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06-29-2008, 07:57 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New Jersey
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| Essential Grooming Supplies? I want to start grooming my dog myself, so what grooming products would you recommend I get? I have a 32-tooth comb, and other cheap stuff I've picked up along the way with my poodle thats a little too big to use on my yorkie. |
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06-29-2008, 08:40 PM | #2 |
I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member | Most important is a good pair of scissors that you use only for his haircuts. I also, have a rounded safety tips scissors when I was cutting that area on the nose into a little "V" but now I decided to let it grow. Their also good for butt area and pads of feet. Ears need the top third shaved, and this can be done with one of those tiny pin-size trimmers that cost about $10.00. I have lots of other razors, but I like these the best, and they are supper quiet. Some people suggest using an ear powder, to aid in pulling the hair inside the ear, it's not necessary, but I'm told it makes the hair easier to grasp. This is an important step, and many home groomers overlook it, but doing so can prevent moisture buildup that may lead to infections. A good nail clipper and a blood-clotting agent is another necessity, but I usually stop by the groomer for this. Obviously, bathing supplies, shampoo and conditioner are important, as well as a hair dryer, but you can use any for this on low setting. I also have a toothbrush, toothpaste and Petzlife tooth gel, that prevents tartar from forming. I think a pin brush is also important, and especially so if you are planning on having a longer coat. I found a flea comb came in handy especially when Joey was a puppy, it's a wire comb with the teeth very close together, and is very useful for cleaning the mustache, and eye area.
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06-29-2008, 09:35 PM | #3 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member | scissors and a good fine tooth comb.. i love the steel combs a double sided brush
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