Depending on the breed of your dog, it may be essential to keep your pet trimmed. This usually means making an appointment with a groomer. A trip to the groomer's can be hard on some pets. The dog may become antsy or even start to whine. Luckily, there is another way to trim your pet. In fact, you can do it yourself. The first thing you need to do is choose a dog hair trimmer.
Instructions
1. Ask a groomer. Before leaving the groomer’s office for the last time, ask what type of dog hair trimmer she uses. This will help you pick a brand that you can trust. Then you can look for a model that fits your other needs.
2. Skip the cordless models. A cordless dog hair trimmer may seem handy, but what isn’t handy is running out of power halfway through the grooming process. Many cordless models don’t have enough power to finish the job, even on smaller dogs. Instead, you need to choose a hair trimmer that comes with a cord. This ensures that you don’t run out of power. It also ensures that your pet only has to go through the trimming process once.
3. Look for a model that has several accessories. A dog hair trimmer should come with several guides and a pair of scissors. The guides will help you trim your pet’s hair to the proper length, while scissors make it easy to remove a heavy winter coat. Because not all dogs are the same, you want to make sure to choose a dog hair trimmer that offers the flexibility you need.
4. Make sure it comes with a DVD. If you have never used a dog hair trimmer, it’s important to choose a model that comes with a DVD. The DVD will walk you through each step of using a trimmer. This ensures that you don’t hurt your pet or give them bald spots. Some DVDs even offer tips on keep your pet calm during the grooming process.
5. Read the reviews. As with almost every other purchase, you should read the reviews. Reviews will help you choose a dog hair trimmer that not only gets the job done, but is a great price, as well. One thing you will notice when reading reviews is that a big price tag doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting a high quality product.
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