The round ball burrs found around here we cut with a matt cutter. They brush out a lot easier when broken up.
A poodle needs a haircut every 3-4 weeks anyway, so cutting out matts is no big deal, it grows right back.
We generally shave them down closer during hunting season just to make it easier.
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