Thank you for not shaming owners for their fur babies getting matted. Matted dogs don't always mean the owners are neglecting them. Some of us just have a harder time brushing our pets who absolutely hates brushing. 🥺🙏

Most people who make those mistakes are usually people who truly care about their dogs and don’t want to hurt them or neglect them. Thank you for not shaming people and rather educate them because people who didn’t care wouldn’t even try

Love how patient you are, and not shaming the dog owner. Also, very educational.

I like how you are professional and have common sense. You put the dog's safety first!

This was really helpful! Thanks for also explaining the use of the comb. I have a 13 week old Havanese and I want to learn to care for her coat properly so that when she goes to get groomed, they don’t have to shave her hair super short. Despite my efforts she already has a mat on her back because she kept needing rear end washing the poo off. It’s right against her skin. The rest of her fur is soft and fluffy and I can see her skin easily.

Thank you i adopted a pomeranian and ive always had short haired dogs. This has helped me tremendously. I purchased a cc slicker some spray for when i brush a comb and pin brush. My boy is black with just a smudge of white on his paws. Looks real handsome now thanks again.

I appreciate how compassionate you seemed to be towards the owner, not all dogs allow you to groom them without protesting using sharp teeth. My Old English gets matted around her underarms, feet and muzzle, and she hates me grooming those specific areas. She's apparently just fine letting me de-matt her ears though. Sometimes its just safer/better for both pooch and owner to let a professional do a much better job. I feel like the groomer we were taking ours to was in constant judgment, as if I was neglecting her and I had no right owning a dog.

The best grooming video I've ever watched. A lot to learn from the kind of tools, handling, style and patience.

I just adopted my first ever long haired dog. He's part Yorkie, and his hair isn't this thick. But this is helpful for me learning how to keep him brushed out. I try to stay on top of it daily to keep tangling to a minimum. Thanks for the info!

Wow this is the first groomer that I’ve ever seen on KZfaq that doesn’t shame the pets owners for matting she seems like someone I could just be honest with she makes me want to confess 🤣 so soothing and calming she is no wonder the dogs let her do anything to them I also love how educational she is all these tips I appreciate so much

The colours of her coat are so beautiful!

Thank you for explaining so well how you work on dogs!

Thank you for all the advice and cautions. Good composure and ethic appreciate the help.

So far I have only watched half of your video and I have learned so many great tips on how to groom my dog each day!❤ Thanks, very grateful! 🙏

One of the best videos on how to de matt. Excellent

Most helpful video for being able to do it at home! Thank you so much!

So happy I found this video. You've got amazing tips for us fur owners. Thumbs up! 😀😊

This is so helpful, especially with the hand placement and how to support their legs. Thank you so much for sharing!! I have a Maltipoo so we definitely have a few brushes in her collection. I’ll try some of these tips too. Thank you!

Wow thank you for making this video! I appreciate the tips, and encouragement.

This is incredibly helpful! Thank you!

This is a great informational video. It is so helpful for a new owner to learn the correct way to groom. You are so calm and patient person.

I have a trucker pup that is a yorkiepoo and he is matted. We travel to cold areas through the winter. I cannot afford to have him shaved when it's so cold. I wish I could bring him to you wherever you are because you're doing an amazing job. You are somebody that I would trust with my little Maximus. And I would pay a lot of money to have my little guy brushed out

Thank you so much for this outstanding video. I learned so much and I am now successfully brushing out the mats in my Labradoodles’s coat. Your tone, expertise, and professionalism are wonderful. I’m looking forward to working my way back through more of your videos! Lots of tail wags from Oregon! 💕🐕‍🦺💕

Very helpful and informative!!

YES Thank you for showing us how to de-mat our dogs

I’m studying for dog groomer through Penn foster at the moment. Your videos are so helpful!

thank you! This was a totally new grooming experience for Marco (shih tzu) and I. The mats really loosened. He will be in better shape for his upcoming appointment with his groomer. Life saver in these times of on and off availability for groomers. Keep well. Marco says thank you, too.

