We always had shedding blades for our horses. When i heard about people using them for their dogs i though holy cripes! JMHO shedding blades aren't the greatest.. It pulls the hair out and also breaks it. I have heard a lot of lab people don't care to use them anymore..
THere is a WONDERFUL! brush out there called a Zoom Groom. It is made by the Kong Company. I swear Josie will LOVE it.. Presley goes nuts when she see's me bring it out. I take her outside and give her a good brushing with it. They are truely wonderful, You would be amazed at how much hair comes out! We always had them for the horses(a different name though) and they worked wonders on them! Presley's is actually a horse one. It massages and it also stimulates the oil glands. I would highly recommend that anyone try them.grooming site for labs
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Melissa and Presley!

P.S. I guess you guys will know why Presley's coat always looks so glossy now! Good food and this brush is amazing!