I also recommend the types of combs that toplinepet. com has. I use a 6" metal comb for the body and a 4" comb for legs and face. The Maden pin brush reaches down to the skin and helps get any dead hair out. A bristle brush does nothing for a long coat. The metal combs also get down to the skin and are work well for detangling. I don't know what brands you have to choose from over there but they should have the same types of combs and brushes.
It is a shame that such a young puppy is matted already. Buy a good all natural shampoo and conditioner. Sulfates that are in most typical dog shampoos will strip the skin and coat of needed natural oils. When that happens the skin will start over producing oils. The fur will also tangle more easily.
I use a conditioner after shampooing and I also have a detanging spray to use on her ends between baths. She has a long coat and sometimes the ends will tangle, especially after I take her out for a walk. This time of year we have leaves on the ground that get her messy.
It is a good idea to groom your puppy at least twice a day. It should only take a couple of minutes but it is teaching your puppy to accept the grooming he will need for the rest of his life. If you wait until he is older you will have a much harder time getting him to submit to grooming. A weekly bath will keep him looking and smelling nice and will also teach him to accept the bath. Most don't like it much at first but it requires time and training just like anything else.
If his coat is matted up close to the skin you may have to carefully cut the mat out. You can try a good spray but if it doesn't loosen it up then cutting is your only other option. |