The problem with a slicker brush is not the brushing, it's what comes after: picking a felted mat of hair out of the pins with your fingers. This one lets go of it for you — the self-cleaning mechanism lifts the collected coat clear of the bristles in one movement, so you can wipe it into the bin and carry on.Key features Self-cleaning head: releases the collected hair in one movement, with no picking at the pins. Stainless steel bristles: fine angled pins that work through the topcoat to the loose hair beneath. Rounded pin tips: finished ends rather than sharp points, so the brush passes over skin without scratching. Contoured handle: shaped grip for longer sessions. Three colours: Pink, Blue and Grey. Specifications Bristles: stainless steel Handle: moulded plastic with grip Colours: Pink, Blue, Grey Care: wipe the head clean and dry after use How to useWork in the direction the coat grows, in short strokes and with light pressure — slicker bristles do the work, and leaning on them is what causes brush burn. A few minutes twice a week keeps most coats in order. Stop if the skin looks pink and leave it a day.