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Brushing between grooms: the five-minute habit that saves money
Matting is the number one reason a groom costs more than expected. Here's how to prevent it.
Matting happens when loose hair tangles against the skin and tightens. It pulls, traps moisture, hides skin infections, and often leaves a shave-down as the only humane option.
The right tools
- A slicker brush for curly, wool, and long coats.
- A metal greyhound comb to check your work — if the comb does not slide to the skin, the mat is still there.
- An undercoat rake for double-coated breeds during shedding season.
Where mats hide
- Behind and inside the ears
- Under the collar and harness
- Armpits and the back of the legs
- The base of the tail and the rear
Five minutes a day is enough for most coats. Never cut a mat out with scissors — the skin lifts into the mat and cuts happen easily. Let us take care of it instead.
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