It is folded into a loop and usually has leather handles that are held with a clip that can be removed. Flea combs are especially nice to deflea dogs. Just run a flea comb through the coat then dip into soapy water to kill the fleas on the comb. Aside from the daily brushing is a weekly regiment of cleaning teeth and ears. It is best to discuss your dog's specific needs with a qualified veterinarian.
Different dogs have different needs.
The dog's teeth and lips can be cleaned once a week with a fifty-fifty solution of water and peroxide. Using a clean surgical gauze soaked in the peroxide solution, wash the teeth, gums and lips to help reduce plaque, tartar and bacteria from attacking the mouth area. If bad breath is problem there are several products with chlorophyll to significantly reduce the bad doggie breath. Ears can be cleaned with a product called Opticlean. Again saturate surgical gauze with the solution then clean the ear.