Thank you, thank you, thank you! For an amazing video, how compassionate and calm you were and like everyone said you didnt shame people for online for how there dogs look. I was feeling so ashamed because i couldnt get all my dogs knots out and his fur was matted in spots because hes so difficult to comb i was able to comb and get some out and cut some out but he struggles and wouldnt let me do them all. I absolutely adore my doggy Toby hes my life dont know what i would do without him love him so much! So thanks again for this video! 🥰🫶🐶

Thank you TLC dog groomer, this was by far the best grooming video i have ever watched. Let me tell you i have watched many. Your commonsense approach, gentle disposition and careful handling and treatment of your guest star, Maggie, inspired me to continue watching to the end. I was also inspired to go to the local pet store and purchase some of the grooming tools I watched you use. have an 8 year old West Highland Terrier with skin issues and allergies. Often times she bites and scratches herself and ends up with open sores on her paws and belly. This means have to wait extended periods before taking her to be groomed, due to fear of infection. She has been on Apoquel for a few years now, and has to have various other topical ointments and antibiotics from time to time. I purchased the grooming tools and clipped and groomed my baby for the 2nd time. (The first time was an epic fail). The helpful pointers about the stable surface with slip-free surface mat seems like it should be common sense, but not to us all. LOL Now I know to use the small table and mat for "business". I had been trimming her hair and nails on the floor and she would simply get up and walk away. Thank you again for sharing your wisdom and sound advice. Inge's Mom from Maryland

Thank you so much . I always struggle with matted dogs . Very good video

Great tips! I have a Bouvier, so very big with a thick double coat and I like to keep her longer and fluffy and have to keep on it. I invested in a grooming table and it helps so much! She just knows she has to behave up there and she can’t just try to yank her paw away from me and walk away like she can on the floor.

Wow, you are an absolute pro. So many helpful tips and tricks on this video. You really know what you're talking about, and you clearly care a lot about all of the dogs you groom. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise.

Thank you so much for educating us how to brush and comb a matted dog! We have a Terrier mix, his hair is so long and won’t let me brush him or trim him. I’ve learned a lot by watching you right here!I need one of those slicker brushes now! Im glad I found you! 🥰💜🥰

This is so helpful thank you SO much!! I'm new to long hair and just rescued a 10 year old schipper-poo. He doesn't have more than a couple tiny matts but I want to learn and get ahead of them - and get her used to me doing it - before it becomes a problem that requires professional intervention. She's very good with being brushed so far, we have started a little since her bath today, just to test the waters. I really wanted to learn enough to, at the very least, not do any harm to her. I love that you're sharing all the little details that will allow me to confidently work on her little problems without (eek!) stables and injuries! You're wonderful

What an excellent tutorial, very good and you explain what your doing. You definitely know your Shih Tzu 👌

I just saw your video today. My shihtzu baby Charlie has had tangled hair just like Maggie's. Thank u so much for guiding the right way to get rid of tangles. Even i was thinking of getting the hair shaved off t(reluctantly,as Charlie). But I m.trying your method.. thanks a ton.

Excellent video. Thank you for sharing

So informative thank you!

Awesome video! Thank you

Very helpful information. Mags is on her best behavior because she knows she’s on camera

Thank you for such a great informational video. I saved it ! I have a Goldendoodle coming home in 3 weeks and I need all the information I can get. I already bought the slicker brush , metal combs & the detangling spray.

Thank you! My GSD has a crazy fluffy tail and it's insanely matted! I just tried cutting down onto some like you showed and I was able to keep most of his hair lol! I'll continue on but that little trick was priceless!😊

Thank you for this. My mums little dog has this problem, heading to groomer tomorrow. After this is how I will try brushing him.

Thank you for this video. Its awesome.

What a good dog!

So awesome thanks

Thank you so much for this video! Just got a Bichon mix puppy and have A LOT to learn. This answered so many questions!

I searched grooming matted dogs (Lhasa Apso) and your video came up. I'm a DIYer and your video is extremely helpful. I have grooming tools and reluctant about doing a shave down. From watching you I see I haven't been brushing down to the skin. Only the top and I need to use my comb to test. I like your scissor technique for removing Matt's. I've done this and thanks for reminding me. I'm saving your video to refer to at all times. Im your new subscriber. 👍

Thank you for showing this. I have a 10 month old shih tzu puppy that I am trying to learn to groom myself to save some money. I have tried to keep her from getting matted but she has still ended up having issues. I had a shih tzu as a kid that was always horribly matted and I tried my best to trim her hair but it was never great. I amazingly never cut her when working on her but it wasn't cute either. My motto has been to always do better when I can. This will help me to do better with my current pup so its appreciated.

