Hmmm, I find it easier to brush when the hair is dry. They both get a bath once a week. Zanders hair does not tangle much, I use a spray leave in conditioner, body oderant. Jazzie has thicker hair (I've never cut it yet) she gets a conditioner. I notice that when I comb her hair every day, (she finds it relaxing) I feel the conditioner is still aiding in getting any tangles out quickly. I comb her hair with a brush from Pure Paws, and when I brush if there is a knot, I hold the hair, and work the knot out, so I'm not pulling on her skin or hair.