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Maximo · 06-22-2012, 05:54 PM

I have found with my boys that these are the best ways for us to fight tangles:

1. Keep the coat clean as possible

2. Always rinse shampoo out really, really well

3. Use a good conditioner and try to leave it on your dog for 5 -10 minutes before rinsing (wrap in a towel to keep warm while waiting to rinse)

4. Check for tangles daily. I don't fully brush my boys every day because brushing a dirty coat causes damage, but I check for tangles and take care of them before they grow bigger and worse

5. Use great tools: Jenny (YT user Mimimomo) sells Madan products on her website TopLinePet.com. We love the Madan rat tail comb with a steel tail for detangling. We also love wood pin brushes and small combs.

6. Use a brushing spray or leave in conditioner/detangler to make brushing easier and to discourage tangling. Every coat is different and requires different products. For my boys, I use mostly Pet Silk Silk Serum. I put a little in my hands and work it through their coats. I also use Vellus anti-stat spray. There are so many great products to choose from.

06-22-2012, 05:54 PM	#5
Maximo ♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 25,041	I have found with my boys that these are the best ways for us to fight tangles: 1. Keep the coat clean as possible 2. Always rinse shampoo out really, really well 3. Use a good conditioner and try to leave it on your dog for 5 -10 minutes before rinsing (wrap in a towel to keep warm while waiting to rinse) 4. Check for tangles daily. I don't fully brush my boys every day because brushing a dirty coat causes damage, but I check for tangles and take care of them before they grow bigger and worse 5. Use great tools: Jenny (YT user Mimimomo) sells Madan products on her website TopLinePet.com. We love the Madan rat tail comb with a steel tail for detangling. We also love wood pin brushes and small combs. 6. Use a brushing spray or leave in conditioner/detangler to make brushing easier and to discourage tangling. Every coat is different and requires different products. For my boys, I use mostly Pet Silk Silk Serum. I put a little in my hands and work it through their coats. I also use Vellus anti-stat spray. There are so many great products to choose from. __________________ Kristin, Max and Teddy Last edited by Maximo; 06-22-2012 at 05:56 PM.