Products I Use Everyday
These are products I use everyday as a professional groomer. If you’ve ever asked me “what brush should I use?” or “what shampoo do you recommend?”- this page is for you. These are my go-to products- chosen with comfort, safety, and real life results in mind.
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CHRIS CHRISTENSEN CORAL SLICKER
My go-to for safely working through tangles without damaging the coat.
Best for: doodle, long coats, between groom brush outs.
ARTERO 230 COMB 9”
My every dog comb. The wider parts for all combing. The smaller side for faces.
Best for: Every thing! (Remember a comb is NOT for pulling out mats!)
Brushes
KENCHII LARGE SLICKER
Softer gentler brush for white coats and sensitive skins.
Best for: short length cuts, and tender skin areas (such as inner thighs, belly, ears.)
COMBS
ARTERO GIANT COMB 49 WIDE 18
Use for longer coats with tight curls to ensure a proper brush out was done.
Best for: doodle, long coats, to follow up after brushing out.
MIRACLE CARE SLICKER LRG/SML
I use this brush on 99% of the dogs I do. It truly is a miracle brush! And a great price.
Best for: all dogs. Large brush for body areas. Small size for ears & face.
10” FLUFFING COMB
When you need that teased, fully look. “The higher the hair, the closer to heaven”. This achieves a big fluff.
Best for: bichon, doddle heads, poodle top knots
TINY POINT LARGE SLICKER
Long gentle bristle slicker for silkier coats 1 inch or longer.
Best for: long soft coats (Poms, spaniel ears, long Yorkies)
FRESH ULTRA WIDE
Smooth easy combing. I like to use this one for large dogs with tight coats on their back legs.
Best for: combo coats.
WEN CORDLESS ROTARY GRINDER
IT HAS A LIGHT ON THE END! Helps see those quicks coming through thick furry feet or dark nails.
Best for: everyone!
KENCHII ROSE GOLD CURVED 8”
I use curved on very clip I do. Kenchii is worth every penny in the quality cuts they give.
Best for: Every dog.
NAIL TOOLS
MILLERS FORGE NAIL CLIPPERS
I start with these and the round with grinder on every dog.
Best for: those pups who don’t like the grinder or with really large nails.
45 DEGREE CURVED SHEARS
A strong curved pair really helps those roundabout muzzles and ears stand out amongst the rest.
Best for: Every dog.
SMALL NAIL CLIPPERS
Perfect for those puppies, little stubborn yorkies, and hidden weird nails. .
Best for: lil tiny feet and hard to reach dew claws.
SCISSORS
CURVED THINNERS 7.5
Blender or Thinners help soften your edges for a more natural finish. Can also be useful to thin out bulk or mats that are not to the skin.
Best for: Blending visors and faces.
KWIK STOP STYPIC POWDER
Groomers never want to hit the quicks. But it does happen on occasion. This stops the bleed asap.
Best for: anytime a nail is quicked.
AGS ZOMBIE SHEAR SET
I have never been disappointed by shears from Affordable Grooming Supplies. .
Best for: all types and prices for everyone.
ANDIS RAKE FINE TOOTH
This Andis rake always surprises me with how much it helps with that extra de-shedding on short to mid length coats.
Best for: Corgi, retriever fluff and more wire hired coats.
GROOM LOOP VARIOUS SIZES
I use these for my table and a waterproof loop for in the tub. You’ll love Groom Loop! Their website has dozens of fun and exciting deigns and options. They help keep your pup safely on the table.
Best for: Everyone
DESHED & DEMAT
MARS COAT KING 23 BLADE RAKE
I use this Mars rake out compact double coats first, then follow with a finer rake if needed.
Best for: Huskies, and all double coats
GROOMING SAFER HARNESS
I love the stability this harness gives the pups on my table. It’s versatile and comfortably supports them by the lower chest and not around their neck.
Best for: barrel chest, dogs with trachea issues, or dogs with balance issues
RUBBER CURRY COMB
Everyday loves a good rub down with a curry brush. Helps de-shed and massages.
Best for: short haired coats.
TABLE LOOPS
TRACHEA SAVER ALL SIZES
Trach Saver Groom loops do not go around their necks. Specially designed to go around their sides at their withers. Also useful on back legs for dogs that constantly want to sit down.
Best for: barrel chest, dogs with trachea issues, or dogs with balance issues
LIL PALS DE-MAT COMB
Lil Pals De-Matter for puppies is the ONLY TOOL I USE FOR DEMATTING! It is small enough for tight spots and gentle enough on big mats.
Best for: All Dogs.
