trinabean Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Up until now my pups' coat has needed minimal attention. Just lately he seems to be shedding a bit more and the brushes I have aren't removing the old hair very effectively. I was almost convinced to buy a 'Furminator" but the only dog in the store we could test it on was a Labrador. It was effective but the Lab had a much thicker coat than my dog. I wasn't sure if it was overkill for my dogs coat. My pup is a Boxer. Opinions anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverStar-Aura Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 I find with Zeus a zoom-groom works wonders. It's made of rubber prongs, which lift out all of the loose hairs and it's also nice and soft. Zeus loves it and he sheds like crazy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Daisy Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 The furminator is a great tool, just be careful you don't get carried away and end up with bald patches (yes, I have apologised to the cat ) The furminator works well with short coated dogs and gets a large amount of dead hair out. A Zoom Groom is also a gentler option if you just want to cut down on the shedding, it just may take a bit longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenGirl85 Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 I have both the above brushes for my JRT, they both work well, I find the zoom groom to be more comfortable for her, but it's messier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakway Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Zoom Groom for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Zoom groom followed by a good body brush (boar or goat hair) - will result in a nice shiny dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinabean Posted August 23, 2011 Author Share Posted August 23, 2011 Thanks everyone, It sounds like the Zoom Groom might be the best option. Bruno isn't overly keen on being brushed but I am perservering (and picking opportune moments to do a bit!) The Furminator did seem a bit harsh so I would prefer something softer too. I will look for a good body brush too Poodlefan. I love a shiny dog! Thanks for all the replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Thanks everyone, It sounds like the Zoom Groom might be the best option. Bruno isn't overly keen on being brushed but I am perservering (and picking opportune moments to do a bit!) The Furminator did seem a bit harsh so I would prefer something softer too. I will look for a good body brush too Poodlefan. I love a shiny dog! Thanks for all the replies. Go for a body brush made from natural fibre.. it will last longer and give a better finish. They won't be cheap but you'll have it forever. I actually bought a boar bristle brush for people from Ebay - works a treat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormie Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 I use the horse grooming blocks and find it excellent for getting out loose hair. They're cheap too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinabean Posted August 24, 2011 Author Share Posted August 24, 2011 Bought a Zoom Groom and a hound glove with a chamois on the reverse side. Haven't found a boar bristle brush today, will check online though. One glistening and gleaming dog now...:D Saw your post after I went shopping Stormie. Thanks for the horse grooming block tip though. Might try one on him. Next shopping trip... Just need to work on the dreaded nail trimming now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddy Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Up until now my pups' coat has needed minimal attention. Just lately he seems to be shedding a bit more and the brushes I have aren't removing the old hair very effectively. I was almost convinced to buy a 'Furminator" but the only dog in the store we could test it on was a Labrador. It was effective but the Lab had a much thicker coat than my dog. I wasn't sure if it was overkill for my dogs coat. My pup is a Boxer. Opinions anyone? I use a Furminator on my greyhounds and I found it to actually be better than the Zoom Groom (which I'd been using ever since I got a greyhound). It picks up dandruff really well so it's good for the lamington hounds I seem to get and it definitely gets a lot more hair than the Zoom Groom. I save the Zoom Groom for bathing as it is good for massaging in shampoos or coat oils. I guess I'd probably recommend getting both :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenGirl85 Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 If you do get a furminator... Check eBay ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddy Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 If you do get a furminator... Check eBay ;) Definitely agree there. For the size I got, there was a price difference of about $50 between Ebay and most the pet shops I checked here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverStar-Aura Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Zeus doesn't like me using the furminator along his spine coz he's very bony so I guess it's uncomfortable for him. I furminate everywhere else and zoom groom after. He loves the attention!! Nail clipping is a dream with him too as I only need to clip his dew claws; hooning around our backyard and paved areas keep his others nice and blunt. I have him sit on my dad's work bench, say "foot" and he lifts his paw and stays still until I tell him to turn around so I can clip his other side (he sits side on as that's how he fits on the bench). He really is my gorgeous boy - now I just need to work on his (my) lead and walking on lead problems! Just keep persisting with the nail clipping; your pup will soon learn to sit still. I used the "stay" command once he was sitting - it kept him still on the bench. Also, does your dog know how to shake hands? I taught Zeus this before I even attempted clipping his nails. That way he was used to me holding one of his paws. Good luck! Claw clipping is not easy at first! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverStar-Aura Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Also just to let you know they sell boar bristle brushes at Priceline. I just picked one up for my bubbas!! It was $30 but I don't mind because I love spoiling them!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindainfa Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 I just use the Furminator on Lola, after her bath and just gently, gee it gets heaps of dead hairs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murve Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 I kept our horse grooming gear for our Whippet, he loves it when I use the Dandy brush & chamis We also use the rubber horse brush on our Pappys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenGirl85 Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 Huh... Never thought of horse grooming gear before Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poodle wrangler Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 I used a "slicker brush" on my sister's short haired mixed breed. Lots of hair came off, staying in the brush, though it's the brush I normally use on the poodles. If you try a "slicker" brush, just make sure it's GENTLE or EXTRA SOFT e.g. it shouldn't hurt if you run the metal bristles on the skin on your arm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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