Thank you for this video. Non pro here looking to keep my boy healthy.

This was very Helpful 😊 thank you for sharing this video

Thumbs and Elbows! 🤣🐾🐾♥️. That is going to be me.

Very helpful thanks

How you don't have more subscribers blows my mind. This is one of the most informative channels for dog grooming. Instant subscribe for me.

Omg! Thank you, thank you, thank you! My 2 year old Yorkie recently contracted hook worms and is being treated for that. BUT….. he hasn’t been able to be groomed since the worms are contagious. He’s been very uncomfortable due to the worms and brushing has been extremely difficult. He only weighs 4lbs. and I don’t want to over stress him. He’s a very active dog. We take him to the park daily and he loves to rub. He looks totally neglected just from looking at him. He’s NEVER looked like this. I take VERY GOOD care of him. I know he’s suffering and it’s actually gotten me depressed. He got the worms right when he was scheduled to be groomed at the groomer and he hasn’t been professionally in about 8 months. I’m so happy that you showed how to cut into the mats because I was going to d that. He has 3 mats around the mustache and beard area and one under the chin. I’ve managed to release most of the cheeks but not up against the skin but I’m working little by little. So he’s not completely matted thank God but I know they HAVE to go. I’ve watched other groomers here on KZfaq and I have to tell you that you are wonderful. The others would just complain and talk trash about the owners. That’s terrible. I’m NOT a bad fur mama. I think you need to know the circumstance first. Now I know how to hold the limbs properly, especially since my Chewie has bad hips. Yes! I hold while I brush or comb. Just like brushing a girl’s hair. For me that was just common sense. I’m so glad you did NOT shear that dog. Others have said they’re NOT going to take their time to release the mats. If YOU can brush those mats out and my dog isn’t that bad I’m sure I can. I really needed this, I’ve been in tears with my baby’s hair like this. I’m DEFINITELY subscribing to your channel. Keep up the GREAT work and bless you for taking the time with this dog and not destroying the coat. Tfs. Have a wonderful day.🤗

4/20 grooming, great free advice learned how to do this proper

This is great!

Excellent!

Best video ever

Thanks for your advice. My dog is a moving target and now I see that I was doing things wrong. I'll put him on a table with a nonslip pad (and hubby helping me while giving treats :)). I'm sad to say that I cut some mats out (it was so scary) and now I can use your safe method. My puppy and I will be so much more relaxed. He's our first dog and it's all new to us. I wish I had watched this sooner!

You're freaking awesome!

Some very good tips for my embarrassingly matted dog! Thank you.

thank u for sharing dog groom

Absolutely fantastic video! Very Informative and detailed! I loved it. My Shih Tzu looks exactly like Maggie with the exact same matt problem. My groomer hurt her hand and can’t groom for a few weeks, so I’m following your lead & gonna try it 😬🤞🏼🐶🐾🐾

My tiny poochon hair is always getting matted and groomer always has to cut hair off. This the best informational video I’ve come across for grooming dogs. Ima step my game up.

HAHA my girl's name is Maggie and she HATES 2B brushed. THANK YOU SO SO MUCH!! Gr8 tips

Thank u for showing how to cut into the mat into little Mats, I am going to have to come out my moms maltese, he is a nightmare of mats and she doesn't want to shave him. So I'm going to try this, thank u again !!!

"well, he doesn't like it and he just walks away" LOL, exactly!

Great groomer 📣 🏆🥇 you are definitely one of the few good groomers on UTube that I’ve seen . I also enjoyed your calmness and professionalism. You didn’t hate on the owner , or get angry 😡 and say things to the dog like (poor baby) or (this is ridiculous people). I saw one groomer shame the owner through the whole video, then to add salt to the wound she shows the owner at the end of the grooming. If that’s Not shame) and that kinda groomer makes people Not want to take their dog to a groomer (am I right people?).

Thanks for posting the video. It’s the first one I’ve seen on KZfaq where the groomer deals with the mats instead of just shaves the dog. That’s a great idea - to cut/split the mats. I’ll have to try that if I see more mats pop up again. My golden retriever loves to rub her head under the sheets and is prone to getting them under her ears. I’ve been trying to train her to brush herself but she’s 9 years old and you know what they say: you can’t teach an old dog new tricks.

