Description
Long-Pin Slicker Brush for Poodles, Doodles & Dense Long Coats
Chris Christensen Chris Home Care Big G Teal Slicker Brush is a professional-inspired slicker brush designed specifically for pet parents grooming dense, long and curly coats at home. With long 27mm pins, a flexible cushion pad and an ergonomic handle, it helps remove loose undercoat, work through tangles and fluff and shape dense coats with less effort.
The Big G Teal is particularly suited to Poodles, Labradoodles, Goldendoodles, Sheepdogs, Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds and other dogs with long or dense coats. It is designed for maintaining your dog’s coat between professional grooming appointments.
Important: The Teal Big G is the Chris Home Care version designed for pet owners, rather than the original professional Coral Big G. It is intended for home maintenance of one or two dogs and does not include the professional brush’s warranty coverage.
Key Benefits
- 27mm long stainless-steel pins
- Designed for long and dense coats
- Helps remove loose and thick undercoat
- Helps detangle knots and mats
- Creates lift and movement
- Fluffs and shapes curly, cottony coats
- Helps shape heads, toplines and legs
- Flexible cushion pad follows the pet’s body
- Curved back provides additional control
- Ergonomic handle helps reduce hand and arm fatigue
- 30% more pins than Big K brushes
- Available in Medium and Large sizes
- Ideal for home grooming
- Excellent for maintaining coats between professional appointments
- Particularly suitable for Poodles and Doodles
What Is the Chris Christensen Big G Teal Slicker Brush?
The Big G Teal Slicker Brush is a long-pin dog grooming brush created for pet owners who want to maintain dense coats at home.
Its 27mm pins penetrate deeply into longer coats, helping reach loose undercoat, tangles and hard-to-reach areas without requiring excessive brushing. The brush is designed to make grooming faster and easier while also helping create lift and movement in the finished coat.
The flexible cushion pad is designed to be gentle and forgiving, while the curved back provides greater control over brushing direction and movement.
Big G Teal Slicker Brush for Poodles
The Big G Teal is an excellent choice for Poodles with long, dense or curly coats.
The long pins can penetrate deep into the coat to help remove loose undercoat and separate the hair, while the dense pin arrangement helps fluff and shape the coat.
It can be particularly useful for:
- Standard Poodles
- Miniature Poodles
- Toy Poodles
- Long, curly Poodle coats
- Dense Poodle coats
For Poodles, use the brush gently and avoid pressing the pins directly against the skin.
Big G Teal Slicker Brush for Labradoodles & Goldendoodles
The Big G Teal is particularly well suited to Labradoodles and Goldendoodles, whose curly or wavy coats can become dense and prone to tangling.
The long 27mm pins help penetrate deeper into the coat, making it easier to work through dense areas and reach loose undercoat.
Regular brushing can help prevent tangles and mats from developing between professional grooming appointments.
Big G Teal for Dense & Long Coats
The Big G is designed around coat length and density. Its 27mm pins are intended for longer coats and can reach deeper into dense hair than shorter-pin slicker brushes.
It is suitable for dense coats including:
- Poodles
- Labradoodles
- Goldendoodles
- Sheepdogs
- Golden Retrievers
- German Shepherds
- Other long, dense-coated dogs
Does the Big G Teal Remove Undercoat?
Yes. The long, densely arranged pins are designed to penetrate the coat and help remove thick, loose undercoat.
This makes the Big G particularly useful for dogs with dense coats where surface brushing alone may not reach through the full depth of the coat.
Does the Big G Teal Remove Mats & Tangles?
The Big G is designed to help detangle and remove knots and mats while grooming dense coats.
However, heavily impacted or tight mats should not simply be pulled through with a brush. Work carefully and use an appropriate dematting technique or seek professional grooming assistance when necessary.
Big G Teal for Fluffing & Shaping
One of the main advantages of the Big G is its ability to fluff and shape dense coats.
The long bent pins create lift and movement through the coat, making the brush useful for shaping:
- Heads
- Toplines
- Legs
- Columns
- Poms
- Body coats
The Large is designed primarily for the body, while the Medium is useful for legs, columns and poms.
Big G Teal Slicker Brush Sizes
The Chris Home Care Big G Teal is available in Medium and Large sizes.
| Size | Head Size | Overall Length | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large Big G | 3-3/4″ × 3-3/4″ | 8″ | Body and larger areas |
| Medium Big G | 2-3/8″ × 3-3/4″ | 7-3/8″ | Legs, columns and poms |
For larger dogs and brushing the body, the Large is generally the better choice. The Medium provides greater control for smaller areas and smaller-to-medium dogs.
How to Use the Big G Teal Slicker Brush
For best results:
- Start with a clean, dry coat or follow your grooming routine as appropriate.
- Divide the coat into manageable sections.
- Begin brushing gently in the natural direction of the hair.
- Allow the pins to work through the coat rather than forcing the brush.
- Work systematically through each section.
- Use gentle, repeated strokes to remove loose hair and separate the coat.
- Fluff and shape the coat as required.
- Remove collected hair from the brush regularly.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the skin. Chris Christensen’s instructions recommend allowing the brush to do the work through repeated gentle strokes.
Big G Teal vs Big G Coral
The Teal and Coral Big G brushes share the same basic slicker-brush concept, including long pins and the Big G pin pad, but they are designed for different users.
