{"id":44252,"date":"2025-11-28T11:46:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T10:46:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dermoscent.com\/nos-conseils\/comment-bien-brosser-son-chien-ou-son-chat\/"},"modified":"2026-06-16T10:45:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T08:45:46","slug":"how-to-properly-brush-your-cat-or-dog","status":"publish","type":"nos-conseils","link":"https:\/\/dermoscent.com\/en\/our-advice\/how-to-properly-brush-your-cat-or-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"How to properly brush your cat or dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Keeping your\u00a0pet\u2019s coat in good condition<\/strong>\u00a0is not just about aesthetic appearance: it also has a positive effect on his\/her general\u00a0well-being<\/strong>. In fact, the condition of the coat is often an indicator of your pet\u2019s state of health. Regular brushing is essential because it maintains the balance of the skin\u2019s ecosystem.
\nAdditionally, having a pet in your life can sometimes create issues of inconvenience with shedding fur. Nothing is spared: your furniture, your cushions\u2026 even your wardrobe. Regular brushing is even more important if someone in the house is allergic to cat or dog hair. By accustoming pets to regular brushing when they are young, grooming can turn out to be a fun activity for both the animal and the owner. Find out\u00a0our tips on how to brush your pet properly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The importance of brushing<\/h2>\n

For cats<\/h3>\n

Because\u00a0cats<\/strong>\u00a0are particularly\u00a0clean animals<\/strong>, people often underestimate\u00a0the importance of brushing<\/strong>\u00a0them. However, cats tend to\u00a0swallow then vomit dead hair<\/strong>\u00a0accumulated on the surface of their coats (the well-known\u00a0\u201chairball\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0phenomenon) when cleansing themselves with their tongues. Moreover and although cats are talented with an astonishing flexibility, they are sometimes unable to reach certain parts of their own bodies (due to age, arthritis, etc.).<\/p>\n

For dogs<\/h3>\n

Unlike cats,\u00a0dogs do not clean<\/strong>\u00a0themselves\u00a0on their own<\/strong>. When their fur gets dirty,\u00a0cleansing<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and brushing is necessary in order\u00a0to maintain their skin in good condition<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0keep their coat looking fine and beautiful<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The benefits for your animal<\/h3>\n

For these reasons,\u00a0regular brushing<\/strong>\u00a0should be made a standard part of your pet\u2019s grooming routine during\u00a0periods of molt<\/strong>. Brushing stimulates both\u00a0blood circulation<\/strong>\u00a0and the\u00a0secretion of cutaneous sebum<\/strong>. Such mechanical action helps\u00a0remove dead hair<\/strong>\u00a0and various types of dirt and particles (weeds, soil, grass seeds, etc.) as well as\u00a0facilitate the growth of new fur<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The process of a careful and thorough brushing also gives you an opportunity to check on any\u00a0presence of parasites<\/strong>\u00a0such as ticks or fleas. Furthermore, it enables you to\u00a0detect any\u00a0wounds on the skin<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

How\u00a0frequently brushing<\/strong>\u00a0is required depends on\u00a0the breed<\/strong>\u00a0and its\u00a0fur type<\/strong>. A\u00a0long-haired animal<\/strong>\u00a0or one that is going through a period of molt will need more frequent care and maintenance\u00a0(once per day)<\/strong>\u00a0than a\u00a0short-haired animal (once per week)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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How to choose the right brush for your dog or cat?<\/h2>\n

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For\u00a0short-haired animals<\/strong>\u00a0(Boxer, Labrador, Doberman, etc.), we recommend first of all using a\u00a0metal comb with very fine<\/strong>, closely set teeth as this will remove dead hair from both the topcoat and the undercoat. Afterwards, use a soft brush to get the coat smooth and glossy.<\/p>\n

With\u00a0long-haired animals<\/strong>\u00a0(Collie, Yorkshire, Golden Retriever, etc.), it is advisable to spend some time\u00a0untangling the coat prior to brushing<\/strong>. To do so, first use a\u00a0metal comb with widely spaced teeth<\/strong>\u00a0and work away at the knots delicately using gentle, rapid movements. Then focus on each lock of hair individually, holding them at the base to avoid causing any suffering to the animal. In particularly difficult cases, don\u2019t be afraid to\u00a0use a pair of blunt-ended scissors<\/strong>\u00a0to cut the knot. The process of untangling fur can be painful for your animal; a\u00a0patient approach<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0gentle movements<\/strong>\u00a0will help to calm and reassure him\/her. If your pet resists being brushed or is frightened by the process, special\u00a0grooming gloves<\/strong>\u00a0are available. This is one health and wellbeing device which your pet is absolutely certain to adore!<\/p>\n

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Good to know<\/strong>: remember to eliminate any knot in the fur before bathing your animal as water tends to tighten them. Do not hesitate\u00a0to offer a reward or treat<\/strong>\u00a0to your pet after the brushing. We recommend beginning this ritual\u00a0from the age of 3 months<\/strong>\u00a0onwards. Your encouragement and your soft voice will soothe your companion.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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