[header] How to give your dog a make over [title] Brush out mats and debris. [step] Use your dog's favorite brush to comb out its coat. Make sure to clear out any plant matter or other trapped debris. 
If you come across a thick mat, use a finer-toothed mat pick to remove it. [substeps] Try holding the matted fur from the base with your fingers as you comb it out at the edge.