(Part 2) Best products from r/doggrooming

The brushes I've had and been pleased with:

[Mars] (https://www.amazon.com/Mars-Professional-Grooming-Horses-Stainless/dp/B00OGLMZWU/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?keywords=pet%2Bgrooming%2Bpin%2Bbrush&qid=1558320722&s=gateway&sprefix=pet%2Bgrooming%2Bpin&sr=8-11&th=1&psc=1)

[#1 All Systems] (https://www.amazon.com/All-Systems-Molded-Plastic-Handle/dp/B001VPAD00?ref_=bl_dp_s_mw_3015818011)

Chris Christensen is an excellent brand if you see something in your budget (look for 16-22mm pins). I use their "T-handle" and love it. JW pet, Mars, Safari, and Andis generally get good reviews as being good quality tools that perform well.

I have a jindo mix so he has the dual coat like an akita or a shiba inu but it's not as long as a golden.

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I used to brush him every day using a slicker brush, curry comb etc... but would still find TONNES of fluff balls everywhere. After reading, I saw multiple suggestions for an undercoat rake, I did some more reading and ended up purchasing one from a local pet store here (Ottawa, Ontario) and ... HO.. MAH.. GAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! His coat is incredibly soft and the amount of fluffies rolling around is minimal!!!!!!


I purchased one similar to this (not the exact one): Undercoat Rake

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Let me tell you, it's so gentle, it doesn't damage his top coat (I know the furminator can cause damage). I would HIGHLY recommend looking into this!! I use it now about once a week and then brush every other day.

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For Yu-Jin's (my Jindo) feet, I trim his nails whenever I hear clicking, but typically do a toe fluff cut once a week or he starts slipping around.



If you are comfortable clipping his thigh fuzz, you can definitely try, it might be easier having someone to control your dog while you do it! Sorry I cannot help with this, I don't need to clip more than toe fuzz!

HAWKFORCE 12V MAX Cordless Multi-Purpose Oscillating Tool with 6 Variable Speeds, Quick Release Blade Replacement and 38 Piece Accessories Set MultiTool Kit for Grout Removing, Scraping, Cutting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KXQ3HHD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fsqVDbZ8SJ2HG

I bought this and it works great!! Love using and my coworkers love it as well. Those who dont have a grinder constantly ask me to use mine

I love this lotion http://www.amazon.com/Earth-Therapeutics-Gardeners-Repair-Fluid/dp/B0006O0UAU actually all their products are pretty awesome. :)

Heres the dryer I have: Go Pet Club Pet Grooming Hair Dryer for Dogs and Cats https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DX24SD2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3-v1Cb01YTWCW

Thanks for all the links!! These will be super helpful on our next brushing. ❤

Dematting just takes so much time which is why I charge a pretty penny for it. I wish there was a quick fix for it because I would be all over that 😂.

Before I found that mat breaker, I was using something like this and oh my gosh it took forever. I honestly wish I still had the same level of patience that younger, dumber me did.

Sounds like your groomer uses a shampoo and spray combo. This is a very popular one I’ve used in the past that is long lasting and comes in a few different scents.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YYGPAF6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eoezDbNMPD4H9

As for breath fresheners I love this foam. It helps with plaque build up as well. It also comes in a water additive form that just goes in their water bowl.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00379KT4I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9pezDb76DH7T5

Coat King and a nice metal dog comb works great. Oster brand makes a good coat rake sold on amazon for a decent price https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061MWJ0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GNLBDbY3WNHMG
The furminator tends to rip healthy hair out.

I usually shop on amazon, so if it's on there that would be helpful. I was able to find the Safari one on Amazon, so I'll likely grab it from there!

The HaloVa Pet Comb, looks to be a shorter pin brush that also has bristles. Not sure if this would be comparable to the pin brush you linked above.

Also, what would be the benefits to brushing his coat with the bristle side?

Ah, that makes sense, in regards to the FURminator. When I've used it in the past I'm very weary of putting any real force behind since it is such a sharp tool.

It sounds like the rake comb could take the place of the FURminator though?

Would the pin brush every couple days and the single rake every few days be a good routine?

Also, I saw these brushes online and was curious if they could have a place for Cooper's brushing routine:

• Hertzko Self Cleaning Slicker Brush
  
• KONG ZoomGroom

I have a Black Russian Terrier, and I use an undercoat rake (like this) to take out undercoat. It is pricey for a brush but I also LOVE my Chris Christensen Big K Slicker for getting through coat. It was recommended to me by a groomer at a seminar I attended (as a pet owner) and it really is worth the money.

I ditto what’s been said about clipping a clean well brushed coat. I’m not familiar with your clippers but I would skip the lower speed and stay on the highest speed you can. A new blade is fairly cheap. You can get some from Amazon for around $15-20. You kind of contradict yourself saying you want him fluffy but also he gets too warm? Why not get a good 5f blade (the Andis Ultra Edge are my favorite) take him down shorter and in about 2weeks he’ll be fluffy like you want. You won’t have to groom him as often and I find the 5f goes thru better than any 4 blade, be it a steel clip on 4 blade, or an ultra edge 4f blade. Or you could 5f his back and 4 his legs... Kool Lube (sprayed onto the blade as it’s running, will not hurt the coat or the blades) is another product that might help your blades to glide through a cottony coat. Just start the clippers, point away from pet or you, and spray the blade as it’s running. You will hear the blade start to run smoother and faster and know you’ve sprayed enough onto it. Always make sure your blades are not hot, that tends to make them drag. Touch the blade occasionally to make sure it’s not too hot. A hot blade will also hurt your dog. Hope this helps :)

I bought this a while back on Amazon. It's really sturdy and holds a ton of shears. Plus it comes in a cute zebra print.

It holds up to 16 shears. Large and small. 12 on the inside, and 4 on the outside of the "inner" flaps, so if your GF is a shear hoarder like myself it's great to keep everything in one place.

This brush: Miracle Coat Slicker Dog Brush, Small https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000QFRY76/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AhnHDb03FP7BJ

Saves me sooo much time dematting, it just glides through way easier. If the coat is very long then

This brush: Chris Christensen Long Pin Slicker Brush, Large, Coral https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KAJQJ74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zwnHDbP5YZG89

This one is a dream, pricey but will save lots of time, there is a learning curve with this one though so don't be discouraged if it's a bit awkward at first. Pair each one with a metal grey hound comb.

This might be a weird suggestion, but a month ago when I was looking at buying cordless clippers, one of the reviews said they oiled a part of the clippers with mutton tallow. So then I looked for mutton tallow on Amazon to go with my clippers, and in the reviews for that a few people said that it's a super awesome remedy for cracked heels/feet. Might help with hands? The reviews said it has a musky smell to it which did bother some people but I just opened up mine and smelled it and I don't think it's too bad.

Here's a link if you wanna look