When I had my beautiful Chynna and lived with my sister, she had the job of brushing him while I was on the boat working. She didn't deep brush but just got the first layer on top. I would work on him while I was home getting the knots out a little each day. Luck was on my side and I was able to get them all out without having to take him somewhere.

I did notice that he would knot up worse at certian times of the year and it was harder to keep up so you shouldn't beat yourself up to bad over it. I brush mine that I have now and Amy just loves it, that is "our special time" together and we both enjoy it to no end...... BUT, I don't have a child to run after.