Burs vs long hair pudelpointer

And the burs are winning...
I've got a 6 month old pup who loves to hunt. We've been out training a bunch and have encountered burs, but not like today... we're visiting a cottage this weekend and decided to take a long untraveled hike into a small water-hole out in the bush... it was a nice hike with lots to see... when we got back I noticed that my dogs fur looked a bit strange... under closer examination I found that she was completely covered in burs... the 2 main types on her look like little 2 prong pitch forks and skinny stick looking burs.
How do I get them off? Combing her got sum of them off, but there were still hundreds left. And picking them off works, but man its taking forever. Any ideas?
Thanks for your help!

They are called beggar ticks seeds ( 2 prongs) ; a spot I go to has them in abundance from Aug-Oct.
I find them easiest to pull out when the dog is wet. Never have found an easy way.

These are the ones I really dislike. They matt in bunches and need to be cut out... wood avens.

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Go to TSC to horse / cattle section & look for spray non aresol product called Show Sheen or close to it . Read labels apply before going in bush & burrs come right out . Luck

I would suggest trimming your dog until later in the season.

As a WHPG owner, I feel your pain. Your pup's coat will (or should be) "medium coarse" when she matures a bit. The soft fluffy coat of a pup is a pain. Most owners advise against trimming or cutting the coat as it will cause it to soften, not a desireable trait for a PP. Try the show and shine, failing that, pick by hand and use it has a bonding time. I remember when my guy was about 6 months old, he got into the wood avens and his ears and eyes were shut closed from the burrs, my wife was not pleased when we got home....

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Originally Posted by rossh

Go to TSC to horse / cattle section & look for spray non aresol product called Show Sheen or close to it . Read labels apply before going in bush & burrs come right out . Luck

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The Show Sheen works well. I also have a a comb from PetSmart that actually cuts the burrs out while combing the fur.Best product on the market.

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Originally Posted by rossh

Go to TSC to horse / cattle section & look for spray non aresol product called Show Sheen or close to it . Read labels apply before going in bush & burrs come right out . Luck

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I know of several golden people running hunt tests that swear by this product to make burr removal easier.

Do the burrs stick to short coat wirehairs bad?

I use show sheen or mane&tail. Still a losing battle though

Burrs are usually easy to comb out of my German Wirehairs . Coats need to be at least medium harsh so the hair is coarse enough to release burrs. Softer coats mat up.

We've had 3 Britts, a Golden Retriever, a Yellow Lab and a GSP over the years. Absorbine Show Sheen really works to make the burrs come out easier, but never spray it on the dog when you are in the house. It sure makes the floor slippery. I use a comb to slide the burrs out of the hair.

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Nodding beggarticks (Bidens cernua L,) are the worst. I have heard using olive oil helps to take them out but in my experience you just need to sit down on the porch with a brush and a beer. It took me several hours spread over two or three days to get all these out.

When you view the seed under magnification you can see why they are so difficult to remove. http://www.microscopy-uk.org.uk/mag/...05/Photo18.jpg

Wow, Jobber, you win. That is a serious accumulation of Velcro.

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Go to TSC to horse / cattle section & look for spray non aresol product called Show Sheen or close to it . Read labels apply before going in bush & burrs come right out . Luck

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x2...and a good 'Curry' comb works well...I have long haired dogs and this combination makes that task easier for the dog, a lot less pulling.

This post makes me so glad that I trim my britt short every late August. Burrs come out so easy. I know this isn't an option for every breed. Mine looks like a puppy again every time she gets clipped.

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... pick by hand and use it has a bonding time....

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every coin has two sides, and as unpleasant the picking is, do not underestimate above statement.
The picking is moderately unpleasant for your dog as well, but it conditions them. When you are at it, spend a second or two to check their paws, eyes and mouth. you'll be glad you did if they ever get insured.

The downside to an upland dog with a short coat that doesn't collect burrs is beat up raw skin, cut up eyelids, sore paws, raw chest.
Picking burrs sucks but their coat really does protect them.

I carry a steel comb in my vest. My wirehair picks up the odd tangle but knows to just walk over and I take care of it right there. My DD has a bit harsher coat and doesn't pick up as much debris. Get your dog used to being groomed in the field or on the tailgate and you will be happy you did. I tried that mane and tail stuff but it was so strongly perfumed, I thing it affected the dogs scenting ability. Just brush him hard and all that soft hair will pull out. You will be left with a tough ol beard.

furminator works on my dogs, you can get knock off from aliexpress etc for $6-8
next time get a dog with normal coat ;)

Furminator doesn't work as well as the comb with the cutting blade incorporated into it. PetSmart has this and its fantastic.

Feeling your pain! I to have a PP, or as you know professional burr catcher. I get a little baby oil on two fingers and give each burr a little rub. Then I brush out with a fine wire brush or comb. Sounds tedious but actually works real well.