When grooming your Teddy at home, it's crucial to start with a clean and well-combed coat. Thoroughly wash your dog and then use a comb to remove any tangles or mats. Then, focus on six key areas: eyebrows, nose, mouth, ears, legs, and paw pads. For the best results, choose pet clippers with closely aligned upper and lower blades. This will minimize the chances of the clippers snagging or pulling your dog's fur.
Teddy Grooming Techniques
1. Eyebrows:
Begin by combing the hair around your Teddy's eyes. Then, position the scissors parallel to the bridge of the nose, aligning with the eyes to avoid any accidents. Trim the obviously unruly or overgrown hair around the eyes.
2. Nose:
Comb the hair around the nose towards the edges, and then carefully trim any excess or stray hairs. Take care to avoid nicking your Teddy's nose.
3. Mouth:
Comb the fur on either side of the mouth and trim it to your desired length. It is best to gently hold your dog's mouth secure to prevent any accidental injuries to the tongue during grooming.
4. Ears:
Teddy's ears can have a lot of hair that easily traps dirt and can lead to ear mites. Comb the fur around the ears, and trim along the ear's outline to your preferred length. Always ensure the scissors do not poke beyond the edge of the ear to prevent injury.
5. Legs:
Brush the leg hair upwards, and then use your scissors pointing down, following the natural shape of the leg as you trim. Cutting upwards may injure your pet.
6. Paw Pads:
Lift the paw to expose the pads. Hold your Teddy still, and then trim any hair extending beyond the paw pads. Be sure to also trim the hair between the toes to help prevent bacterial growth.
Selecting the Right Pet Clippers
1. Appearance:
Examine the overall craftsmanship of the clippers. The seams of the upper and lower casings should fit tightly, without any rough edges. High-quality clippers demonstrate meticulous construction, with close spacing between the upper and lower blades. This close fit prevents the clippers from pulling or cutting your pet's fur.
2. Sound:
Good quality clippers produce very little noise because the motor is specifically designed for use on pets, and will not make your pet uncomfortable. Inferior clippers will emit a very loud and unpleasant noise that can scare the pet. This can lead to an uncooperative pet who is potentially going to hurt the owner or themselves.