[header] How to groom a longhair dog [title] Get your materials ready. [step] A while before you begin the grooming process, you need to stock up on brushes, combs, clippers, shampoos, and conditioners. [substeps] For brushes, bristle brushes can be used on all coat types. 
In general, the longer the coat the more widely spaced and longer the bristles should be. Wire-tipped brushes without rubber ends are also a good choice for dogs with long, coarse, or curly coats.