dog grooming tools
dog grooming tools
What are the best professional dog grooming clippers?
I am looking to buy a real pair of clippers for doing my dogs and to possibly get into professional grooming as well.
Experienced groomers, what are the best kind of clippers and any other tools (scissors, thinning shears, brushes, etc ) do you use and recommend on a daily basis.
I have bought some from Petsmart for like 60 bucks and then after 5-6 haircuts they are junk! Also they heat up and make lines in the dog’s coat.
Advice is appreciated!
Osters, Wahls and Andis are the best brands out there. A variety of blades of different lengths. A good pair of 8 1/2″ straight shears, a pair of fine thinning shears, and possibly a pair of curved shears are good for a beginning groomer. A variety of slicker brushes, rakes, combs of different sizes, Mar coat king, furminator, and a good quality pair of nail trimmers can make up the rest of your kit. The thing that you need most is the knowledge of using this equipment in an efficient and humane manner.
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Dog Drying Mitt $6.99 The Dog Drying Mitt is the grooming tool that will dry your pet thoroughly in the least amount of time. This microfiber dog wash accessory fits over your hand and dries pets like a sponge by using the same gentile stroking motion you use when petting them. Pet sitters and groomers alike love this time saving grooming tool. Dog Drying Mitt Features Fun paw print pattern. Super absorbent micr… |
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Dremel 7300-PT 4.8-Volt Pet Grooming Kit $24.97 The Dremel Pet Grooming Kit offers a safe, effective way to keep your pet’s nails neat and trim. Rather than risk damage and discomfort with clippers or scissors, use the kit’s rotary tool for painless, easy grooming of your pet’s nails. The rotary tool gently grinds down claws using speeds that are appropriate to the task. And because it is cordless, the rotary tool provides optimum control over … |
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Dremel 432 1/2 120 Grit Sanding Bands 6 Pack $1.76 The Dremel 1/2-Inch Sanding Band is ideal for rough-shaping and smoothing wood and fiberglass, as well as removing rust from metal and shaping rubber surfaces. This cylinder sanding band is covered with fine 120-grit aluminum oxide abrasive. This purple sanding band is easily replaceable and comes in a pack of six…. |
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Dremel 7300-N/8 MiniMite 4.8-Volt Cordless Two-Speed Rotary Tool $24.97 Add the finishing touch with the lightweight Dremel 7300-N/8 MiniMite cordless two-speed rotary tool. Thanks to its compact size and comfortable soft grips, the rotary tool helps you keep a steady hand while you work. Featuring two speeds and eight different accessories, this tool is ideal for a variety of delicate tasks that are too small for bulky machines. And it’s built for efficiency, too: if… |
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Bichon Frise Dog Grooming Instructional How To DVD Video and Equipment Guide $24.99 This DVD is Performed and Explained by a Certified Pet Stylist! Why pay $55 and up to take your Bichon Frise to the Groomer every 4-6 weeks? Buy this DVD and learn to do it all yourself at home with ease and confidence! You will learn how to express the anal glands and when you need to do this. I show in detail where the anal glands are located and what to expect while expressing the glands. You w… |
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Wahl 79524-1001 Deluxe Chrome Pro with Multi-Cut Clipper & Trimmer, 27 Pieces $34.99 Cordless mini-clipper. Multi-cut clipper. Super easy step-by-step full color instructions. Self-sharpening, high-carbon steel blades stay sharp longer. Soft storage zipper case. 27 pieces. Includes: soft storage case. 35% more power. PowerDrive cutting system. Easily cuts the thickest hair with 35% more power. The brand used by professionals. Pro quality haircut kit. Includes: multi-cut clipper; b… |
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Remington HC5550 Precision Power Haircut & Beard Trimmer Corded & Cord-Free Use $23.88 Featuring a high-performance precision power DC motor with turbo boost and titanium-coated blades for extra strength, the Remington HC5550 Precision Power Beard and Hair Clipper offers salon-quality results at home. Self-sharpening blades start sharp and stay sharp, cutting through hair of any thickness with ease. The clippers can be charged from a standard wall outlet or from a USB port for extra… |
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Remington Short Cut Clipper Rechargeable, Cordless, Haircut Kit $29.99 World’s First Clipper Designed For Guys to Cut Their Own Hair Easy, Even, Error-Free. Delivers: Easy, Even, Error-Free Hair Cutting Familiar brush-like design makes cutting hair as easy as brushing it Curved Blade Technology cuts to the shape of the scalp Bi-directional blades cut back and forth; cutting hair in half the time of ordinary clippers Built-in guide comb adjusts to multiple (5) hair … |
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FURminator Short Hair deShedding Tool for Small Cats $22.95 FURminator deShedding Tool for Small Cats – FURminator for Cats Tool and FURminator DeShedding ToolThe patented FURminator deShedding Tool for Small Cats quickly and easily removes (without cutting) the loose, dead undercoat cat hair that’s the underlying source of a pet owner’s major complaint — shedding and the allergies and cleanliness problems associated with it. Not only does this FURminator… |
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Take Along Thomas – Sodor Line Caboose $17.75 Pocket-sized, die-cast Sodor Line Caboose. Easy Connect “Smart Magnets”. Part of the Take Along Diecast Series of Thomas the Tank Engine.Approximately 2″ long.Take Along die-cast is NOT compatible with the Thomas Wooden Railway System.Product Code: LC76103by Learning Curve / RC2 / TOMY… |
The Tools You Need For Dog Grooming
Now that you have figured out how to best feed and exercise your pet, or made the decision to provide dog grooming services yourself, just what do you need to carry out your good intentions?
Bathing supplies and area
You will, of course need an area to bathe your pet, complete with good drainage and a hose device for quick and thorough rinsing. Specially formulated shampoo and conditioner are must haves and you may have to spend a bit of time researching and trying several before you find the best for your breed of dog. After bathing, your pet needs to be patted down with a designated, super absorbent towel and a quick blow dry. You may even want to invest in a commercial dog blow dryer that comes on a stand that the dog can be strapped into. This is a real aid for long haired dogs and their owners, since drying time can be prolonged. It is important to dry the dog’s coat quickly before it develops tangles and become matted.
Brushes and combs
Brushes and combs are important not only as a beauty aid to provide a silky coat but for maintaining a healthy coat. Even short haired breeds must have regular brushing to remove excess hair that allows the skin to breath. Brushing with a soft brush feels good, calms the dog and makes the coat shine. But using a hard wire brush and/or comb, is the only way to remove debris and tangles. It is also a good way to check for ticks, fleas and other parasites. The brush or comb may be made of metal or hard plastic but must have fine enough to ferret out those invaders and stand up to tangles without breaking.
Dog toenail clippers
Dog toenail clippers are a must have and come in scissor or guillotine style. They should be used biweekly or more often, according to how fast the nails grow. Keeping your pets nails trimmed will prevent nail splitting.
Scissors and trimmers
Scissors and trimmers should be specially designed for your breed of dog. Scissors should be blunt ended to avoid possible injury from a jumpy pet and trimmers must be strong enough to do the job efficiently. Get an electric trimmer with enough power to quickly shave and trim areas of dense fur without clogging and stalling.
Together with these must have dog grooming tools is your love and dedication to keeping your pet clean, attractive and healthy. Your attitude will help make dog grooming less of a chore and a really pleasant bonding experience.
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