If you own a Cavoodle, Labradoodle, Groodle, Spoodle or any long-haired, or curly coated dog, learning how to line brush could be the difference between a healthy, fluffy coat and a trip to the groomer for a complete shave down.
Many owners believe they're brushing their dog properly, only to discover hidden knots and matting close to the skin. That's because traditional brushing often only removes tangles from the top layer of the coat.
Line brushing is the professional grooming technique that ensures you brush the entire coat from the skin outwards.
What Is Line Brushing?
Line brushing is a grooming technique where you separate the coat into small sections and brush one layer at a time.
Rather than brushing over the top of the coat, you work methodically from the skin outwards, ensuring every part of the coat is free from knots and tangles.
Professional groomers use this technique because it is the most effective way to prevent matting in oodles and other long-haired or curly coated breeds.
Why Is Line Brushing Important?
Matts often form close to the skin where they're difficult to see.
Many dog owners brush the surface of the coat and assume their dog is knot-free, only for hidden tangles underneath to continue tightening.
Line brushing helps:
- Prevent painful matting
- Reduce grooming costs
- Keep coats fluffy and healthy
- Improve coat condition
- Make grooming appointments easier
- Detect tangles before they become serious problems
What You'll Need
Before you start, gather the right tools:
A light mist of g'oodles Detangling Spray can make the process easier by helping to loosen knots and reduce friction while brushing. This makes grooming more comfortable for your dog and helps prevent unnecessary coat breakage.
Step 2: Brush Small Sections
Using your g'oodles Everyday Slicker Brush, brush the exposed hair away from the skin using gentle strokes.
Work in small sections rather than trying to brush large areas at once.
Once the section is brushed through, lift another small layer of coat and repeat.
Think of it like turning the pages of a book.
The long pins of the g'oodles Everyday Slicker Brush help penetrate deep into the coat, allowing you to reach tangles hidden beneath the surface.
Step 4: Check With a Comb
This is the step most owners skip.
Once you've finished brushing an area, run your g'oodles Everyday Comb through the coat.
If the comb glides through easily from skin to tip, you've successfully removed the tangles.
If the comb catches, there are still knots present.
Many groomers use the saying:
"If the comb can't get through, the coat isn't brushed."
The g'oodles Everyday Comb is designed to detect tangles that can often be missed during brushing, helping prevent small knots from developing into painful matts.
The Secret to a Knot-Free Oodle Coat
The best grooming routine combines:
g'oodles Everyday Slicker Brush
Using all three together allows you to brush through the coat effectively, identify hidden tangles and maintain a softer, fluffier coat between grooming appointments.
Regular line brushing with the g'oodles Everyday Slicker Brush, followed by a thorough check with the g'oodles Everyday Comb, and supported by g'oodles Detangling Spray, is one of the easiest ways to prevent matting and keep your Oodle or curly ahired dog looking its best.
