• About Us
    • Where Do You Begin? Right Here!
    • News Segment Clips
    • Contact
      • Letโ€™s Work Together!
    • What I’m…
      • Giving Away!
      • In Love With…
  • Pillars
    • Reflect
    • Relate
    • Relax
    • Restore
  • Parenting
    • All Things School
    • Arts and Crafts
    • Disney
    • Family-Friendly Activities
    • Tips and Tricks
  • Lifestyle
    • Beauty
    • Books
    • Cleaning
    • Fashion
    • Food
      • Drinks
      • Recipes
      • Restaurant Reviews
      • Wine
    • Gardening
    • Gift Guides
    • Health
    • Holidays
    • Home Life
    • Organization
    • Pets
    • Reviews
    • Travel
      • Asia
      • Europe
      • Cruises
      • United States
    • Womanpreneurs
  • Shop
  • Calendar
    • LIVE in the Lounge Video Vault
  • Nav Social Menu

The Modern Mom Lounge

Lifestyle, Parenting, Food, & Travel

  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Best Dog Grooming Supplies

Stella has most definitely made herself at home over the past 3 months.  Her quirky puppy ways make us smile and keep us on our toes all the time!  She has a tendency of getting herself into some stinky situations, so I researched and found some of the best dog grooming supplies. 

Stella is a golden doodle – a mix between a poodle and a golden retriever. She has hair, not fur and does not shed, but requires regular hair cuts – about every 6-8 weeks.  

The products below are perfect for any breed!

Splish Splash – Bath Time!

I am grateful that Stella doesn’t mind taking a shower (bathing in a tub is another story).  One of my favorite “human” brands, Kiehl’s, now makes the best dog shampoo and rinse.  The mix of chamomile and glycerin helps to moisturize the pup’s coat, keeping it super soft. 

Other notable shampoos and rinses are below:

Towel Time!

I also recommend a good dog towel.  You could most definitely use a standard bath or beach/pool towel, but these large microfiber towels are great because they help dry your furry friend that much faster.

Brushes

Your dog’s coat will determine the type of brush you will need – and there are a few different types to choose from! 

Slicker Brushes

These brushes look the most “painful” to me (but they aren’t – unless you accidentally jab yourself with it).  The fine, short wires help to remove mats in medium to long-haired or curly-haired dogs such as golden retrievers, poodles, yorkshire terriers, st. bernards, and cocker spaniels.  The longer the hair, the more of an opportunity for matting and knots.

Bristle Brushes

If you have a frequent shedder, then you need one of these brushes in your collection.  Used mainly for smooth coated pups, the tight clusters of bristles help to remove loose hairs.  Italian Greyhounds, Pugs, and Jack Russell Terriers are just a few breeds that can benefit from a bristle brush.


Rakes

Sounds scary, right?  I wonder who named these brushes BUT the name makes sense.  Rakes are designed to brush through thick coats to remove tangles and undercoat.  It essentially rakes through the coat.  Look for a rake that has pins the same (or as close to) length as your dog’s thick coat.  German Shepherds and Chows are perfect candidates for a rake.

Pin Brushes

Pin brushes look the most like a brush you or I would use.  Although they don’t really benefit your pet’s coat as they just pick up loose hair at the top of the coat, they are the most well-known.    


Dog Wipes

If Stella wants to hang with us on the couch or cuddle in bed, her paws need to be wiped after galavanting outside.  You can use conventional wet wipes or baby wipes, but I worry about the chemicals.  (Stella licks her paws at times and I can only imagine what the poop situation would be like afterward.)


Dog Nail Clippers

Dog nails grow FAST.  If they aren’t consistently walking on pavement, which helps to grind down their nails a smidge, you are going to have to cut them at some point.  You could always bring them to the groomer or nicely ask the vet at the next appointment, but we like to have a pair handy just in case.  NOTE: there is a vein within each of your pup’s nails that you need to be cautious of.  It is called a “quick”, and there are ways to make it recede.  

drawing of a dog paw and nail
via PetHelpful.com

We use a grinder, which takes a little bit of getting used to (for Stella, not us).  Here are some great clipper and grinder options:


Dog Grooming Supplies Debunked!

I’ve also created an Amazon Storefront with a lot of the items mentioned above!

What dog grooming supplies do you use to keep your dog looking and smelling fabulous?

golden retriever

53 Comments Filed Under: Pets

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Nyxie says

    at

    Great suggestions. We have a cat so bathing isn’t a regular thing but we still have similar brushes etc for her!

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      Nyxie, I once tried to give my cat a shower – never again! LOL

      Reply
      • Fae Celine says

        at

        We give our chowchow a bath every week but this morning we took him to the groomer to trim and style his fur. These are great grooming supplies for dogs. My favorite is definitely the dog towels

        Reply
        • Dana says

          at

          Chowchows are gorgeous dogs and do require a lot of grooming! I’m sure the towels come in handy when bathing!

