2007-02-28 23:21:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I used to be a dog groomer, so maybe I can help steer you in the right direction. The brand of clipper that I prefer is Oster. There are many brands that make a do-it-yourself home kit, but personally I think they make those just to frustrate you into going to the groomers. Do not waste you money on any new clipper under $100, and yes, unfortunately, true pro clippers do cost around $200+. The clipper traditionally came with 1 blade, but that may have changed since my pro days. Depending on the "size" of the blade, they do cost around $50 each, and you really do want more than one blade even if you use only one size. The reason for that is that the blades get hot as you use them and you do not want to burn your baby with a hot blade. Yes, they _can_ get hot enough to cause a bad burn. The blades get hot not only due to their own friction but because the motor of the clipper gets hot and the heat is transmitted to the blade. Having a spare blade or 2 to switch to makes it so you do not have to stop and wait for the blade to cool down enough to continue clipping. Optimally, you would have 2 clippers and a minimum of 2 of each size blade that you use. Then there are the products needed to maintain your clipper and blades.
What might be your best bet is to find out if there are any grooming schools where you live. Back when I trained it was a small privately run school, and not all that expensive when compared to other trade schools. The course wasn't very long either, a couple - 3 months if I remember correctly. A school will show you how to handle a dog that is not thrilled with the whole situation, and to do it without hurting the dog. They usually have an arrangement with a supplier to provide the students with the needed supplies, usually at a discounted rate even if only a small discount. They teach you how to care for your equipment as well as how to use it. If there are no grooming schools near you, maybe you can get a local groomer to take you on as an apprentice.
The link below will show you the different equipment that is available. They do not quote prices to the general public as they sell only to retailers, but you can at least see the sort of things you would need to look for.
If you do decide to just jump into it on your own, please! be very careful as you can do severe damage with clippers.
Having said all that, good luck, and have fun!
2007-03-01 00:15:54 · answer #1 · answered by doggzma 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
DON'T DO IT!!!
That's a job for PROS!!! You could easily INJURE it besides the FACT that it will look like CRAP!
Do NOT F around w/SCISSORS!!! They'll cut...even BLIND a dog,if you don't know squat about grooming!
You have a GROOMING TABLE? W/a NOOSE? Nail wackers? Combs? Brushes? Mat-splitters? Dryers? REAL shampoo? A RAISED tub w/a TETHER? A hose ?
****WHY***** did you get a coated breed if you're gonna BUZZ IT?? That's pretty stupid,isn't it?
Btw...the machine is called a CLIPPER!! They run $200+/-,need different size blades at $50 a piece,etc.etc.
Hey,your dog...butcher it if you want.
2007-03-01 07:37:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Use a scissors if you want to make the hair of your dog become short and use a shaver if you want a hairless dog.
2007-03-01 07:27:15 · answer #3 · answered by Marc A. Bacus 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is a lot harder than it look to groom a dog. you did not say what kind of dog you have . Most dogs do not need to be clip. there coat is a protection againts the heat and cold. if she is a breed that does need to be clip. you need the right type of equipment to do it. .Please take to a groomer in your town if you can. they might be able to help you.
2007-03-01 07:50:41 · answer #4 · answered by Skyhoss 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would be very careful, phone ur dog palour and ask whats the best.my friend uses his hair clippers
2007-03-01 07:30:55 · answer #5 · answered by michellejoryeff j 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