INSTRUCTIONS: - Only comb in the direction of the hair growth. - Work the tool into the hair above the mat. - Cut mats out using an outward pulling motion. - Hold smaller mats with your fingers to reduce unnecessary pulling. - Use a mild rocking motion to help cut through touch mats easier. TIPS AND CAUTIONS: - Do not pull straight dawn as this may hurt your dog. - Take extra caution removing mats around the ears, tail, underarms, and paw pads.