Best Dog Grooming Brushes for Every Coat Type

For a short, smooth coat, a soft bristle brush or rubber grooming mitt can help collect loose hair while being gentle on the skin. For a longer coat, a slicker or pin brush can help you work through the hair in sections; follow with a wide-tooth comb to find tangles the brush may have missed.

If your dog has a thick double coat, an undercoat rake can reach loose undercoat more effectively than a soft surface brush, but use light pressure and avoid repeatedly working over the same spot. For mats close to the skin, don’t pull hard or cut toward the skin with scissors; ask a professional groomer for help, since tight mats can hide irritated or injured skin.

Start with a short session, brushing in the direction the hair grows and paying attention to sensitive areas such as the belly, legs, and ears. If your dog pulls away or seems uncomfortable, pause and adjust your technique or choose a gentler tool; a calm, gradual introduction can make future sessions easier for both of you.

Our “Vapor” Dog Grooming Brush, Pet Steam Brush is an option to consider if you’re interested in a steam-style grooming tool. Whatever brush you choose, remove collected hair from it after grooming, keep it clean, and stop using it if the bristles or teeth become damaged.

The Travel Buddy Mk. II Dog Hammock works alongside the cleaning kit and keeps the back seat covered, so shed dog fur lands on a washable surface instead of the car upholstery.