How to Line Brush

• Using a slicker brush, start at the lowest point of the dog (Legs or Feet). Work upwards and forwards lifting a portion of the hair to expose the hair underneath, then brush the hair underneath in the direction of the hair growth.
• If you encounter any matts while brushing, use a de-matting tool to break up the matts then repeat brushing.

Slicker Brush

De-matting– Is the removal of tangles and knots in the hair.

• While minor tangles may be resolved by brushing or combing, extensive matting must be carefully removed with de-matting tools.
• Getting rid of matts and tangles from your dog’s hair is essential for their health since they can cause infections, skin irritation and even painful skin problems.
• If matts become pelts of tangled hair down to the skin a professional groomer may have to remove them with electric clippers.
• Directions for Use:
  • Insert the de-matting tool following the direction of the hair growth, between the skin and the matt with the blades facing the matt.
  • Pull outward until tight then pull upwards gently to saw through the matt.  Continue until matts are broken up.  Smaller matts will fall out on their own and larger matts with more brushing & combing.

De-matting Tool

Debris in the Fur

• The Flea comb is the best tool to get all sorts of debris out of your pups hair. Bits of grass, leaves, or stickers from outside. As well as food that gets stuck in their chin hair.

Flea Comb

Nail Trims

• Clip only the tip of the nail, straight across. Don’t forget the dewclaws. Avoid clipping past the curve of the nail or you risk hitting what is called the quick. The quick is a vein and will bleed if cut.
• If your dog is anxious about nail trims, try touching their feet every day without the clippers to get them more comfortable.