          Reply
  2. Adreanne says

    at

    Iโ€™m not a pet owner yet, but this is good for when I buy my future, furry baby. Thanks for the tips!

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      My pleasure Adreanne!

      Reply
  3. Joanna says

    at

    I had no idea that there were so many types of dog brushes on the market, each with a different use. The nail clipper is very handy, no pet needs to struggle with long claws. I use one for my cat’s claws every week.

    Reply
  4. Natalie says

    at

    Stella is adorable! While I don’t have a dog, I definitely plan on it in the future so this is super helpful!

    Reply
  5. Alvin says

    at

    Stella is so adorable. I never knew that there are a lot of brushes for different dog coats. We where planning to adopt a dog soon and this post will help us know what supplies to get.

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      Thank you! She’s a doll. I wish you luck with your new puppy!

      Reply
  6. Jasmine M says

    at

    I didn’t even know dog grooming wipes were a thing. I am definitely going to have to buy some for my dog. Thanks for this!

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      I know! There’s something for anything you can imagine when it comes to pets ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  7. fashionandstylepolice says

    at

    Lovely dog items here. Great for dog owners. I didn’t know dogs had their own wipes. Good to know.

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      There’s just about anything you can imagine for pets!

      Reply
  8. Mommy Peach says

    at

    Thanks for compiling this list. I will make sure to keep these products in mind when we get a dog.

    Reply
  9. Mommy Sigrid says

    at

    Nice list! We don’t have a dog. We cannot afford the care and nobody really has the time to take care of him. My daughter wants one though.

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      I completely understand your stance on pets. They are a huge responsibility and added cost.

      Reply
  10. Lindsay L says

    at

    Stella is such a cute Goldendoodle!

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      Thank you, Lindsay! I think so too ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  11. Dani Flanders says

    at

    Our dogs have super short fur, so we don’t have to worry too much about heavy grooming with them, but it’s still great to have a good shampoo and nail trimmers no matter what kind of dog you have!

    Reply
  12. Jennifer S Walker says

    at

    I had no idea kiehls had a dog shampoo! I’ll have to pick some up for my girls. I need paw wipes too as one of my dogs keeps wanting to get into the dirt and it’s always on (only, thankfully!) her paws).

    Reply
  13. Cindy Ingalls says

    at

    I’m a big fan of dog wipes. They are a nice option for in-between baths or if your pup gets a little extra messy.

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      So true, Cindy! Romps in the mud call for their paws to be wiped for sure!

      Reply
  14. Patricia M. says

    at

    Stella is a cute pie, she looks like my dog Kona, he is also a golden doodle. I love the wipes for in between baths. I need to try the shower method since Kona is not a big fan of the bath either.

    Reply
  15. Nicole says

    at

    Oh that rake is such a good idea! I never thought about that before! Iโ€™ll have to keep that in mind for when I get a dog.

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      The rake really helps with knotted fur!

      Reply
  16. Stacie says

    at

    I have a bristle brush for my two weiner dogs. They really do work wonders on their coats.

    Reply
  17. Jessie says

    at

    I’m going to be honest. I didn’t know dog wipes existed. And my dog is 8!!!! I love this list, thanks for compiling it. Love the pictures of your little pup!

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      Jessie, I didn’t know either until we got Stella (and she’s like the 4th dog I’ve owned!).

      Reply
  18. joy says

    at

    thanks for the shampoo recommendation. i am actually in the market for one.

    Joy at The Joyous Living

    Reply
  19. littlemisadvencha says

    at

    these are all must-have! ๐Ÿ™‚ the dog is super cute… <3

    cha @ littlemisadvencha.com

    Reply
  20. Ntensibe Edgar Michael says

    at

    Nniiicceeee….for now, I think I will need the Bamboo palm brush, the most.

    Reply
  21. Heather says

    at

    We usually take our puppy to the groomer, but we’ve been discussing the idea of trying to groom her ourselves. This is a great start!

    Reply
  22. Fatima Torres says

    at

    That bamboo brush would be perfect for our husky. His coat gets EVERYWHERE during shedding season.

    Reply
  23. Angela Milnes says

    at

    A good brush goes a long way. It has really helped me to keep them dirt and bug free for the most part!

    Reply
  24. Emman Damian says

    at

    Wow! There’s so many dog grooming supplies to choose from. Thanks for these tips! I learned a lot!

    Reply
  25. Emman Damian says

    at

    Wow! There’s so many dog grooming supplies to choose from. Thanks for these tips! I learned a lot! Thank you!

    Reply
  26. Autumn says

    at

    I am actually looking at changing up our dog’s grooming supplies and appreciate your suggestions. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      I’m glad my suggestions came in handy!

      Reply
  27. emily zielinski says

    at

    I find these nail clippers also work well on rabbits too.