These videos are so helpful! I’m always learning through different videos and each time my dog is less matted (bc I’ll use these tips to prevent it) my dog got super matted when he got neutered bc we weren’t allowed to brush or groom him for 2 weeks so I had to cut off Matt’s and get him shaved. Then now his coat was doing so well but then he got wet (he tipped over a bowl on himself) while he was tangled so he got super matted in the back :( he’s gonna get groomed but I want him to be mostly de matted so the groomer doesn’t cut off too much. Now I understand why he moves so much whenever I groom him on the floor! And I also learned about brush burn- although I’ve always tried to be as gentle possible since he has sensitive skin but I’m gonna make notes of those tips! Thank you for this! I’m 15, this is my first dog and my family told me to get my dog I have to all the responsibilities (other than money wise) so this helps so much!! I hope I can make him feel better soon and keep getting better

🤣 I love how to talk. It’s great.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I have had a bichon for 5 years, and whenever he goes to a groomer, he's shaved every time. I will make sure to do this

Your video saved my dogs very matted front legs. Your cutting down the mat method is genius!! I went from being worried they’d shave my dog to a dematted dog :) do you have any advice for a matted chest that’s closer to the skin?

Can you please share where to buy the blue WAHL brush that you are using for taking gout the matting in this session? Wonderful video, Thank you!

Thank you for those tips, they are very helpful. I brushed my Yorkie but it is hard to don’t pull the hair, so he cries and sometimes bites my fingers. I need to find a good brush and will try the scissors but no the pointy ones because I’m afraid to hurt him.

If only you were near me!!! I have two SHIH TZU’s! I groom them myself. And it kills me, (neck and back and shoulders-surgery) But you are absolutely right, every time that I have tried to have them groomed, they take one look at them and say they will have to be shaved! One has a puppy cut, she’s very active, and that works better for her. The other has long show dog hair. She’s not a show dog. But is beautiful with her long flowing locks! I don’t want either of them shaved, I don’t like it for the reason you mentioned. THANKS SO MUCH FOR PUTTING A VIDEO OUT FOR THERE THAT SHOWS… you may have to work on it for a while, but it can be done!!! I would definitely be a loyal client if you were near. The mention of a snow blower told me you are somewhere up north! Lol I’m located in NC. But thanks again! Also , I thought I’d mention that I also use a “feather Razor to help with matts. I did human hair for approx. 30 years. You can purchase them at most beauty supply stores. I know Sally’s has them. For those who don’t have a cosmetology license! If you get one, I’d love to see another video on how you’d use it. Mostly for safety purposes. I love how you explained about the matts being all the way to the skin. Everyone should be extremely careful even when using clippers! That skin is so thin, it can easily cut them especially around the top of the legs!!!

Great video I've learnt a lot thankyou. I've recently done the most stupidest thing, I bathed my dogs like another groomer on here suggested and it's the worst thing I ever did. I used a shower pouffe as she suggested and now both my dogs are full of matts, luckily enough they are at the groomers on Monday. I feel bad for my dogs as one is worse than the other with the matts all across her chest is a matt. My dogs are in my little pic at the side. One is just like the one you are dealing with now. I feel like the worst dog Mum ever. I've waited 3 months for this groom for my dogs because my groomer was full, I tried 3 other groomers and they were all full until September. Xx

Thank you for a great video. Any recommendations on a set of tools I should purchase? I do dog rescue and there is no telling what type of dogs I will get but mostly small ones ... often kind of Disney Dogs (shaggy dogs) ... my neighbors call me the Disney Dog Lady. Thanks for all you share.

oh dear i have a chorkie who has matted ears like that little dog i was wanting to watch a vidio to see how to use the tools before buying them i keep her coat and legs short but not her head hair she hates being brushed thanks for sharing i will get this tool and try it

This video is excellent! I have two Maltese girls. 🐾🐾Could you give me some advice about the comb? I comb them every day, but their hair gets matted. I've been thinking about a better solution for a long time, but I need help figuring it out. What tools would you recommend? Thank you! 😇

Can you share what the brand of slicker brush is that you use? Thanks!

