By using a glove, your animal will only have the impression that you're petting them, not working on their hair. Bath Bathing your animal in luke warm water can also help to loosen any dead hairs that may be tangled in their coat. Use a gentle, pet appropriate shampoo and follow each bath with a short combing and special treat. Remember, the more your animal enjoys this chore, the longer they'll sit still. Feel free to apply a palm full of conditioner, which will make your grooming job simpler in the future and also help to condition your pet's sensitive skin.
Conditioners come in many forms including spray on, bottled and foams.
Use whatever is easiest. Also, never bathe your pet more than once a month. Animals have sensitive skin and bathing too frequently can often irritate already sensitive skin by destroying essential oils. There are some excellent dog trimming clipper sets on the market. If your dog has never been shaved before, trying taking him to a dog groomer the first time to help acquaint him with the process.