Chris Christensen Kärben Slicker Brushes

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Our Medium Pin Slicker Brush for Medium Length Coats!

The Kärben Slicker brush by Chris Christensen is expertly crafted to cater to the needs of Groomers, Handlers, Dog Show Enthusiasts, and Pet Owners aiming for an effective tool to manage the integrity of the coat. Kärben Slicker Brushes are perfect for removing tangles, matts, shedding coat, and debris, while keeping coats well maintained to prevent impacted matting which could lead to irritation on the skin. May also be used to fluff the coat, along with brushing out thick, dense, coat types. Available in our three most popular brush sizes, Kärben Slickers feature an ergonomic handle and 17mm pin length with high-quality stainless steel pins nested within a stylish black pin pad.

17mm pin length
Ergonomic handle design
Ideal for all coat types
Made in China
Covered by our 6-month Manufacturer's Warranty

Brush Dimensions

Extra Small Slicker - 2 1/2" head • 6 1/2" body length
Small Slicker - 3 3/4" head • 6 1/2" body length
Medium Slicker - 5" head • 7" body length

Which Slicker Brush is Right for My Breed?

When deciding between our families of slicker brushes, we ask that you first consider coat length:

	Big G Slicker Brush	Big K Slicker Brush	Big A Slicker Brush	Karben Slicker Brush	Mark Slicker Brush
Pin Length	27mm	27mm	27mm	17mm	12mm
Coat Length	Long, Dense Coat	Long, Super Dense Coat	All Long	Medium	Short
Function	Detangling	Deshedding	Volumizing, and Finishing	Volumizing, and Finishing	Brushing, Deshedding, Finishing

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05/31/25

Lisa T.

02/17/25

Unbelievable!

I honestly didn’t think that a brush could be so good! I have a geriatric cat who sheds constantly. This brush is amazing!

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Stephanie S.

01/29/25

Perfect Brush for Ragdoll Cats

I had a smaller Mark brush based on a groomer’s advice. However, it was not actually getting deep enough into my ragdoll’s coat so he looked nice but was still getting skin level mats, and hated being brushed because it just pulled instead of brushing out. This Karbon brush is finally long enough in the tines to get down to the skin and the differ...Read More

ence in results was immediate. He still has mixed feelings about brushing, but seems to enjoy the skin massage and no more mats!!! Read Less

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Danielle M.

03/15/24

Gentle on my puppy

I bought a slicker at my local pet store, but my puppy was very sensitive to it. I ordered the Karben slicker and I could immediately tell the difference in quality. She lets me brush her with minimal complaint.

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Minday W.

08/23/23

Perfect For Small Dogs!

Perfect for both my Cavachon and Teddy Bear. Matts come out easily. Softer than the Big G and the perfect size for small dogs. I have arthritis in my hands and find this easy to use.

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Judy B.

05/01/23

Karen Slicket

Love this brush. Makes my Papillon look amazing

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Chris Christensen

05/22/25

A: Hi Linda,

Thanks so much for your question! Since your toy poodle’s coat is currently around 2 inches long, we’d recommend the Kärben Slicker Brush in size Small. It has 17mm pins, which are ideal for shorter coats like your dog’s.

The Big G Baby brush you ordered has 27mm pins, which are better suited for longer coats—typically 3-4 inches or more. You’ll definitely be able to use it once your dog’s coat grows out, but until then, you might find it a bit aggressive for everyday grooming at this length.

Hope this helps, and feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!

Best,
The Chris Christensen Team

05/02/25

A: Hi Kathy,

Thanks so much for your question! Yes, for your 12-week-old Bichon Frise puppy, the Kärben Slicker Brush in size Small is the perfect choice. As your Bichon grows, you may continue using the Small size and could very well continue with the same size into adulthood.

If you plan on keeping the coat longer, you might consider upgrading to our Big A (chrischristensen.com/chris-christensen-big-a-slicker-brushes) or Big G (chrischristensen.com/chris-christensen-big-g-slicker-brushes), which have longer 27mm pins for deeper coat penetration on longer coats but if you plan on keeping your Bichon shorter, you could absolutely continue using the Kärben.

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any additional questions!

Warmly,
The Chris Christensen Team

04/04/25

A: Hello Sandra G.,

For your 3-year-old, 6 lb Biewer Terrier, we recommend the Chris Christensen Karben Slicker Brushes (chrischristensen.com/chris-christensen-karben-slicker-brushes). These brushes are the perfect “Goldilocks” option with 17mm pins, striking a balance between effectiveness and gentleness—ideal for tackling mats and tangles without damaging the coat. They are particularly suited for areas prone to matting. We would recommend size Small or XSmall.

For the longer, flowier parts of your dog’s coat, we suggest the Chris Christensen Fusion Pocket Brush (chrischristensen.com/chris-christensen-fusion-pocket-pin-brush). Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller dogs like yours, ensuring precise and gentle grooming for maintaining a smooth and polished look. Please let us know if you have any additional questions!

Cheers,
The Chris Christensen Team

A: Hello Sara D.,

Thanks for reaching out, Sara! For your small Standard Poodle with a short cut, we recommend the Karben Slicker Brush in size Small. This brush features 17mm stainless steel pins that effectively detangle the coat without being too harsh, making it perfect for maintaining your dog’s coat at home. It will also help remove debris like burrs, seedheads, and grasses that your pup might pick up in the mountain desert environment of Idaho.

You can find more details and purchase the brush here: Chris Christensen Karben Slicker Brushes (chrischristensen.com/chris-christensen-karben-slicker-brushes). Let us know if you have any other questions!

Cheers,
The Chris Christensen Team

03/03/25

A: Hello Patricia,

For a Shih Tzu, we'd recommend the Karben Slicker in size Small. It will be the perfect size for your dog without being too overwhelming. May this serve you well in your endeavors! Please do not hesitate to reach out with additional questions.

Cheers,
The Chris Christensen Team