Dog Grooming Supplies

The Andis Premium Firm Slicker Brush is my first choice for dog brushing and the one I absolutely will not live without.

It smooths tangled hair quickly so a comb will run through the hair easily. It also works great for lifting and fluffing the hair while blow-drying.

This Oscar Frank Universal Slicker Brush is another great choice for routine brushing and blow-drying.

On the higher end, this Big G Large Slicker Brush by Chris Christensen is recommended for standard poodles because it has more and longer scratch-free pins for penetrating deep into longer coats. The ergonomic handle helps to reduce hand fatigue.

Some groomers feel this slicker brush replaces the need for a pin brush and use it almost exclusively for all their brushing needs.

The Pin Brush is great for routine dog brushing because it works so well for removing tangles in the poodle’s coat.

This Chris Christensen Pin Brush is one I use often and highly recommend for it’s durability.

This Andis Pin Brush is another excellent choice for routine dog brushing. It works amazingly well while being very gentle on your poodle’s skin. In fact, it’s the most gentle dog brush I have found and is my personal favorite.

I use this one alternately with the Chris Christensen brush above and love them both.

The Bass Hybrid Groomer has pins on the outside and boar bristles in the center.

This brush helps to detangle and shine at the same time by redistributing oils throughout the coat. Recommended for medium to long coats.

I have this brush and use it myself, but do not consider it an essential poodle grooming brush.

When shopping, look for a comb that has wide teeth on one side and narrow teeth on the other.

I have the Andis Pet 7 1/2″ Steel Grooming Comb and it works great.

I also have the Andis 10 inch comb and prefer this one when clipping. It has longer teeth that work great for fluffing the hair. The larger size speeds up the combing process.

It has a few narrow teeth at the end to remove any loose mats that you find.

I like to have both the small and large size combs handy while I’m grooming.

This Buttercomb by Chris Christensen is the Cadillac of grooming combs.

Expensive, but maybe the last comb you’ll need to buy for your standard poodle.

This Master Grooming Dematting Tool comes with 9, 10, or 12 blades.

Poodle Pet Dematting Rake – I have this dematting rake and absolutely love it!

I use it often when I groom our white standard poodle (who has very fine hair).

It works great on those high friction areas that mat easily.

Hertzko Mat Remover – This is another option for mat removal. The smaller size is handy for removing small mats and for getting into those hard to reach areas like inside the leg.

PatYourPet Dematting Rake – This is a dematting and undercoat rake. Nine teeth on one side remove stubborn mats and 17 teeth on the other side help thin the hair.

Our black poodle has very thick, fluffy ears and this rake works like a thinning shear to remove excess hair and help it lay down nicely.

Plier-type Nail Trimmer – Professional dog groomers generally tend to prefer the plier-type dog nail trimmer.

The plier cuts from both sides of the nail at the same time and is consequently less likely to crush the nail.

This Professional Dog Nail Clippers from Epica gets rave reviews on Amazon and is our preferred style of nail trimmer.

Guillotine Trimmer – The guillotine trimmer only cuts from one side (make sure you have a sharp blade).

Some people feel that it’s easier to see and control where they’re cutting with the guillotine trimmer.

If you’re looking for the guillotine style, then this Millers Forge Pet Nail Trimmer is the one we recommend.

Styptic Powder – It’s important to keep styptic powder on hand in case of the unfortunate event that you trim your poodle’s nail to short (cut into the quick) and cause it to bleed.

The brand we recommend is Bio-Groom Sure Clot Styptic Powder.

Nail Grinder – Even though it’s not considered necessary in your toolbox of dog grooming supplies, another option is an electric nail grinder.

A nail grinder removes the rough edges that can catch on furniture and carpeting, giving your dog’s nails a more rounded and smooth edge.

Most professional dog groomers will finish off nail trimming with a nail grinder.

The Wahl Professional Animal Ultimate Nail Grinder is the one I use. It is very lightweight and quiet and has a variable speed control.

Hair Removal – The ear powder and hemostat are used to remove hair from your dog’s ear canal. We use Bio-Groom Ear Fresh Ear Powder.

Hemostats come with a curved or straight edge. It’s totally a matter of preference.

Cleaning Ears – Use the cotton balls and ear cleaning solution to clean, dry and deodorize your dog’s ear canal.

Our absolute favorite ear cleaning solution is K9 Ear Solutions by Liquid Health.

Large Dog Toothbrush – This Petrodex toothbrush has a large 360-degree brush on one end and a smaller brush on the other end for those hard to reach areas.

Dog Toothpaste – Do NOT use human toothpaste on dog teeth. It contains fluoride, which isn’t safe for your poodle and is not meant to be swallowed.

Petrodex Enzymatic Toothpaste comes in a poultry flavor that our dogs love.

Dental Spray – We recommend Petrodex Dental Spray for help in controlling plaque between brushings.

Dental Gel – Dr Mercola Dental Gel is another alternative for plaque control. It contains 8 essential oils to help clean teeth even without brushing. Just squeeze onto your finger and massage on your dogs teeth and gums.