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But they don't do a worse job, either. Sure, expensive bristle brushes allow you to spread the varnish out smoothly, but so does a forty nine cent foam brush. So it makes sense to use the lowest-tech, least expensive tool to do the job.
Also, the coarser the hair, the stiffer those bristles need to be. Wire-Pin Brushes: Wire-pin brushes, with or without rubber-tipped ends, are the preferred choice for pets with medium to long hair and those with curly or woolly coats. Slicker Brushes: Slicker brushes have fine wire bristles and are especially useful for removing mats and tangles. Combs. Rubber curry combs are effective at massaging the skin and removing dead hair from short-haired breeds. It is also a good idea to have a Grooming Rake or Matbreaker on hand to remove mats. Refer to the chart below for recommendations on the best brushes for your pet's haircoat.