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Long-haired dogs are the supermodels of the canine world. The way their long, luxurious hair blows in the breeze when their heads are out the window or they're running across the yard is a sight to behold.
However, with all that beauty comes responsibility! Brushing your long-haired dog can be difficult and stressful unless you know the right way to do it. With a few hints, you can make bathing and brushing your dog as stress-free an event as possible.
Start With a Bath
Just like human hair, dog hair can get tangled if it has not been taken care of appropriately. That can make brushing it out really difficult, not to mention painful for your dog. Instead of trying to push through and pull all of the mats out, give your dog a bath first.
Long-haired dogs can benefit from having their hair conditioned after being shampooed. The conditioner can help keep their hair feeling and looking as silky as possible, as well as being able to work out any tangles and mats before the brushing process. Any conditioner will do, as long as it was designed for dogs. Take extra care to keep any soap out of your dog's eyes and ears, because it not only hurts but also can cause ear infections (especially in floppy-eared dogs).
Once your dog has been thoroughly bathed, you can either let them dry naturally or gently dry them with the cold setting of a regular hairdryer. Just be aware that some dogs may be scared by the sound of the dryer, and you want this process to be something that they look forward to as much as possible. To help, you may want to consider having treats that you keep just for use with the bathing and grooming process.
While you're waiting for your dog to dry, check to make sure that you have all of the tools that you'll likely need to be able to successfully brush them out. This may change depending on the type of dog that you have, and the specific consistency of their hair.
If your dog has a wooly or curly coat, your best bet is likely a wire pin brush. While some of these brushes may come with rubber tips, which may look like they would be kinder, they can actually catch on the hair and pull it out.
A longer, more stiff bristle brush can also be helpful for brushing long-haired dogs with all different coat types. This can help to finish brushing out any tangles that the wire pin brush gets out and creates a slicker coat. So does a slicker brush. It may take a little bit of experimentation to find out exactly what types of brushes work best for your dog's unique coat, or you can take your dog to a groomer and ask for pointers.
Another really great tool to have at your disposal is some sort of shedding brush. There are different companies that make them, but the basic idea is that they actually help to remove the undercoat, where a lot of the tangles happen.
This is especially helpful in the spring when the winter coat starts to fall out. It's a great way to not end up with hair all over the house, too! If you don't want to invest in a deshedder, a de-matting comb or a long-toothed comb works almost as well.
And finally, as far as tools go, you will likely also want to purchase a special slicker brush to use specifically around your dog's face. The facial area tends to be a lot more delicate, and one quick move from your dog can lead to catastrophe. These soft-bristled slicker brushes were designed to be safe around the eyes, which still help to brush the hair around the face.
Some people also swear by a detangler spray or even just water so that you can help to more easily work out any tangles that may have been leftover from the bathing process. If you encounter a mat that doesn't easily come out with your fingers, just spray it with detangler and come back to it after it has soaked for a few minutes.
Step One: Take It From The Top
No matter what breed of dog you have, the best advice on where to start brushing is with the face. Because the face is the most sensitive and delicate, you want to start with it before your dog gets antsy. They're far less likely to try to get away or fight that way. Use your soft slicker brush. If your dog has long hair that falls over the eyes, hold it out and put your free hand between the hair and your dog's eyes while you brush.
You can also use the same brush, or a shorter tooth comb, to gently brush out the hair behind your dog's ears as well. This can be a very tender area, so never tug or pull on any mats. If there are tangles, use detangler or water to help break them up instead of using brute force. If that doesn't work, you may need to cut it out using electric clippers. Never try to trim mats with scissors, this can easily lead to injury.
Step Two: The "Ruff" Part of the Job
After finishing up with the dog's face and ears, the next stop is the "ruff." Not every dog has a real ruff, which is the extra-thick fur that naturally occurs on the neck, chest, and shoulders, but that area still deserves extra attention.
You may also hear this part of the body referred to as your dog's "hackles." This area is prone to mats, especially in dogs that wear their collars all the time. To properly brush it out, you'll need to remove your dog's collar, so make sure that you're in an enclosed area so your dog doesn't run off.
You may want to start using your deshedding brush. Some people find it helpful to brush first against the normal direction of the hair, then again to smooth it back. This helps loosen the hair so that it can be removed easier.
Step Three: Brush Their "Feathers"
Once you've brushed out and deshedded the ruff, skip their back for now and head down to their legs. This won't be necessary for every dog, of course, but if your dog has fluffy legs (often referred to as "feathers") you'll want to spend some time with a slicker brush to get the tangles out.
Also, while it's important to make sure to keep your dog's nails trimmed, that should usually be left to its own, separate time. Nail trimming can be a stressful experience for any dog, and you don't want them to put grooming and nail trims in the same, negative category.
Step Four: Finish Up With the Big Stuff
Keep using the slicker brush, and start by gently brushing out their belly. Be extra sensitive around their genitals, and don't tug out any mats here. If they don't come out with a detangler, you may want to see a professional groomer just to be on the safe side.
After the belly, a regular wire pin brush can be used to take care of your dog's sides and back. You can be a little rougher here, and also use a deshedder to work out any undercoat that may remain. This is where the majority of shedding happens, so make sure to spend plenty of time here to get it all out.
Step Five : The Tail End
And finally, you'll want to tackle the tail. Just like the belly, you'll want to make sure to be extra gentle. A slicker brush works great for the base of the tail, then you can shift to a comb or a deshedder to finish the rest of the length of the tail. Just don't pull too hard, because this can make even the best dog aggressive if they are already stressed out.
PS – Don't Shave Your Dog
While it might be tempting to just give up and shave your dog if their hair has gotten too out of control, that is very rarely recommended. Whether your dog is single coated like a Yorkie, or double-coated like a collie or a golden retriever, their hair is there for a reason. Removing too much of it can negatively impact your dog's ability to balance out its temperature, both hot and cold. It may even do long-term damage.
In Conclusion
Having a long-haired dog means assuming the responsibility for either brushing them out yourself or spending hundreds of dollars on a professional groomer. When you know the right way to groom your dog, and what tools you need to succeed, you'll be able to handle it no problem. Save the money by grooming your own dog, safely.
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