How do I Choose Dog Clippers?

Buying the right dog clippers will make grooming easier.

Finding the right dog clippers to groom your pet at home depends on your dog's hair type. Trimming between professional grooming also takes a different kind of clipper from grooming your dog yourself.

Comfortable Fit and Maintenance Free

Purchase clippers that are a comfortable fit for your hands.

Purchase a clipper that has a comfortable fit for your hand and won't cause strain on your wrist or elbow. Choose a clipper you don't have to take apart to clean or oil for easier maintenance.

Hair Type

Long-haired dogs need a two-speed clipper.

Make sure the clipper you choose fits your dog's hair type. Long-haired dogs and those with thick hair will need more frequent grooming, a two-speed clipper will work best for this. For a short-haired dog or those with thin hair, a single speed clipper will work fine.

Noise and Strength

Purchase clippers that won't heat up in your hands.

If you have a nervous dog, you might wish to buy quiet clippers. It also is a good idea to buy clippers that don't heat up in your hand. Clippers contained in break-resistant housing will keep them from breaking if you drop them.

Detachable Blades

Detachable blades make for easier cleaning and keeps the blades sharp.

Detachable and rust-proof blades work best and last longer. Detaching the blades makes for easier cleaning and keeps the blades sharper for better grooming.

References

• Doctors Foster and Smith: How to Choose a Professional Quality Pet Clipper
• dogclippers: Dog Clipper Blades

Resources

• ASPCA: Groom Your Dog