JW Pet Gripsoft Slicker Brush Soft Pin review

Features

  • Best slicker brush
  • Ergonomic handle
  • 90-degree pins to prevent scratching

If you’re looking for the best brush for Poodle coats, the JW Pet Gripsoft Slicker Brush Soft Pin is a great option. This slicker brush has stainless-steel pins designed to help you tackle tangles, prevent mats, and remove dirt and loose hair from your Poodle’s hair. The pins are angled at 90 degrees, designed to run parallel to your dog’s skin so they don’t scrape your pup’s delicate skin during brushing.

The plastic, ergonomically designed handle has a non-slip grip to fit perfectly in your hand. I found this grip made using the brush very comfortable to use. I felt that the brush head was a good size, and I generally felt this brush was high-quality especially for the low price.

Pros

  • Owners of dogs with curly hair, including Poodles and Poodle mixes, found that this brush helped to get rid of the loose hair that wasn’t being shed
  • Most owners found this brush helped to tackle mats and tangles, even with curly-haired breeds like Poodles
  • Owners felt the brush was gentle on their dog’s skin, unlike other slicker brushes they’d tried
  • Owners generally felt this brush was good quality and were pleased with their purchase
  • Some owners stated their dogs enjoyed being brushed with this brush, even those who usually hate being groomed
  • Many said this brush was comfortable in their hand and easy to hold during use
  • Several owners said this was the best brush they’d tried, and they would recommend it to others

Cons

  • Some felt the pins were too stiff and closely packed which they didn’t like and worried wouldn’t be comfortable for their dog
  • Some stated this brush wasn’t comfortable to hold during grooming
  • Some owners felt this brush wasn’t good quality and were disappointed with their purchase
  • Some owners found the brush didn’t get rid of as much loose hair as they’d hoped
  • Some felt this brush was too harsh on their dog’s hair

Hartz Groomer's Best Combo Dog Brush review

Features

  • Best combo brush
  • Pin brush and slicker brush in 1
  • Excellent value

The Hartz Groomer’s Best Combo Dog Brush is a great option, providing 2 brush types in 1. The pin brush side helps to remove tangles and loose hair, while the bristle brush side is designed to distribute natural oils through your Poodle’s coat and enhance shine. I feel the dual-side aspect of this brush makes it very handy and great value for money.

I appreciated the easy to hold handle and lightweight feeling of this brush. If you’re looking for the best brush for Poodle mixes this combo brush is a great option. It even comes at a great low price.

Pros

  • In general, owners found this brush helped to remove tangles and mats, as well as removing loose hair
  • Many owners said this brush left their dog’s coat in excellent condition
  • Owners found the dual-sided aspect of this brush handy and felt it made the brush great value for money
  • Owners of dogs with thick or curly coats, like the Poodle, found this brush moved through their dog’s hair easily without pulling at it
  • Many said this brush was easy to use and comfortable to hold during grooming
  • Some said their dog loved being groomed with this brush, even those who usually don’t like being brushed

Cons

  • Some felt this brush wasn’t gentle enough for their dog, especially owners of short-haired breeds
  • Some said this brush wasn’t as effective at removing loose hair and tangles as they’d expected
  • Some said the bristle side of the brush was too harsh for their dog
  • Some owners experienced breakage after a period of regular use and stated the brush wasn’t good quality
  • Some found the brush hard to clean, especially when their dog was shedding heavily

Safari Wire Pin Brush for Dogs review

Features

  • Best pin brush
  • High-quality, durable handle
  • Great for light brushing

The Safari Wire Pin Brush for Dogs is a great choice for day-to-day grooming of your Poodle. The pins are great for brushing out dirt and loose hair and tackling light tangles. You can use it alongside other brushes for heavier matting.

It’s designed to distribute your Poodle’s natural oils throughout their coat as you brush, leaving it in a healthy, shiny condition. The handle is designed to be durable and comfortable to hold. I felt this pin brush was excellent quality, easy to use, and good value given its low price.

