Is it worth the extra money? Would it be suitable for a heavy, wavy, long coated dog? - IE, a Briard ;-)

Any experiences of this product or opinions when compared to other brands would be very much appreciated :-) I need something that cuts down slightly on my grooming time, doesn't snag or pull and doesn't split the coat, especially at the ends. They're not show dogs but I like to keep their coats as 'natural' as possible.

Many thanks :-)

I know loads of Beardie people that swear by them if that helps :-)

They're fantastic-we have 4 at the salon and no longer use normal slickers,they just get through the coat so much better.Very expensive but well worth it.

I bought one as soon as I could afford it--wish I'd done it right at the beginning, but like a true novice bought standard, cheaper stuff, which, while ok, was not great. I wanted to learn more about grooming so paid for a one day, one to one training day with one of the UK Groom Team. That's where I tried out better equipment than I had and was instantly converted.

It may not be appropriate for your use, but the other big 'find' for me was the Moultmaster.

I bought 2 of these, on good recommendation, for the salon last year and can't use them!! I've had more 'stabs' and sores in my fingers with these things than any other brush, ever!!!
I'll stick to my tried and trusted slickers thanks.

Thanks guys ;-)

Hmm, I'm still undecided. I've paid out a lot of money over the years for so called 'professional' equipment and while I don't begrudge a penny if they are all they're cracked up to be, I do resent wasting money on rubbish. I can't continue with my slickers though as they are really splitting their coats and while they worked brilliantly on my old breed they aren't suitable for my current.

Oh well, back to the drawing board me thinks. Thanks again :-)

Hi Hairypooch.
I see you you have Briards.
If so could you not use a good pin brush on them. that way you won't split the coat and they do get down to the skin. Especially if used with a spray with watered down conditioner in, or a proprietary make of coat de-tangler.
We use them on TT's if we are showing them, and want to preserve the coat. Then use a wide tooth comb to finish off.
Anndee

Never heard of these so I googled them, quite funny looking brushes, can I ask Helenmd if you use one on your Pap?.

Hi Ann

Regarding pin brushes, what would you recommend? There are quite a few on the market and other than going to a trade show - never seem to get them locally or get the time to go - I really wouldn't know what to choose. I have lots of different shaped wide tooth combs so no problem there ;-)

> Never heard of these so I googled them, quite funny looking brushes, can I ask Helenmd if you use one on your Pap

Well,we have the hard ones at the salon and yes I have tried them on my pap but as Anndee said they are quite sharp so you have to be careful and use a light touch if using them on a toy breed with a fine silky coat.I haven't tried the soft ones but I would guess they would be more suitable for a pap.

Ah right thanks for that, think I'll probably give them a miss then.