What size dog grooming scissors do I need?

Straight grooming scissors are the most commonly used. They exist from 4” to 10”. The 8” scissors are used mostly on curly coats such as: bichons, poodles, Ihasa puppies, etc. The smaller scissors from 6” to 7” are suitable for small dogs or for small surfaces, on the inside of the hind legs of poodles for example.

How do I choose a dog grooming scissors?

Size of the dog

The shear blades can be very short or very long. Grooming scissors vary in length from 4” to 10”. Choosing the right blade length depends on the size of the dog or the size of the surface you are cutting. For large dogs or large surfaces, you should use scissors with a long blade.

Why do dog groomers use curved scissors?

Curved scissors are supreme at getting trimming the hair on dogs' feet so that they look nice and round, back legs where the thigh muscle curves down to the hock, that area of the chest that blends down into the front legs, eyebrows, and many other places.

What are thinning scissors used for in dog grooming?

Dog thinning shears are specially designed to only remove a small amount of hair with each cut. When used properly, they can take blunt lines between layers or from clipper cut hair to shear cut hair much softer, creating in a more natural flow.

Should you cut dog's hair wet or dry?

Unlike people, who get haircuts with wet hair, always start with a dry, clean dog, Benesch said, and only use the tips of sharp shears to trim your dog's feet, face and tail, which will prevent you from cutting your dog if she moves suddenly.

How to CHOOSE the Right DOG GROOMING SHEAR for YOU

How do groomers keep dogs still?

Use of Grooming Restraints Such As a Noose

In such cases, groomers have learned to use restraints such as a noose. A noose is a restraining aid joined to an upside-down L-shaped metal bar. It helps restrain a dog around the neck and centers the pet on the grooming table.

How do you groom a dog for beginners?

How can I groom my dog myself?

Can I use Dawn dish soap to wash my dog?

For dogs and other easy-to-bathe pets, you will need Dawn dish detergent. Using Dawn is recommended because it works best for killing the fleas where other brands may not, and it's the safest for your pet.

What is the difference between blending and thinning scissors?

Both thinning shears and blending shears can remove weight and soften hard lines from the hair. The main difference between the two shears is that a thinning shear has teeth on both blades and a professional blending shear has one blunt blade and one blade with teeth.

Where do you put thinning scissors on a dog?

Thinning shears are used to blend clipped hair into scissored hair and clipped hair into unclipped hair. Thinning shears can also help the coat lay flat along the back and sides of the dog and can generally help keep your dog tidy between clippings. Thinning shears come in many styles.

Does a 7 or 10 blade cut shorter?

In grooming equipment, blade numbers go backwards from what you would expect. That is, the smaller the number, the longer the hair will be, and the bigger the number, the shorter the hair will be. So short haircuts will be a #5, #7, #9, #10 (named longest to shortest).

Why won't my clippers cut my dogs hair?

If your blade or comb attachment gets clogged with fur as you clip, it won't be able to cut properly, even if the blade is sharp and the clipper motor has enough power to handle the dog's coat type. Before you clip it's important to remove stuck, dead coat.

How difficult is it to groom your own dog?

It's quite simple to groom your dog at home, but it's important to have some basic knowledge of dog grooming best practices. This will help you achieve a good result and keep your dog safe and comfortable while he's being groomed.

What tools do you need to groom a dog?

Can you use human trimmers on dogs?

In general, human clippers should not be used for dog grooming due to the increased risk of injuring your pet. The motor is not ideal for prolonged use, and its noise and vibrations can also easily startle your pet.

Can I teach myself dog grooming?

Some groomers go to dog-grooming school, but you'll learn a lot more on the job. You don't need a certification to work as a groomer, but there are schools that will teach you the basics and certification programs like International Professional Groomers or National Dog Groomers Association of America.

Can you cut a dog's whiskers while grooming?

Technically, you can trim a dog's whiskers because scissors can slice through them easily, but you SHOULD NOT cut your dog's whiskers off. Some groomers and pet owners are unaware of the importance of whiskers and cut them off for aesthetic reasons.

What is Teddy Bear Cut?

The teddy bear cut is a Poodle or Doodle cut in which the hair is kept at about 1-2 inches long at all parts of the dog's body, including the face. Traditional Poodle cuts have the face shaved closely to the skin. If shaved, the face looks more serious, regal and show-dog like.