Pugs aren’t just adorably cute dogs. They are also amazingly efficient at getting their short pet hair all over the place. It’s one of life’s mysteries.
To combat this hair shedding epidemic are hundreds of products to collect the hair from wherever it can be found. Here are the top 5 brushes for pugs.
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What Are The Best Brushes For Pugs?
Pet Grooming Brush
This professional-level grooming brush is well crafted and perfect for efficiently brushing your pug’s fur.
This brush removes up to 95% of your pet’s dead ends, tangles, and shedded hair.
The comb blade is rust-resistant, removable, and made from 100% stainless steel.
The handle is crafted from durable plastic and designed to deliver precise, user-friendly grooming for your pug.
This long-lasting brush can also be used for other breeds of dogs and cats making it a truly versatile grooming tool.
All of these features easily place this product within the top 5 on our list.
Pros
- Works well to groom and maintain your pugs coat
- Handle is easy to hold and comfortable to maneuver
- Works well to remove tangles and matts in your pugs fur
- Clean up is easy with the detachable head making it simple
- Great quality for an amazing value
- Can be used for long and short hair breeds
Cons
- Can be a bit rough for your pet as the comb teeth are short
- Difficult to comb the underbelly especially the harder to reach areas
- Some pugs don’t like the roughness of it
- May cause bald spots depending on your dog’s overcoat
- May scratch your dog’s skin leading to discomfort
Pet Neat Self Cleaning Slicker Brush
The Pet Neat Self Cleaning Slicker Brush is an exceptional grooming tool that comes with retractable bristles which allows an amazingly simple cleanup process.
Much like the #5 spot, this particular brush is designed to remove tangles, dander, dead fur, and matted hair with ease.
This brush excels in its ability to efficiently brush your pet’s underbelly and hard to reach spots.
The brush is easy to handle. The best feature of this brush is the retractable bristles which allow for an amazingly simple and easy cleaning process.
Just click the button and the bristles retract allowing you to remove the hair without dealing with it becoming wrapped or tangled in the bristles.
Pros
- Does not scratch skin or leave bald spots in the fur
- Retractable bristles allow for easier cleaning
- Covers a good surface area allowing for quicker brushing and grooming time
- Easy to hold handle allows for better usability
- Can be used on all types of pet fur, as well as on dogs and cats
Cons
- Bristles are made of metal and may cause skin irritation
- Smaller length of bristles contribute to some difficulty in grooming animals with short hair
- Some types of pet hair may fall off of the bristles creating a messier cleanup process than advertised
- Pets may not like the feel of the metal bristles
Petgle Brush
Much like the other brushes featured so far, this one also is designed for multiple breeds of dogs and cats. It can handle basic grooming and shedding tasks.
Making this product stand out is the ability to purchase two different sizes which takes into account the different sizes of the animals themselves.
The stainless steel blade of this brush is removable and can be washed to remove any hairs that stick between the teeth. The handle is designed for easier holding and usage.
The brush also comes with a 3 year warranty which makes this particular brush stand out amongst the competition.
Pros
- Catches a lot of hair gently and without injury to pet
- Grooms and maintains the overcoat while also helping the overcoat
- Pets seem to enjoy the brushing with this particular brush
- Works on both short and long hair types
- Very effective in removing tangles and dead fur
Cons
- Over brushing can result in many bald spots
- Handle isn’t as durable as other products and can snap off
- Brush blade is capable of scratching the skin
- Some animals may not like the feel of the brush blade
- Not as easy to remove fur from the brush blade
Pro Quality Self Cleaning Slicker Brush
Much like the other slicker brush in this countdown, the Pro Quality Slicker Brush is also self-cleaning allowing for easier cleanup.
This particular brush is also a better brush for pugs (and dogs/cats of similar size).
This brush also stands out in that the bristles are much softer and gentler on your pets skin.
The design is easy to hold and handle allowing for a better and more thorough cleaning of your pet’s coat.
The brush is able to handle matted fur, tangles, dead fur, shedding, and most grooming issues.
It also is designed to provide a more enjoyable brushing experience for your pet.
Pros
- Pet friendly design allows for an easier grooming experience
- Tines of the brush don’t get stuck when cleaning or storing the brush
- Easy to use handle allows for better application of pressure to effectively groom your pet
- Bristles are a tad bit softer allowing more comfort for your pet during grooming
Cons
- Brush head may be a bit too bulky for smaller sized pets
- Over brushing of extremely short haired pets can result in scratching
- Handle may break after several uses
- Not as effective against dander or dandruff
- Doesn’t hold up well to extensive or moderate usage
Pet Grooming Glove
While not a brush in the technical sense, this product is unique in that it allows you to pet away shedded hair!
This grooming glove comes with 255 silicone grooming tips that gently massage your pet while providing a decent grooming experience that your pet will enjoy.
Unlike the metal brushes featured above, the silicone glove allows for easier ability to reach hard to touch areas on your pet while allowing for a more safer grooming experience.
The glove can also be used to help bath your pet for an even greater efficiency in hair removal. One size fits all.
Pros
- No risk of cuts, bleeding, or injuries to your pet’s skin
- Does not cause severe bald spots in your pet
- Easy to clean with or without water
- Gentler, more natural grooming process for your pet
- Massages your pet while safely removing shedded hair
- Pets love the feel of the glove
Cons
- Gloves are a bit tight on larger hands and snug on smaller hands
- Hair doesn’t come off as easily as advertised
- Not as effective on longer haired breeds
- Doesn’t remove as much hair as other, more traditional, brushes
- Not effective on dander or dandruff
Wrap Up
There you have it, those are the best brushes for pugs. Whether your pug is a super shedder or not, it’s important to choose a brush that your pug will enjoy.
Not all pugs are the same choosing a brush should take this into account.
Keep in mind their comfort, don’t apply too much pressure while brushing, and don’t sacrifice quality for design.
Your pug will thank you in the end. While the more traditional brushes may have been more effective in removing shed hair, they also come with the risk of causing your pet damage.
Thus, we think the best brush for pugs is the safer but less effective grooming glove.
While it may not have removed as much fur, it can safely groom your pet in a more natural manner.
The design of the product also makes it a winner in terms of longevity.
Without hard plastic parts that break easily, this product allows for longer usability a win by any means.
Making it better is that it doesn’t irritate or cause your pet to break out let alone attack you every time you attempt to brush or groom your it.
In the end, your pug’s health and enjoyment should win out.