Dog Shaver

Grooming is essential in maintaining not only the appearance of dogs but also their overall health. Several studies even reported that regular grooming contributes leads to a high level of happiness among dogs. As such, veterinarians highly recommend having regular visits to reputable groomers who use high-grade dog grooming tools to ensure that the man’s good friends get the pampering and grooming they deserve.

Dog shavers: what are they, and why are they important in a dog grooming?

If there’s one tool that you can always find in a dog groomer’s kit, it is a dog shaver (more commonly known as a dog clipper). Dog shavers have a similar function to the shavers used by humans, except the former has different teeth spacing and teeth length. The blades for dog clippers are also sharper than those for human shavers because they are designed to efficiently cut dogs’ fur without ‘chewing’ or ‘grabbing’ it.

Dog shavers are probably one of the most important grooming tools because trimming dogs’ fur is the highlight of dog grooming. By trimming fur, groomers can not only improve the appearance of dogs but also identify if a dog has a skin disorder or a suspicious lump in a specific part of its body. However, this job is not an easy one. Hence, grooming centers invest in sharp and portable dog shavers to simplify the task. The most in-demand types of dog shavers include varieties of electric dog clippers, cordless dog clippers, and quiet dog clippers. The last one is fairly famous among professional groomers because some dogs are startled by the buzzing sound of normal electric dog shavers.

Preparations before using a dog shaver

A fundamental preparation in dog grooming is to bathe dogs before clipping or shaving their fur. This way, tangled or matted fur can be dealt with first to avoid hurting the dog during the shaving process. Another important step is to use the right clipper blade. Clipper blades are classified by numbers; the higher the number, the shorter the hair will be after clipping. The final preparation before using a dog shaver is to read the user manual. Dog clippers for grooming are not made exactly the same, so it is essential to know the dos and don’ts stated by manufacturers to avoid hurting the dogs. After the preparations are complete, furry friends can now have their hair done.