a 30F rather than the 10F. They will revolutionize your grooming experience, I guarantee it. The attachments can be purchased individually as well, but the set as a whole is very good value. With decent scissors, a 10F, a 30F, and those attachments you can do basically any kind of groom.
I know you have a mixed breed. However, I have found this rescue has some great staff and articles. I have emailed them a few times over the year, and they have been willing to help.
http://newf-friends.blogspot.ca/p/resources.html
Here's a cheat sheet that one of their members wrote:
http://www.newfstock.ca/pdf/GROOMING-YOUR-NEWFOUNDLAND.pdf
My favourite tools:
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01HZBJ19W/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.ca/JW-Pet-Company-GripSoft-Undercoat/dp/B0006349TY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1483710947&sr=8-4&keywords=undercoat+rake+pets
https://www.amazon.ca/Master-Grooming-Tools-Rainbow-Greyhound/dp/B0055M11RY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483710996&sr=8-1&keywords=Greyhound+comb
On a personal note, my male regularly gets matts around his ears if I don't use a wide tooth comb or under coat rack to pull the dead fur out. My female is usually the back of rear legs. I have found with mine that if there's matts it's more because the old shedded fur didn't make it to the surface to be left our the house. I now use a daily 15 minute brush out during the week, and a 30 minute detailed brushing on the weekend. Usually while watching some tv.
Thank you so much! We actually only adopted her alongside her brother last year but have always wanted to give an older cat a loving home ☺️
This is the comb in the video although I know the struggle, we have tried so many to find a fit for both her and her Persian brother. Hope this helps!
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B003GKPLN2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I don't use the furminator at all since it can easily damage their coat.
I use a good ole double toothed metal comb like this and I feel it does a very thorough job if you do a line brushing technique.
Might be a little excessive but I use three different combs.
First, Second, Third.
Mine aren’t exactly those but look the same. I feel like the third is really all I need but they all help get a ton of fur off.