Pros

  • Owners generally felt this brush was great for dealing with tangles, mats, and shedding in a range of dog breeds
  • Many stated that this brush was very durable and held up well over time
  • Some said they felt the flexible pins didn’t pull on their dog’s hair and were gentle on their dog’s skin and coat during grooming
  • Owners found the brush was easy and comfortable to hold and allowed them to get a good grip during brushing
  • Many owners said this brush left their dog’s coat in great condition
  • Owners generally felt this brush was good quality and good value

Cons

  • Some owners felt this brush was too harsh on their dog’s skin and coat
  • Some owners experienced breakage after a period of regular use, in particular mentioning the handle cracking or the pins coming loose
  • Some owners of thick or double-coated dogs found this brush didn’t go through their dog’s fur and wasn’t good at getting rid of loose hair
  • Some felt this brush wasn’t good quality and weren’t happy with their purchase

Li'l Pals Double-Sided Dog Comb review

Features

  • Best comb
  • Double-sided for versatility
  • Loosens mats

The Li’l Pals Double-Sided Dog Comb is a fantastic choice to get rid of tangles from your Poodle’s hair. With 2 sides: 1 with closely packed pins and the other with looser pins, this comb is very versatile. As well as detangling, you can use it to lift dirt, pests, and loose hair out of your Poodle’s coat.

This comb is small so is more suitable for tackling stubborn, matted spots in Standard Poodles used alongside a brush. Alternatively, for toy and miniature Poodles this is the perfect size for all-over grooming if you choose. I found this comb easy to use and felt it was great value.

Pros

  • Owners generally felt this comb was gentle on their dog’s fur and skin during grooming
  • Useful tool for removing dirt and debris from your dog’s coat, especially around delicate areas like the face
  • Owners appreciated the double sides, feeling it made the brush more versatile
  • Most owners felt this comb was comfortable to hold and generally easy to use, even owners with medical issues that make it hard to grip items
  • Owners of toy and small breeds felt this comb was the perfect size for their pup
  • Owners of a variety of breeds found this comb was great for removing tangles around the ears and eyes

Cons

  • Comb is small, with some owners finding it was far too small for their dog
  • Some experienced breakage, in particular mentioning the teeth of the comb breaking
  • Due to the small size, some owners found the handle too small to hold comfortably

HandsOn All-In-One Pet Bathing & Grooming Gloves review

Features

  • Best grooming gloves
  • Can be used wet or dry
  • Relaxing way to groom

The HandsOn All-In-One Pet Bathing & Grooming Gloves are an excellent gentle option, perfect for use both wet and dry. I loved that these could be used during bath time to massage in shampoo or to gently brush my dog when they were dry. I felt they were multi-use and my dogs enjoyed being groomed with them.

The gloves massage your dog and mimic a stroking action, while rubber nodules along the fingers and palm brush through your dog’s coat and get rid of loose hair. If your dog isn’t a fan of being brushed, this is a perfect way to get them used to the process while keeping them relaxed. While these grooming gloves are slightly pricier than other options, I feel they’re high-quality and worth the investment.

Pros

  • Most owners found these gloves were highly effective at removing loose hair, both when used during bath time and when used dry
  • Even owners of dogs who don’t usually like grooming found their dog enjoyed the sensation of being groomed with these gloves, with many stating their dog loved the attention and feeling of being stroked rather than brushed
  • Owners loved that you get 2 gloves in this set, allowing them to use both hands at once during grooming
  • Many owners stated these gloves were well worth the investment given their effectiveness and high-quality
  • Owners felt these gloves were comfortable for both them and their dog during grooming

Cons

  • Hair doesn’t stick to the gloves in the same way as it does with a brush and instead falls to the floor which some owners didn’t like
  • Some found it difficult to clean the hair off the gloves after use
  • Some found these gloves didn’t remove as much loose hair from their dog as they expected
  • Some felt the raised nubs on these gloves were too harsh for their dog’s skin
  • Some owners found these gloves weren’t as effective as a traditional brush