Sliker vs Pin
I like a sliker myself |
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| I use a slicker on Clyde's paws after I've brushed him all over with the pin brush first. I couldn't imagine using a slicker on the whole body. I don't think it gets deep enough-- it would take forever! |
| I like a pin better. Tried slickers for years and they must have scratched
Drez too much cause she would squirm and try to get away every time I used it.  As soon as I switched to a pin, she quieted down. I was also amazed at how easily I can get through her coat with the pin brush. Now I'm just mad at myself for having waited so long to switch! 
Chris |
I used a pin on a keeyshound I was brushing out the other day at work and was amazed at how well it worked.That was my reason for this poll.One of the groomers swares by the pin brush and one swares by the sliker so I am going to use both and of course my trusty dusty comb. I always have to comb after I brush. Thanks for the replys.  |
| I use both...slicker first then the pin... |
That's funny, Darcy. I use both, too, but in reverse order.  |
| OK, please define the difference. I could look it up, but in my mind they are similar........I know I'm wrong. |
| slicker is a wide tooth comb...pin is much narrower |
| OK, now I've gottcha....looked at pictures.
I use slicker, then pin........but have been know to reverse depending on dog. Problem with pin is I pull them apart. The cushion part comes unglued from the handle. I remember watching one of the well know OES exhibitors preparing for a show and she was using a pin with a very narrow head.....maybe an inch wide and several inches long. She made it look so easy.........but then her dog was asleep on the grooming table. |
Grizman falls asleep when I groom him too. he is so cute until I hit a tangle than he jumps about 8 miles.Good thing He dosn't have too many.Haha  |
| Ok... Just to clarify for some...
This is a Pin brush... 
This is a slicker.... 
And this is a comb, it happens to be a "combination comb" which means one end is wider toothed than the other... 
If you take a look through the grooming section there are many posts in regards to the use of a pin brush, which in most people's opinion is essential to maintain a full coat, and in my opinion, far safer to use even on a short coat. A slicker if not used properly can leave tiny scratches on the skin which can become irritated and infected. I do use a slicker on feet and legs for the finishing touch to fluff it up. If it is not brushed to the skin, the dog is not getting proper air circulation to the skin and will mat up. A comb is great for face, feet, elbows etc to ensure no knots remain.... |
| I do agree about the slicker I have seen poor dogs come in to the grooming salon with awful brush burns from a slicker that wasn't used properly. but on really bad mats the pin brush dosn't compete.but I am getting a pin brush I really liked using it so I ordered one today. thanks for all the info. ps great idea posting the pics. |
| No, a pin brush used regularly would help to prevent the mats in the first place, the best way to get out mats is to break them up into smaller sections with your fingers and then use the comb. Much faster, and no pain and tugging for the dog. |
| I use a comb & then a slicker. |
| When I first came here, Willowsprite recommended a certain pin brush and combination greyhound comb, and I use both.
With mats, ears, and legs, I use the comb. It's the only way I can get the littlest mats to MY satisfaction. Then use the pin brush. I tried using the slicker brush, which I have, but as noted... I don't think it can get deep enough. I'm guilty of using my maltese's brush on her too but it's rare ...just admitting I have. It is a pin brush with round ends on them (so they don't hurt) even though they're not good for her coat. Really made for single "hair" coats. It's amazing how it works on mats though. I use it when I feel a mat, and the only thing in arm's distance is my maltese's brush. |
| LOL Joahaeyo, I have been known to use the kids combs when I feel a mat and I am not anywhere near the grooming supplies!
I prefer to use a comb, hubby does the 'line' brushing with slicker and then pin brush. Both of mine are in need of grooming. With all the playing here the 2 of them have crunchy spots from the other chewing! When they are groomed it lasts exactly 5 seconds until they look a mess again. |
| If your pup is in full coat and you were only allowed one brush, I would stick with the straight pin brush. Slicker really ends up being a finishing brush and really does not attack the full coat. Dog looks nice and fluffy on top, not too good underneath. |
| Okay, I just added something new to our routine.
Undercoat rake, comb, & then slicker brush to fluff him up! I'm loving this rake. |
| My dogs hated being brushed when I used a slicker exclusively. I've learned a lot about grooming through this forum and found that the big pet supply chain stores don't have the proper tools for OES grooming.
This is the first year Maggie McGee had full coat into the summer simply because she tolerated her Hindes pin brush. We eventually gave her a haircut because she was too warm and not because of the mats, first time ever! |
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