Ryan's Pet Supplies Paw Brothers Soft Pin Flat Slicker Brush for Dogs, Professional Grade, Stainless Steel Pins, Flexible Head, Comfort Grip, Mini, 4.75" x 2.25" x 1.5"

I wish I had found this brush sooner. I have 3 labradoodles and have always kept their coats short because most slicker brushes don't go deep enough to prevent matting when their coats become long. This brush does the job and does it well. I have an elderly girl who's coat has thinned and tends to have sensitive skin, of my 3 she was the only one who didn't like it but to be fair she doesn't care for any brushing unless it's done by hand (petting her)Having 3 labradoodles can become costly when it comes to professional grooming and I'm glad that I decided to invest in a nice set of clippers and a few blades as well as guards (andis agc 2 speed, cuts like butter even through matting), a grooming table found on local resale site for $30, good shampoo (Plum silky concentrated conditioning shampoo) this shampoo smells amazing and keeps them smelling nice for over a week and since it's concentrated a bottle really last so I find it more economical than the cheap ones found at most retailers. Oh, also purchased a pet blow dryer for under 100 that is amazing. This brush was the last thing I needed to complete what I feel is necessary to keep my trio looking, smelling, and feeling their best. The cost i incurred is about equivalent to taking all 3 to a groomer. For those who think they can't do it, you can. Especially if you've got a dog or dogs that require a lot of grooming needs (doodles, poodles, etc) if you messaged up, it's ok! Their hair grows pretty quickly and unlike us humans their egos aren't an issue. They'll still love you as you learn even if you make them look ugly a few times

Why did you pick this product vs others?:After having a slicker brush for 10+ years, I misplaced it. My dog Gypsy was in need of a good brushing and bath. I ordered this one because it was within my budget and had good reviews. As soon as it arrived, I was brushing Gypsy. Worked exactly as it should. It easily removed the thick winter undercoat without hurting her skin. Next will be my cats and goats.I hope that this brush lasts as long as my last one.I recommend this brush for anyone who has dogs, cats, horses, goats etc. Just don't push too hard, it can scratch the skin. I have been using this type of brush for over 50 years and will not use any other.

First off--PLEASE educate yourself on how to use a slicker brush properly before using this on an animal. It is NOT like using a pin-type brush. The pins of a slicker are sharp and will irritate the skin if you push down on the brush. This is universal to all slickers, not just this one, but if you try it and think there must be something wrong with the brush because your pet won't let you brush them--it's probably how you're using the brush, not the brush itself.I got this to use on my Newfie as she's growing her coat back out--she came to me having been clipped down by previous owners. It tangles up very easily and so she needs brushing A LOT. The longer pins are ideal for dogs with lots of coat. If you have 2 or 3 giant dogs with that much coat, this brush probably isn't going to hold up, and you should invest in a CC slicker (with the denser pins--makes for quicker work, in addition to a large working surface). If you're a professional groomer, you definitely need something on that level.But if you are a pet owner who is just maintaining your dog in between groomer visits and you can't quite stomach paying $50+ for one brush for your dog...this is probably the best option I've found. The quality is not poor, by any means, it just isn't super top-of-the-line, going to last for decades. At some point, you really do get what you pay for, but you should ask yourself, what kind of quality do you NEED?The handle is nicer than the handle of the universal-style slicker brushes ,where they're just a plastic cylinder with some ridges. It's got raised rubber bits for grip on the bottom and top of the handle, as well as on top of the slicker area and right at the base of the slicker area on the business side. This is really nice because it gives you traction to grasp the handle whether you're brushing with or against the coat, and the grip on top of the slicker can accommodate your index finger or your thumb, depending on how you want to hold the brush. Sometimes, it's nice just to have options and switch your hold if your wrist or hand is getting sore. Sometimes, you need to grip the brush a certain way to get the right angle against the dog you're brushing, who, even if very well-behaved, isn't generally 100% unmoving.I've been using this for over a month and it's holding up very well. I do feel like maybe the pins aren't set into the base as well as they could be--I have a few that seem to have bent at the base or look like they're trying to rotate? But then again, this brush has been knocked down a few times by 120 pounds of very enthusiastic dog, which might have something to do with it. I like the metal crimps holding the base with the pins down--it seems potentially sturdier than those with plastic housing.Like any slicker brush, you're generally going to have to clean hair out of it with a comb. If a ton of coat is stuck onto it, you can roll it down, off the pins, but it's more effective as a brush if it's not full of hair already. Do NOT try to pull small amounts of hair off with your fingers. The pins are a great length for cuticle-stabbing. (It's so tempting to try if you forgot to grab the comb, but DON'T DO IT! Trust me!)I've also used this on my GSD/Aussie/Collie/Chow/a bunch of other breeds mix who, while he doesn't have anywhere near as much hair as a Newfie, has a TON of undercoat (thank you, Chow heritage!) It pulls out that undercoat SO WELL and he tolerates it much better than he does any other brushes.I only gave it 4 of 5 stars in easy to clean and easy to use, but that's really just because it's a slicker brush--it's not any harder to clean than any other slicker I've had with pins this long (the shorter pinned ones, you can usually get away with cleaning them with your fingers more), and it's no harder to use than any other similar brush. It's just not necessarily an inborn skill, how to brush with one of these correctly. So if you're new to slicker brushing, do yourself and your pet a favor, check out some instructional videos or ask your groomer, breeder, mentor, whoever to show you how to do it correctly to keep from scratching the skin.

I have a husky/pyrenees mix and this has been a lifesaver! She typically doesn’t enjoy getting brushed, but doesn’t mind it as much since I’ve gotten this brush. It’s great at getting out tangles and mats without much effort. She has long hair, so the longer pronged brush might be a little better but the medium sized one I got works really well.

I have 2 German shepherds and an Anatolian shepherd. Needless to say, there’s a lot of shedding. I have an undercoat rake, a furminator, and now this! I do not prefer one over the others; they each have their place. This is the perfect daily brush for our shepherds. The size is perfect for the pups and they don’t mind it.

Bought this and then the CC $70 brush. This one is far better for getting out knots on my golden doodle.Sturdy and just works better for actual brushing. Love the CC too when not he isn’t knotted, but seems like I’m always needing to get a Matt out and this just simply does a better job!

Medium size good value gets out tingles more for a medium size dog too big for my little puppies

Wonderful brush! Works really well on my wooly dogs!!!