I just use a Wahl brand beard and moustache trimmer. They are cheap, mine was 12.99. You do have to train them to get use to it, just like with any part of grooming. With both Missy and Dora, I tried getting my husband to hold them for me, it didn't work. I don't have a grooming table. So what I did was, put their harness and leash on, and tie one end to my towel rack above the bathroom sink. That way they couldn't fall off, and they were up high and didn't feel as though they should wiggle as much. You have to be very patient. I turn the razor on and let them sniff the end that doesn't cut, because they are curious about what it is. Then I will rub it on their ear, again without using the razor edge, just so they can see that it won't hurt them. Once they are good and calm (it's a long process), I will try shaving just a bit. I lay the tip of their ear flat on my one hand, and just shavethe back and front of the tips of the ears. It's really easy. I never have to trim around the edges with scissors, the razor gets close enough that the edges look nice and neat. Then tonsssss of praise and treats when you are finished. If you take the calm, patient approach...it will be worth it. Missy is an absolute gem now when I trim her ears. She stands so nice, and she has ever since the 3rd time I shaved her ears. I've only done Dora's once so far, she's due for her second trimming. Hopefully she gets use to it soon too.
Good Luck with whatever you do. Hope those ears stand soon for you.
