Fido Fave Dog Slicker Brush Set — Extra-Long Angled Pins, 3-Piece

Curly and thick coats tangle from the inside out — by the time a mat is visible on the surface, the knot at the root is already well-formed. Standard slicker brushes with short pins skim the surface without reaching the base of the coat where tangles originate.

This 3-piece set pairs an extra-long angled-pin slicker brush with a stainless steel finishing comb. The longer pins penetrate to the root of thick, curly, and dense coats — including Goldendoodles, Poodles, and Labradoodles — rather than riding over the top layer. The angled pin design reduces drag as you work through the coat, catching tangles and loose fur at depth. The steel comb handles finishing, checks for remaining knots, and can be used for detail work around the face and paws.

• Extra-long angled pins reach through curly, thick, and dense coats to the base — where tangles actually form, not just where they become visible.
• Designed specifically for curly-coated breeds: Goldendoodles, Poodles, Labradoodles, Bernedoodles, and similar breeds that mat easily without consistent brushing.
• Stainless steel finishing comb rounds out the kit — checks for remaining tangles after brushing, handles fine detail work, and fluffs the coat after a brush-out.
• Ergonomic non-slip handle reduces hand and wrist fatigue through longer sessions, even when working through a fully tangled Doodle coat.
• Professional results at home — slicker brush plus finishing comb covers the full grooming workflow for most medium-to-long coated breeds.

Works Best On

Medium to long coated dogs with curly, wavy, or thick coats: Goldendoodles, Poodles (Standard, Miniature, Toy), Labradoodles, Bernedoodles, Portuguese Water Dogs, and similar. The long pins also work well for double-coat breeds like Collies and Golden Retrievers. The stainless steel comb is universal across all coat types.

Not ideal for: Very short single-coat breeds (Greyhound, Weimaraner) where shorter pins give better control. For cats with fine, delicate coats, a lighter-pressure brush may be more comfortable.

How to Use

1. Start from the ends: Work section by section, beginning at the tips of the fur and moving toward the roots — never pull straight through a tangle from the root. Short strokes break mats without causing pain.
2. Work mats from the outside in: On matted areas, start at the outer edge of the mat and use short, controlled strokes to tease it apart in layers before going through fully.
3. Follow with the comb: After brushing each section, run the stainless steel comb through to check for remaining tangles. If the comb catches, return to the slicker brush for that spot.
4. Brush before every bath: For curly breeds, always do a full brush-out before bathing — mats tighten when wet and become much harder to remove after drying. Don't skip the pre-bath step.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do the pins need to be "extra long" — can't a standard brush do the same job?
On curly and dense-coat breeds, standard pin-length slicker brushes can't reach past the outer coat layer — they skim the surface rather than getting to the root. Extra-long pins penetrate through to the base of the fur where mats actually form, making each brushing session genuinely effective rather than cosmetic.

How often should I brush a Goldendoodle or Poodle?
At minimum 2–3 times per week, and ideally daily during active growth periods. Leaving more than a week between sessions significantly increases mat formation — especially behind the ears, under the armpits, and around the collar area where friction is highest.

When do I use the brush versus the comb?
Use the slicker brush first to remove loose fur and work through tangles. Use the comb afterward to verify the coat is fully detangled and to finish the look. If the comb catches, you still have a knot — go back to the slicker brush for that section before finishing.

Will this work for a cat with long fur?
The brush can work on long-haired cats, but the extra-long pins are tuned for the density of curly dog coats. For most long-haired cats, a standard-pin brush with lighter pressure is more comfortable — the extra length isn't needed for most cat coat densities.

How do I clean the brush after use?
Use the included steel comb to rake collected fur from the base of the pins to the tip, then remove it. For a deeper clean, rinse under warm water and air dry completely before storing.