{"id":31466,"date":"2017-02-24T10:54:58","date_gmt":"2017-02-24T10:54:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/how-to-choose-the-correct-comb-or-brush-for-your-dog\/"},"modified":"2017-02-24T11:09:14","modified_gmt":"2017-02-24T11:09:14","slug":"how-to-choose-the-correct-comb-or-brush-for-your-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-correct-comb-or-brush-for-your-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose the correct brush for your dog"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section admin_label=&#8221;Secci\u00f3n&#8221; transparent_background=&#8221;on&#8221; allow_player_pause=&#8221;off&#8221; inner_shadow=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax=&#8221;on&#8221; parallax_method=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px&#8221; padding_mobile=&#8221;off&#8221; make_fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;off&#8221; width_unit=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_width_px=&#8221;1080px&#8221; custom_width_percent=&#8221;80%&#8221; make_equal=&#8221;off&#8221; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;off&#8221; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; disabled=&#8221;off&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title admin_label=&#8221;T\u00edtulo de publicaci\u00f3n de anchura completa&#8221; title=&#8221;on&#8221; meta=&#8221;on&#8221; author=&#8221;on&#8221; date=&#8221;on&#8221; date_format=&#8221;M j, Y&#8221; categories=&#8221;on&#8221; comments=&#8221;on&#8221; featured_image=&#8221;on&#8221; featured_placement=&#8221;above&#8221; parallax_effect=&#8221;on&#8221; parallax_method=&#8221;off&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;light&#8221; text_background=&#8221;on&#8221; text_bg_color=&#8221;#45465b&#8221; title_all_caps=&#8221;off&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_width=&#8221;1px&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||-30px|&#8221; disabled=&#8221;off&#8221;] [\/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; transparent_background=&#8221;off&#8221; allow_player_pause=&#8221;off&#8221; inner_shadow=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px&#8221; padding_mobile=&#8221;off&#8221; make_fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;off&#8221; width_unit=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_width_px=&#8221;1080px&#8221; custom_width_percent=&#8221;80%&#8221; make_equal=&#8221;off&#8221; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;off&#8221; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; disabled=&#8221;off&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; make_fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;off&#8221; width_unit=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_width_px=&#8221;1080px&#8221; custom_width_percent=&#8221;80%&#8221; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;off&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;3&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|27px|0px&#8221; padding_mobile=&#8221;off&#8221; allow_player_pause=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method=&#8221;on&#8221; make_equal=&#8221;off&#8221; column_padding_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; parallax_1=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method_1=&#8221;on&#8221; parallax_2=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method_2=&#8221;on&#8221; parallax_3=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method_3=&#8221;on&#8221; parallax_4=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method_4=&#8221;on&#8221; disabled=&#8221;off&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Texto&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; disabled=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In our last article, we wrote about <a href=\"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/when-do-dogs-shed\/\">dog shedding and the importance of combing<\/a>. Now we want to tell you about choosing the correct comb or brush based on your dog\u2019s characteristics.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Like every other product that our dog uses it\u2019s important to keep the brush or comb clean. After every use remove hair and dirt left on the comb or brush with a little water, after dry it off so it doesn\u2019t get rusty. Before purchasing a comb or brush it\u2019s better to ask about its maintenance to make sure it lasts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>These are some of the brushes and combs that are in the market:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Slicker Brush<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s the mo<strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31472 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/skicker-brush.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"144\" height=\"185\" \/><\/strong>st popular and known brush, it has fine metal spikes placed in an aligned way that are slightly curved. This brush comes in different shapes, sizes and materials, each one adapted for the area it\u2019s going to be used on. It\u2019s usually used <strong>to untangle the dog\u2019s hair, air it out or remove dead hair<\/strong>. It is recommended for dogs with medium to long hair and for puppies. If used on puppies remember to purchase a soft slicker brush and to use it gently. If you think this is the right brush for your dog don\u2019t hesitate to ask the sales person about the shape, hardness and material that is right for your pet. This type of brush must be used gently to avoid breaking or irritating the skin.