by Babette Woodhouse
Getting a dog entails more than only feeding and walking your pet. Dog owners must adhere to a grooming schedule to help keep their pet healthy and happy. A part of a healthy dog’s lifestyle is a suitable grooming kit for home use and in between regular grooming appointments with a professional groomer. A complete dog grooming kit should have brushes, shears, a nail trimmer, and a good shampoo for your pet specifically.
Our focus right now is on the pet trimmer or dog clipper. There are numerous clippers to pick from, which range in price. As a professional groomer, I can tell you that the lower priced clippers will only lead to disappointment in the short term. A number of well-known manufacturers, such as Oster, Andis and Wahl, create a good quality product that will last much longer, at a mid-range price. Remember to just use groomers that are created specifically for use on dogs.
Maintaining your pet’s coat can be a daunting job. If you need help with how to properly trim, brush or clean your pet’s coat, consult a professional groomer or your veterinarian. Your groomer will be more than happy to show you the proper way to maintain your pet’s coat in between regular appointments. Doing a bit of regular home grooming will make the overall grooming process – including trips to the professional groomer – much easier.
WHAT TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN LOOKING FOR A PET CLIPPER * Price range that suits your budget * A product made by a well-known manufacturer * Speed(s) – better models have two or more speeds * The number of RPM’s, which will determine the quality of the cut * How much the trimmer weighs * The types of options that the blades have, and what the maker of the trimmer offers * Battery operated or standard electric corded pet trimmer
A pet trimmer should be of superior quality, easy to handle and relatively silent. Correct handling of the pet trimmer will provide a smooth trim and a relaxing experience for your pet. Should you want assistance in how to handle the dog clipper on your pet, request a brief appointment with your groomer to get some instruction. We would rather help you maintain your pet’s coat than for you linger too long only to have to totally cut off your pet’s coat completely.
A quality pet grooming clipper will be an investment that will provide years of service and will make your home pet grooming an easier task.
Learn more about best dog clippers. Stop by Babette Woodhouse’s site where you can find out all about professional dog clippers and what it can do for you.