    Reply
  28. Subhashish Roy says

    at

    Stella is so cute and am happy that she has settled down. Would love to follow her stirues and on her grooming.

    Reply
  29. Melanie williams says

    at

    My friend will love you for this article. Her dogs are number one and I wil wing this her way x

    Reply
  30. Subhashish Roy says

    at

    Stories I mean.

    Reply
  31. angelina says

    at

    What a cute and lovely doggy stella is. Adorable! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  32. BCP Veterinary Pharmacy says

    at

    Great list of grooming supplies!

    Reply
  33. Heena says

    at

    Yeah, we should make our pets feel special.
    Nicely written blog
    Thanks for sharing this.
    Keep it up ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      Glad you enjoyed the article, Heena!

      Reply
  34. Ricky Flynn says

    at

    How do I know which product is the best among the ones listed here?

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      All of them are items I have used in the past or have heard amazing reviews about!

      Reply
  35. Afton Jackson says

    at

    I like that you advised brushes with short wires. Our pet schnauzer Matilda gets hurt when we use long wired brushes. It would be nice if a pet wellness service nearby can help us trim her hair.

    Reply
  36. Tara says

    at

    A rake is a MUST HAVE for my small pom! Her coat is ridiculously thick omg! We still take her to the groomer though, it takes a pro to get allll that undercoat out before it mats!

    Reply
    • Dana says

      at

      Yes! It’s so important to find the right brush for each breed. I’d love to see a pic of your super cute pom!

      Reply
  37. ayoub benjiri says

    at

    It is great that you are getting advice like this out there as a professional, experienced groomer! It does make a difference when someone knows what they are doing. Our pets deserve the best! It is surprising that there isnโ€™t any licensing involved with grooming.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Primary Sidebar

Footer

Looking for something? Maybe we can help!

Copyright © 2021 · The Modern Mom Lounge · Design by Studio Mommy

๐—ฆ๐—”๐—ง๐—จ๐—ฅ๐——๐—”๐—ฌ๐—ฆ ๐—”๐—ฅ๐—˜ ๐—ฆ๐—”๐—ง๐—จ๐—ฅ๐——๐—”๐—ฌ๐—ฆ ๐—”๐—ฅ๐—˜ ๐—™๐—ข๐—ฅ ๐—ฆ๐—ง๐—˜๐—Ÿ๐—Ÿ๐—”!โฃ
โฃ
Oh to be a dog...such the hard life this sweet pup has.  Does your dog have human tendencies like wanting to lay on a pillow, sit with you at dinner, etc.?
If you watched our LIVE in the lounge episode last If you watched our LIVE in the lounge episode last night with Dr. Bawa you'd already be in the know about this amazing giveaway. 

It's super easy to participate!

๐Ÿ‘‰ Like @bawamedical and @modernmomlounge 
๐Ÿ‘‰ Tag sometime you feel deserves a facial! (Each tag = 1 entry) one tag per comment pls.
๐Ÿ‘‰ EXTRA entry - share on your story and tag @bawamedical and @modernmomlounge 
๐Ÿ‘‰ THREE EXTRA entries - join Dr. Bawa at Bawa Medical between 6p and 8p on January 28th during her next event!! Simply RSVP to info@ bawamedical.com
#tbt to when they rolled out the (rather large) pi #tbt to when they rolled out the (rather large) pink carpet for the Grand Opening celebration of Lilly Pulitzer on Worth Ave in Palm Beach!โฃ
โฃ
I look forward to enjoying these events in the near future!
๐—ช๐—ฒ ๐Ÿ’• ๐Ÿง€, ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—บ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐˜€๐—ผ ๐—ผ๐—ป #๐—ก๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น๐—–๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—Ÿ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜†!
๐Ÿง€ On a charcuterie board with crackers, meats, olives, and more
๐Ÿง€ NY or Chicago style pizza
๐Ÿง€ Freshly made on a salad
๐Ÿง€ Lobster mac and cheese 

What's your favorite type of cheese or dish that includes it?

Dana loves burrata and @traderjoes mushroom brie.

Jami loves brie and gouda!

#cheese
#foodinstagram #cheesy #pizza #pizzaparty #pizzapizza #pizzanight #burrata #cheeselover #margherita #charcuterie #parmesan #mozzarella #cheddar #prosciutto #pizzas #romano #swisscheese #themodernmomlounge #modernmomlounge #TMML #lifestyleblogger #WFHM #workingmom #workingmother
Popcorn is, by far, my favorite salty snack. ๐Ÿฟโฃ
โฃ
In honor of #NationalPopcornDay, tell us how you like your ๐Ÿฟ!โฃ
โฃ
Plain, salt and butter, caramel, chocolate drizzle, cheesy?
"The time is always right to do what is right." - "The time is always right to do what is right." - Martin Luther King Jr.
The sunsets have been draw dropping these past few The sunsets have been draw dropping these past few days. #nofilter