Safari Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush for Dogs review

Features

  • Best self-cleaning slicker brush
  • Pins retract for cleaning
  • Comfort grip handle

When you’re looking for the best brush for a Havanese, it’s definitely worth considering the Safari Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush for Dogs. The stainless-steel pins work to detangle your dog’s coat without being harsh on their skin. The pins retract at the touch of a button, allowing you to remove the hair easily, making cleaning a breeze.

I loved that this brush had a comfort grip handle which I found was both comfortable to hold and gave me plenty of control during grooming. It’s available in a small size, perfect to get to all those hard-to-reach areas of your pup’s little body.

Pros

  • Most owners found the self-cleaning aspect of this brush very useful
  • Owners typically found this brush was effective at removing loose hair and dirt from their dog’s coat
  • Comfort-grip handle makes the brush easy and comfortable to hold
  • Many said this brush was durable and they felt it would stand up to wear over time
  • Some said their dog enjoyed being groomed with this brush, even those who usually don’t like grooming

Cons

  • Some found the self-cleaning mechanism was prone to breakage after a while
  • Some owners of dogs with thick coats found the brush pins weren’t strong enough
  • Some felt the pins were too sharp and worried they were harsh on their dog’s skin and coat
  • Some found the brush didn’t remove as much loose hair as other brushes they’d tried

Li'l Pals Coated Tips Dog Slicker Brush review

Features

  • Best slicker brush
  • Small size
  • Flexible wire pins

The Li’l Pals Coated Tips Dog Slicker Brush is another great option for a slicker brush, made in a small size specifically for small breed dogs. The flexible wire pins work to detangle your dog’s coat, while also removing dirt and loose fur. There are plastic tips on the bristles to ensure it’s gentle on your dog’s coat.

I found that the small size was perfect for my toy breed, and the pins weren’t scratchy on their skin. I found this brush easy to use and comfortable to hold.

Pros

  • Owners of small and toy breeds, as well as puppies, found this brush was small enough to brush their dog thoroughly, including in hard-to-reach areas and around their little face
  • Most owners felt this brush was gentle on their dog’s skin, even for those with sensitive skin
  • Many owners found this brush was effective at removing tangles and mats
  • Many found the brush helped to remove loose hair and reduce shedding
  • Some owners said their dog liked being groomed with this brush

Cons

  • Owners of medium and large breed dogs found this brush was too small for their dog
  • Some owners of long-haired breeds found this brush wasn’t effective enough
  • Some felt this brush was too harsh, stating it pulled at their dog’s hair or scratched their skin
  • Some owners found the handle was too small, making it difficult to hold

Safari Wire Pin Brush for Dogs review

Features

  • Best wire pin brush
  • Ideal for daily brushing
  • Durable handle

If you’re looking for a pin brush, the Safari Wire Pin Brush for Dogs is an excellent option, with soft pins designed for daily brushing. This brush gently removes loose hair and dirt from your dog’s coat, leaving it looking smooth and healthy. It can be used alongside other tools to tackle tangles and mats.

The high-quality handle is designed to be both comfortable to hold and durable. It’s available in a range of sizes, including a small size, to suit your dog. I felt this brush was high-quality and perfect for daily grooming.

Pros

  • Owners typically found this brush was great for tackling tangles, mats, and removing loose hair and dirt from their dog’s coat
  • Flexible pins are gentle on dog’s coat and skin, with many owners feeling they didn’t pull, scratch, or tug
  • Many owners felt this brush was good quality, stating it was durable and well-made
  • Many said this brush left their dog’s coat in great condition
  • Owners generally found the handle was easy and comfortable to hold

Cons

  • Some felt the brush was too harsh on their dog’s skin and coat
  • Some found the handle cracked or the pins became loose after a period of use
  • Some owners of thick-coated dogs found the brush didn’t go through their dog’s coat as well as they’d hoped
  • Some felt this brush wasn’t as high-quality as they expected

Hartz Groomer's Best Combo Dog Brush review

Features

  • Best combo brush
  • Pin brush and bristle brush in 1
  • Perfect for daily brushing

The Hartz Groomer’s Best Combo Dog Brush is both great value and very convenient, with 2 brush types in 1. 1 side is a pin brush, with stainless steel pins and rounded tips, ideal for daily brushing. The other is a bristle brush, with nylon bristles to help you redistribute your dog’s natural oils as you brush, leaving their coat soft and shiny.

I found that the ergonomic handle made holding the brush and getting good control easy. I loved that you got 2 brushes in 1 and for such a low price, and in general I felt this was a high-quality option for daily grooming.

Pros

  • Owners found this brush was effective at removing loose hair and dirt, as well as tackling tangles
  • Owners felt getting 2 brushes in 1 was both handy for grooming and made the brush excellent value
  • Many owners said this brush was comfortable to hold and easy to use
  • Many said this brush made their dog’s coat soft and shiny, leaving it looking healthy
  • Owners of dogs with long or thick coats found this brush moved through their dog’s coat with little effort

Cons

  • Some found the brush wasn’t as effective as they hoped, finding it didn’t remove tangles and mats well
  • Some owners of short-haired breeds felt the brush was too harsh for their dog
  • Some found the brush broke after a brief period of use
  • Some owners found this brush hard to clean especially when their dog was heavily shedding

Li'l Pals Double-Sided Dog Comb review

Features

  • Best comb
  • Small size for small dogs
  • Great addition to grooming kit

While it’s not a brush, the Li’l Pals Double-Sided Dog Comb deserves a mention as it can be an essential piece of grooming kit for your Havanese. This little comb is excellent for helping to remove tangles and stubborn mats, as well as for grooming your dog’s delicate little face. It can even be helpful to remove dirt and debris gently and quickly from your dog’s fur.

1 side of the comb has 32 closely spaced stainless-steel teeth and the other has 17 teeth spaced further apart, allowing you to alternate sides for different uses. It comes in a small size specially designed for small and toy breed dogs. I found this comb was very handy, especially for my dog’s face, and it was easy to use.

Pros

  • Owners found this comb was very useful for removing dirt, debris, and loose hair from their dog’s coat, especially around the face
  • Most owners felt the comb was gentle on their dog’s skin and coat
  • Owners of toy and small breeds found this little comb was the perfect size for their dog
  • 2 sides make the brush more versatile during grooming which owners appreciated
  • Many found the comb was comfortable to hold and easy to use

Cons

  • Some owners found the comb was too small for their dog
  • Some experienced breakage, especially with the pins breaking after a period of use
  • Some owners found the handle too small to hold comfortably