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Knot cutter<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a tool with around four or five aligned blades and as its name indicates it, it\u2019s <strong>used to cut hair knots and separate them<\/strong>. This tool is only recommended for professional use, since it requires knowledge, precaution and experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rake Brush<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With rigid and thick spikes, it is used for the <strong>maintenance of dogs with thick coats<\/strong>, like those in Nordic dogs. This type of brush <strong>removes dead hair and is especially helpful during shedding season<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hand Brush<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>These come in different shapes and materials, the most common ones are made from rubber. <strong>This brush is the best one to remove dead hair from dogs with short hair<\/strong>, and at the same time we give him a great massage. If you have a Boxed or Doberman try using this brush and his hair will fall less often and be brighter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pin Brush<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>These come in different shapes, lengths and pin hardness. <strong>This brush is the best for dogs with semi-long to long hair<\/strong>. Pins come in a range from short to extra-long and different spacing in between. When selecting one of these brushes it\u2019s recommended to decide which type of pin we want. Some come with pins ending round or pointy, choose depending on your dog\u2019s hair type (curly, straight, soft, etc.)<\/p>\n<p>There are other pin brushes that have extra soft and round pins, these can be used on any part of the dog\u2019s body and are delicate on the skin and hair. These are usually used to comb competition dogs like Yorkshires, Malteses or Cokers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Regular comb<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s recommended to purchase a high quality one that has its pins made from steel. <strong>It can be used<\/strong> on any dog and come with or without a handle. Some have pins close together (to untangle knots) and others further apart (for regular use).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flea comb<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Its pins are close together and it\u2019s usually <strong>used to comb some parts of the face<\/strong>, for example the beard, mustache or the hair around the eyes. <strong>It can be useful for any dog no matter his hair type<\/strong>, it can also be used when the hair is dirty, it\u2019s helpful to remove dirt.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dog deshedding tool or pet grooming brush <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This brush that has sharp pins and <strong>must be used exclusively by professionals<\/strong>. It\u2019s used to remove extra and dead hair. If you are considering using this tool at home first get advice from a professional about how to use it and how often.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u00bfWhat kind of hair does your dog have? Which type of brush or comb do you use? We can help each other to make the right decision. <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Fila&#8221; make_fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;off&#8221; width_unit=&#8221;on&#8221; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;off&#8221; padding_mobile=&#8221;off&#8221; allow_player_pause=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method=&#8221;off&#8221; make_equal=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_1=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method_1=&#8221;off&#8221; column_padding_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_divider admin_label=&#8221;Separador&#8221; color=&#8221;#afd59d&#8221; show_divider=&#8221;on&#8221; divider_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; divider_position=&#8221;top&#8221; hide_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221;] [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Texto&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>You may also like:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blog admin_label=&#8221;Blog&#8221; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; include_categories=&#8221;58,48,43&#8243; show_thumbnail=&#8221;on&#8221; show_content=&#8221;off&#8221; show_more=&#8221;off&#8221; show_author=&#8221;on&#8221; show_date=&#8221;on&#8221; show_categories=&#8221;on&#8221; show_comments=&#8221;on&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;on&#8221; offset_number=&#8221;0&#8243; use_overlay=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; use_dropshadow=&#8221;off&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; posts_number=&#8221;3&#8243;] [\/et_pb_blog][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In our last article, we wrote about dog shedding and the importance of combing. Now we want to tell you about choosing the correct comb or brush based on your dog\u2019s characteristics. Like every other product that our dog uses it\u2019s important to keep the brush or comb clean. After every use remove hair and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":28953,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[434,50],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-31466","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-care","category-health"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31466","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=31466"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31466\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":31475,"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31466\/revisions\/31475"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/28953"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=31466"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=31466"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dinbeat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=31466"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}