[header] How to choose grooming supplies for your cat [title] Buy a slicker brush. [step] A slicker brush is a rectangular-shaped flat brush with thick steel bristles. A slicker brush is used to remove dirt, debris, and tangles from the coats of both long and short haired cats. 
It's an especially good choice for a long haired cat with a fluffy undercoat. Buy a slicker brush online or at your local pet store and introduce it to your cat slowly (e.g.