Big G Teal
- Designed for pet parents
- Intended for home grooming
- Limited-edition teal colour
- Medium and Large sizes
- Designed for maintenance between professional grooming
- No manufacturer warranty
Big G Coral
- Original professional Big G
- Designed for professional groomers
- Available in additional sizes
- Designed for all-day professional grooming
- Includes manufacturer warranty
Chris Christensen describes the Teal as the more accessible home-care option while maintaining the Big G’s core brushing performance.
Big G Teal vs Big K
Both the Big G and Big K have 27mm pins, but the Big G has 30% more pins than the Big K.
The Big G is a strong choice when you want a dense pin arrangement for fluffing, shaping and removing undercoat from long coats.
Chris Christensen’s brush guide explains that Big G and Big K selection can depend on coat texture and density, with Big K often suited to very thick or cottony coats.
Big G Teal vs Karben Slicker
The main difference is pin length.
- Big G: 27mm pins — long coats
- Karben: 17mm pins — medium-length coats
The Big G is therefore better suited to dogs with longer, denser coats, while Karben is designed for medium-length coats.
Big G Teal vs Mark Slicker Brushes
Mark slickers have shorter pins and are intended for shorter or medium-length coats.
The Big G has 27mm pins, making it better suited to longer coats where deeper penetration is required.
Why Pin Length Matters
Choosing the right slicker brush isn’t just about the breed — coat length and density are important factors.
The Big G’s 27mm pins are designed for long coats and can reach deeper into dense hair than shorter-pin slickers.
For best results, choose a brush whose pin length is appropriate for your dog’s coat.
Big G Teal for At-Home Grooming
The Big G Teal was created specifically for pet parents who want professional-inspired grooming tools for home use.
It is particularly useful for maintaining your dog’s coat between professional grooming appointments, helping you keep long and dense coats brushed, fluffy and manageable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chris Christensen Big G Teal Slicker Brush?
The Chris Christensen Big G Teal is a 27mm long-pin slicker brush designed for at-home grooming of long, dense and curly dog coats.
What dogs is the Big G Teal best for?
It is particularly suited to Poodles, Labradoodles, Goldendoodles, Sheepdogs, Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds, as well as other dogs with long, dense coats.
Is the Big G Teal good for Poodles?
Yes. Its long, dense pins are designed to fluff and shape curly, cottony coats, making it particularly useful for Poodles.
Is the Big G Teal good for Goldendoodles?
Yes. The Big G Teal is specifically recommended for dense coats such as those found on Goldendoodles and Labradoodles.
Does the Big G remove undercoat?
Yes. The long, dense pins are designed to penetrate the coat and help remove thick undercoat.
Does the Big G remove mats?
It can help work through tangles and mats, but severe or tightly impacted mats should be handled carefully or by a professional groomer.
What is the pin length of the Big G Teal?
The Big G Teal has 27mm pins.
How many pins does the Big G have?
The Big G has 30% more pins than the Big K.
Is the Big G Teal a professional grooming brush?
The Teal version is specifically designed for pet parents and home grooming. The Coral Big G is the professional version.
What is the difference between the Teal and Coral Big G?
The Teal is the home-care version, while the Coral is designed for professional groomers and all-day grooming. The Teal is also available in fewer sizes and does not carry the professional model’s manufacturer warranty.
Which Big G size should I buy?
Choose Large for body brushing and larger areas. Choose Medium for legs, columns, poms and smaller areas.
Is the Big G Teal suitable for Doodles?
Yes. It is particularly suitable for dense Doodle coats, including Labradoodles and Goldendoodles.
Is the Big G suitable for long-haired dogs?
Yes. The Big G is specifically designed as a long-pin slicker for long coats.
Can I use the Big G on a short-haired dog?
The Big G is designed primarily for long and dense coats. For short coats, a shorter-pin slicker or more suitable brush would generally be a better choice.
How do I use the Big G without hurting my dog?
Use gentle strokes and minimal pressure, allowing the pins to work through the coat. Do not press the brush against the skin. Chris Christensen specifically recommends brushing in the natural direction of the hair and letting the brush do the work.
Product Specifications
Product: Chris Home Care Big G Teal Slicker Brush
Type: Long-pin slicker dog brush
Best For: Long, dense and curly coats
Pin Length: 27mm
Pin Type: Dense, angled/bent pins
Cushion: Flexible cushion pad
Sizes: Medium and Large
Best For: Poodles, Labradoodles, Goldendoodles, Sheepdogs, Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds and other dense-coated dogs
Medium Use: Legs, columns and poms
Large Use: Body and larger areas
Primary Use: Detangling, undercoat removal, fluffing and shaping
Designed For: At-home grooming and coat maintenance
Keep Long & Dense Coats Fluffy, Tangle-Free & Manageable
The Chris Christensen Big G Teal Slicker Brush makes at-home grooming easier by combining 27mm long pins, a flexible cushion pad and an ergonomic design to work through long, dense coats.
Whether you’re maintaining a Poodle, Labradoodle, Goldendoodle or another long-coated dog, the Big G helps remove loose undercoat, work through tangles and create the lift and fullness needed for a beautifully groomed coat.
A great choice for pet parents who want professional-inspired grooming performance at home.