Cole's not crazy about being brushed - but what has helped is one of those rubber -toothed Grooming Mitts. Cole feels like he's being patted and stroked, which he is.

If Robin likes that, then you might be able to sneak some scritches under her chin. The one I have doesn't do a great job on mats....but it gets Cole used to 'being brushed' so he is better when I use a regular brush...for a little longer, anyway!

Or try catnip first or Feliway, if you have any.