What is a slicker brush good for?

Removing loose undercoat, lifting tangles before they become mats, and finishing a brush-out with a smoother coat. Slicker brushes are the most versatile dog brush — they work on double coats, curly coats, long coats, and shedders.

Is a slicker brush good for goldendoodles?

Yes — curly and wavy coats like goldendoodles, doodles, and poodle mixes are exactly what slicker brushes are built for. The fine pins reach through the curl to detangle without cutting the coat.

How is a slicker brush different from a paddle brush?

Slicker brushes have fine, angled metal pins for deep work — undercoat, tangles, mats. Paddle brushes (like the SalkaPet Tangle Tamer) have wider-spaced pins for smoothing, finishing, and general daily brushing. Most dogs benefit from owning both.

Will a slicker brush hurt my dog?

Not when used correctly. The fine pins can cause 'brush burn' if you press too hard or stay in one spot too long — use light pressure and keep moving. If your dog flinches, ease up.

How often should I use a slicker brush?

2-4 times a week for double and curly coats, daily during heavy shedding season (spring and fall for double-coated breeds), weekly for low-shed dogs.

Can I use it on a puppy?

Yes, with light pressure. Early brushing builds the routine — most puppies tolerate slicker brushing well if introduced calmly.

Does it work on mats?

For small mats, yes — work the brush gently around the edges of the mat to break it apart. For large, set mats that pull the skin when touched, see a professional groomer.

What's the handle made of?

Solid wood, shaped to reduce wrist fatigue during longer grooming sessions.

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For tangles + dead undercoat.

Slicker Brush for Dogs — Long, Double & Curly Coats

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Gentle on sensitive skin
Built to last
Designed for daily use

THE BRUSH FOR THE DOGS THAT MAT

A slicker brush for dogs with fine angled metal pins set into a solid wood handle. Lifts undercoat without scraping skin — built for double, long, and curly coats (Goldens, Aussies, Doodles, Border Collies).

Fine, angled metal pins
Solid wood handle
For double, long, and curly coats
Pairs with the Tangle Tamer for daily finishing

How to use

Brush in coat direction in short strokes. Lift away undercoat. Finish with the Tangle Tamer for the topcoat.

Care: Wipe pins with a damp cloth. Replace every 2–3 years with daily use.

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"Salka is the only thing gentle enough — yet effective enough — for my dog."

- Natasha S.

Madelyn founded Salka to bring low-tox living to her dog's daily routine. What started as a search for pet products that aligned with how she was already living became a line of clean, transparent grooming essentials — because what we use on them matters just as much as what we use on ourselves.

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Slicker Brush for Dogs — Long, Double & Curly Coats