TUB SUCTION CUP TETHER
This is helpful in keeping your pup safely in the tub.
Best for: all pups. Please always make sure your are securing them safely and comfortably. Do not put to tight around their necks.
HYDRA SHAMPOOS & CONDITIONERS
Hydra is gentle on the skin but gives a really through clean. Makes a big difference in detailing and overall finish.
Best for: doodle, long coats, mat-prone pups, and routine bathing.
ICE ON ICE DETANGLER
A lightweight professional detangle that helps make brushing easier while leaving the coat soft, smooth, and tangle free. .
Best for: Tangled or knotted coats, pups who resist brushing.
SHAMPOO & CONDITIONERS
ENVIROGROOM SHAMPOOS & CONDITIONERS
Envirogroom is effective, clean and highly concentrated formulas that go a long way. It leaves the coat fresh, manageable, and easy to work with- without irritation or heavy residue.
Best for: sensitive skin, everyday grooming, deshedding, and high volume bathing.
BOTANIQA GROOM SPRAYS
Nourishing spray that helps prevent tangles and leaves the coat silky. Great for quick detangling or static fly aways. SMELLS AMAZING!
Best for: Knot prone, sensitive skins, curly coats
SHOWSEASON PRODUCTS
Versatile, professional grooming line with option for just about every coat type and need. It cleans throughly, rinses easily, and leaves the coat soft, fresh, and smells amazing!. .
Best for: everyday grooming, routines, coat specific options, .
GROOM SPRAY
SKOUT’S HONOR PROBIOTIC
Calming, probiotic-enriched spray that soothes skin while helping maintain a healthy coat. The Lavender adds a relaxing touch!.
Best for: Itchy or Sensitive skin, Anxious pups .
WARREN LONDON CONDITIONER
A rich ultra-moisturizing skin butter that softens and nourishes the coat and skin. Perfect for detailing and finishing, Keeps the coat silky, shiny, and manageable between grooms. .
Best for: dry brittle coats, long or curly hair, mat prone pups.
ENVIROGROOM COLOGNES
Professional grade finishing sprayes that leave coats smelling fresh and lightly scented without being overpowering.
Best for: Freshening up coats, special occasions, show ready pups, and nights out at the pup club!
HEINIGER OPAL CLIPPER
Professional quiet, lightweight clippers that deliver precise, smooth cuts every time.
Best for: full body grooming, professional or at home grooming, noise sensitive pups
EAR PLUCK POWDER
Helps you grip those stubborn ear hairs and formulated to soothe their tender inner ear skin.
Best for: all ears as needed
CLIPPERS & BLADES
KENCHII FLASH 4 IN 1 CLIPPER
My go-to for paw pads and sanitary areas. I do not use these clippers on any other part of the body.
Best for: tiny and sensitive areas
EAR CLEANER
Always follow directions as listed, I use this in the tub during bath time.
Best for: all ears as needed
WAHL MINI ARCO CORDLESS
I use the Wahl Arco Mini for my smallest pup and the little babies paw pads and sanis. They are quiet and small enough that most pups don’t even notice what’s happening..
Best for: tiny lil babies. Not strong enough for thick hair or large paws.
GROOM EXTRAS
ENZYMATIC TOOTHPASTE
I used a teeth cleaning wipe, apply the paste and use my finger to really get inter and apply on all teeth. The enzymatic component is important in choosing toothpastes.
Best for: daily on every pup
ZOLITA WIDE BLADES & GUARD COMBS
Durable, quiet blades and smooth guard combs. Built to last and stays cooler longer than any blades I’ve used.
Best for: achieving a consistent and smooth result every time. .
PAW & NOSE BALMS
A little goes along way but this stuff works. I use it as a preventative care. Your dog will love the taste and try to lick it off. I do it at the end go the groom so it doesn’t track around the room.
Best for: dry cracked paws and noses.
HAMMOCK HARNESS
I use this to do the nails on my own chihuahuas and it's necessary. It’s for this tiny wigglers with little tender legs. It’s a life saver and a much more calming nail experience for them .
Best for: small dogs(yorkies, Chi’s etc.).
GROOM EXTRAS
FLEA & EYE COMBS
I use this mainly in the tub. I soften those eye crusts and then gently use a flea comb to pull them away.
Best for: eye crusts and flea issues
TIC REMOVER
Ive never had to use it. But the day I need to I’ll be happy to have this!
Best for: tics.
HEMOSTAT & TWEEZERS
Mainly used to help but bows in hair or to help pluck large clumps of ear hair.
Best for: Bows and hair clumps
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