Im going to try this on my yorkie poo . what kind of brush are you using

I've been cutting my own hair for about 20 years now and some friends every now and then. I always cut it wet for less mess and crisper cut. I used to have a Miniature Schnauzer that I also groomed every 3 to 4 weeks since I hated matts on the dog and used to cut her wet too. I never had the patience for matts and could never do what you just did. That dog would have been clipped all the way down. Some tips I have learned if you are going to use your vanity to clip the dog on use a mat that doesn't move a towel just won't cut it. Have a way to secure the dog with a lead you might find the floor better so you can secure the end of the lead to a table or door knob. If you are nervous about clipping the dog or are in a hurry the dog will sense that and will be nervous too. Introduce the dog to the clippers and Dremel for the nails. I never used the clippers without a guard it is too easy to cut the dog with a bare blade. When purchasing clippers I just purchased regular people clippers since anything that says dog on it hikes the price for no reason. You can buy Ship to Shore clippers at Harbor Freight for $ 8.97 and the only difference between them and my Wahl Clippers is that the Wahl has a 1/2 in guard and a right and left fade guard. The number 1 guard is close enough and it comes with good scissors and comb make sure it is well oiled and keep those all together and don't use them for anything else. Good luck if you start grooming your dog you will get growled at and maybe bitten so if that would upset you take it to the groomers.

Do you have a link for the blue slicker brush you are using

I tried getting some scissors to cut big mats into smaller mats on my golden mix. But all I find are scissors that have blunted tips. Where do you get your tools?

“Lady your mattes are the least of your worries” so funny and true 😭

Does it matter what kind of slicker brush you use? I have a small one but it is flat on the back and not curved like the one you are using. Thank you

Oh Thank God,.I found this video, my dog has a lot of matted hair. Would this cause excessive scratching,

Thanks for making me realize I have the wrong slicker brush (soft bristles). Where can I get one like you are using so I know I am getting the stronger bristles?

Wow thank you for this video 📹 💗 I actually have a bit more understanding about why my tiny toy poodle get's knotted up (clean her after outside play - but don't always brush her there & then) will now ❤ Also wondering what brush do you recommend for her as I find she doesn't like the one I use (like your blue one here as hair isn't super thick so worry about it hurting her skin 🤔 Another good eye opener is do it up off her play or cuddle spots - where do I get a lead like this from so can keep her safe (not fall off a table or bench) please 🙏 Lastly tear stains do you recommend anything as my girl get's them badly (creamy coloured hair so looks extremely gross) 🫣🫶

I got my dog from another owner, and she came super matted. She hatteeesss grooming, and the knots keep getting worse even if I'm trimming her knots and brushing her. I don't have a lot of money, so it has been tricky trying to do it at home. Thank you for this video! I will be doing this with her tonight. If it doesn't work, to the groomers we go

Hello, I know this is an old video but I’m hoping you will help me and reply. I also have a shih tzu which I have learned to groom at home cause a lot of issues. I have always maintained him good with combing and no conditioner rinse just spray leave it conditioner but I have been diagnosed with RA and having a hard time now. I do okay in summer cause I just shave him but don’t like to do that in winter cause he gets cold. My questions are about slickers I have never used one and having a hard time finding reasonable priced ones that will not scratch him. I see the one in your video but I don’t think they make them anymore could not find it. Please are there any good ones you recommend for home use. Thanks and thanks for the video.

Do you find that using the leash helps? I have my dog on a rug on top of my dining table but I'm CONSTANTLY having to get him yo stand up; he either tries to sit or lie down (he's 16). He also refuses to let me do his face. Any tricks for that?

as a tt owner yes this looks like some work, but everything is brushable, maybe with the help of cutting into it, but the activet matzapper will loosen it up in no time 2:07 and double coated hair always mats, you don't need to rub it also the dog seems to be quite well behaved

My dog has very tight matts. I was thinking to cut them off but I don't want to make a serious mistake and hurt him. Can I use baby oil or olive oil to help loosen the matts with my wire brush? what can you advise?

Do you brush while their legs are still wet? (What you mentioned early in the video about when you rinse off the dogs paws and legs in a sink and then don’t brush them.)

Thank you for sharing these tips!! Can you tell me the exact model of the brush you’re using and the other ones that you recommend? Thanks again!!

Is there a second half to this video? It’s the front legs I have problems with on one of my havanese and the video stoped right at that point!

I walked into a grooming place a few days ago down in Miami Fl and randomly got a job with no experience and no real training, just sort of thrown into brushing out washing, and drying all types of dogs (well I haven't done any washing yet, just the before and after) learning and being corrected 'on the job'. If I don't get fired it'll be thanks to videos like these