Slicker Brush Flashcards
Usage
Brush hair in direction of hair growth. ‘Pat’the brush straight into the coat then ‘pull’ the brush out
The ‘pat & pull’ process is repeated throughout
Can be used for brushing out matts/tangles.
Coat type
Double coats - German shepherd
Silky coat- afghan hound
Wire coat- boarder terrier
Wool coat- standard poodle
Cleaning/maintenance
The slicker brush should be kept clean and maintained by keeping the brush free of hair. Also, it must be disinfected daily in a UV cabinet or other sterilising system.
Advantages
1,come in various sizes
2,supporting both dense coats & delicate skins.
3,helps remove mats.
4,it can pull out dead hair.
5, gently stimulates the skin removing layers of dead skin cells.
6, promotes healthy circulation.
Disadvantages
1,if used incorrectly can severely injure pet by scraping the skin causing ‘brush burn’
2, maintenance is required after each usage.