Things You'll Need
- Extra clipper blades
- Dog shampoo (optional)
- Witch hazel (optional)
Instructions
Guide the clippers flat along the dog's body and move the clippers with the contours of the body. Clip in the way the coat runs, instead of against the grain. This prevents uneven patches and bare spots that may become irritated.
Glide the clippers flat along the coat. Use a gentle pressure to avoid shaving the dog too closely and causing clipper burns. This is particularly important around the anus, genitals and the underbelly.
Check the blades on your clippers every few minutes to ensure the tool is not becoming hot to the touch. If they are, change the blades. Clip the sensitive areas of your dog's coat first, this prevent clipper burns from the blades getting hot without you realizing it.