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Pet grooming

Durable combs and brushes with clearly identified teeth, bristles and finishes.

The working surface needs to suit the pet's coat and skin.  We favor steel, wood and suitable bristles without unnecessary fragrance treatments.  Animal-derived bristles and synthetic components are disclosed, so a wooden handle is not mistaken for the material of the entire brush.

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Chris Christensen Big G Large Slicker Brush Chris Christensen Big G Large Slicker Brush STAINLESS STEEL Why we recommend it: Long stainless steel pins work through loose undercoat and small tangles in curly or cottony coats.  The Big G has a denser pin layout than the Big K, making it useful for fluffing poodles and doodle coats.  A flexible cushion and rubber-coated wooden handle help with control.  Use light pressure, and have tight mats removed by a groomer rather than pulling at the skin. Materials: stainless steel pins · wood handle · rubber grip · flexible cushion $59.99★ 4.7 · 14,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Chris Christensen Original Series T-Brush — 16mm Chris Christensen Original Series T-Brush — 16mm STAINLESS STEEL Why we recommend it: Polished stainless-steel pins lift loose undercoat, while the broad T-shaped head lets you brush with less wrist movement than a conventional oval brush.  The body is beechwood, with a flexible cushion behind the pins; the maker does not identify the cushion material.  A reusable grooming tool for routine coat care, not a chew toy.  Made in Germany. Materials: stainless steel pins · beechwood $38.48★ 4.7 · 800+ ratings View on Amazon
Resco Pro Grooming Comb — Medium, Nickel Finish Resco Pro Grooming Comb — Medium, Nickel Finish STEELUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Rounded metal teeth and a separate handle give you control when checking a coat for small tangles after brushing.  Resco identifies the steel teeth, brass spine and nickel finish, rather than describing the tool simply as metal.  The handle is polypropylene plastic, so this is grooming equipment—not something to leave within chewing reach.  Made in the USA. Materials: nickel-plated steel · brass · polypropylene handle $29.99★ 4.7 · 52 ratings View on Amazon
Chris Christensen Andreas Boar & Nylon Brush — Medium Chris Christensen Andreas Boar & Nylon Brush — Medium Why we recommend it: Boar bristles help spread the coat's existing oils, while longer nylon bristles reach through the hair—a practical finishing brush for long, flowing coats.  This offers a way to add shine through brushing without applying a scented finishing spray.  The beechwood handle has a rubberized grip, and the bristles sit in a cushion whose material is unspecified.  Made in Germany; not plastic-free. Materials: boar bristles · nylon bristles · beechwood $75.99★ 4.5 · 85 ratings View on Amazon
Resco Ergonomic Combination Grooming Comb — 1.5-Inch Pins Resco Ergonomic Combination Grooming Comb — 1.5-Inch Pins ALUMINUMSTEELUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Two tooth spacings let you work through looser tangles and then check the coat more closely with the same comb.  Long, rounded metal pins are paired with a contoured aluminum handle, giving it a more substantial grip than a straight-spine comb.  Its nickel-plated steel and brass construction is clearly identified.  Made in the USA; use gentle pressure rather than pulling through tight mats. Materials: nickel-plated steel · brass · aluminum $59.99★ 4.4 · 50 ratings View on Amazon
EquiGroomer 5-Inch Shedding Tool — Mahogany EquiGroomer 5-Inch Shedding Tool — Mahogany STEELUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Short teeth lift loose shedding hair from a dry coat, with a broad wooden grip that is easy to hold during small, controlled strokes.  Made in the USA, this version pairs mahogany with a coated steel blade instead of plastic bristles.  It is for loose hair—not tight mats—and the blade should be kept dry between uses. Materials: finished mahogany · hardened steel blade · protective coating $20.95 View product

What we avoid

These are category-level exclusions when materials or treatments are disclosed.  Each product card explains why we recommend it and lists the disclosed materials.

Parabens Phthalates Synthetic fragrance Sulfates (SLS/SLES) Formaldehyde releasers