How to Use the Wahl Pro Series Animal Clippers

Wahl's Pro Series Animal Clippers are designed to make the task of cutting and trimming your pet's hair as fast and safe as possible. Using attachable guide combs, you can style your pet's hair to almost any length, and gradually taper different lengths in different areas to create a clean, well-groomed look. With a little bit of practice, patience and concentration, you can learn to use this tool like a professional.

Things You'll Need

  • Guiding comb
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Instructions

    • 1

      Bathe and brush your pet prior to grooming, and place him on any surface you can easily access. Be sure to clean any tangled or matted hair.

    • 2

      Push the taper lever up, such that the clipper blades are in "Close Cut" position.

    • 3

      Place a guiding comb on top of the clipper blades and snap it in place.

    • 4

      Plug the clippers into an electric outlet and switch them on.

    • 5

      Hold the clippers blades-down, the same way you would hold a pencil. Do not grip the clippers like a knife.

    • 6

      Pass the clippers slowly through the hair on your pet. The guide comb should just barely touch your pet's skin.

    • 7

      Remove the guide comb to clip areas you wish to be particularly short. Aim for a blended look between longer and shorter hair, so there is no definite line and everything looks natural. How you do this depends on the type and breed of your pet.