Sheltie Grooming Tools

The Sheltie, or Shetland sheepdog, has a double coat that is long all over its body, except on the head and leg areas. The dog's outer coat is normally straight and harsh whereas the undercarriage area is usually soft and tight to the skin. A Shelties's long hair easily tangles and mats, therefore brushing can sometimes be lengthy and difficult. Because of the dog's variety of hair texture, utilizing different grooming tools is essential to keep its coat healthy.

  1. Slicker Brush

    • A slicker brush is used to bring out the undercoat of a dog and is great for a quick groom. The brush is equipped with soft bristles, which are perfect for areas that may be more sensitive for the dog, such as its undercarriage, head and leg areas. The slicker brush can remove tangles, leaving hair straight and smooth.

    Pin Brush

    • A pin brush is equipped with metal or wooden pins that easily detangle and remove unwanted hair. The pins of the brush work to separate tangled hairs and gently pull hair out of a knot with little or no pain. This brush works best on the Sheltie's long coat and tail for the recommended daily brushing.

    Undercoat Rake

    • An undercoat rake prevents your dog's hair from matting and gently massages its skin while being groomed. The brush will also remove tangles and unwanted hair from the Sheltie's coat leaving it shiny and smooth.

    Dog Detangling Spray

    • Using a dog detangling spray on your Sheltie will help make the grooming experience much easier and result in better outcomes. Dog detangling sprays are specially formulated to penetrate deep into your dog's hair and help release tangles and knots that may have formed. Using a small amount of detangling spray on your Sheltie will limit the amount of hair breakage due to its dry hair.

    Metal Comb

    • A metal comb is especially designed for dogs with long hair, such as Shelties. Its metal teeth pull easily and painlessly through any hair that is tangled, knotted and twisted. Shelties have also been known to get briars, or prickly vines, stuck in their hair; the metal comb is an ideal tool for removing them.