I often use a mikki with retractable teeth when the dogs are moulting as it is so easy to clean.
The small one I use is nothing special, just a standard slicker.
Mary have you tried a cat or rabbit slicker brush? Some of them have plastic teeth with a bobble on the end and are very gentle. I used to use one on my rabbit and he loved it. You might need to use a comb afterwards though to make sure any tangles deep down in the coat are out?
