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Summary: Many people choose to have their dog's professionally groomed. This is understandable since it takes effort to become efficient at grooming; however, this doesn't mean you shouldn't try touching up periodically.

A variety of dog clippers and dog trimmers exist on the market today. Each has their own unique features and price. Some have cords and others are cordless. There are different sizes so you can clip down to the skin or leave an inch or two. Some of the clippers come with kits that include different blades. Most come with basic grooming instructions.

1800-Pet-Meds has a reasonably priced Home Grooming Kit by Oster. "It's never been easier to groom your pet...and get great results! This clipper kit offers a quiet, powerful clipper for quick and easy grooming and a titanium blade for superior cutting. An instructional DVD to take you through the entire grooming process and Snap-On guide combs help maintain an even length coat for worry free grooming. This all-in-one grooming kit includes shears and a brush to add the finishing touches for a fully groomed and finished look. Kit contains clipper, adjustable titanium blade. 6 comb attachments, slicker brush, styling comb, grooming comb, shears, DVD, lubricating oil, cleaning brush, and a carrying case. Kit works best with regularly groomed pets and is not intended for first time cutting of animals with long, matted, and twisted hair."	Oster Home Grooming Kit
	The difference between a dog clipper and a dog trimmer is that a clipper is used for the overall dog cut. The trimmer is for close-up like around the eyes and ears and the finishing cuts. Dog scissors also known as dog shears come in different sizes depending on the need. It is important that you don’t expect your first dog cut to look professional. What you can save in money helps you to keep trying.
Cherrybrook carries the Andis line, specifically the AGRC Power Groom Clipper. "This clipper is lighter, smaller and faster at 4500 rpm with its heavy duty high speed rotary motor Extremely quiet and maintenance free-no oiling or greasing of internal parts required Has the versatility of a cordless clipper when used with the AGR+ battery pack (sold separately) Includes #10 blade, oil, extra blade drive and a cord pack complete with a 12 foot heavy duty cord." Cherrybrook also has an excellent starter kit by Andis for those just wanting to give it a try without spending a fair sum. "The Andis All-In-One 16 piece Grooming Kit contains an extremely quiet, yet compact clipper equipped with a professionally designed pet grooming blade. The blade is adjustable stainless steel for professional grooming results at home. It has an ergonomic design for comfortable, precise cutting and a maintenance free motor." When you purchase a clipper set, make sure you buy several blades at the same time. Blades dull relatively quickly when you are grooming a dog.	AGRC Power Groom Clipper by Andis Andis All In One Groomer Kit 16 Piece
D4 Power Trim Cordless Rechargeable Trimmer by Andis	If all you would like to do is touch up what the groomer has done periodically in between groomings, then all you'll need is a basic trimmer. Trimmers are not very pricey, so you might as well get a cordless. Cherrybrook carries the D4 Power Trim Cordless Rechargeable Trimmer by Andis. "This quiet, heavy-duty, motor-driven rechargeable trimmer is ideal for fast touch-ups around face, ears, feet and tail. Carries enough charge for all-day average use and recharges to full power overnight! Includes stand-up charger with indicator light, 4 different attachment combs, instructions and clipper oil."

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