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Routine cleaning of blades will keep them in optimal operating condition.
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The #10 blade is commonly used for the sanitary area.
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Stripping knives can be used to strip out loose topcoat and to card undercoat.
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Attach-on combs will always take the place of a beautiful scissor finish.
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New grooming products become available all time.
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A pumice stone has an abrasive surface that makes it an ideal tool to pull soft undercoat from a dog’s coat.
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Brushes come in various types and sizes for specific purposes. Common ones include slicker brushes, pin brushes, and rubber curry brushes.
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Dematting tools are sharp and require the utmost attention and care to prevent injury to the pet.
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Grooming apparel promotes a professional appearance and is necessary to keep a stylist clean and free from hair.
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High quality shears will hold an edge longer that inexpensive shears.
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High velocity dryers are highly adaptable to many coat types and are extremely safe to use on most pets.
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Kennel dryers are meant to be the only drying tool in a salon.
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Muzzles and Elizabethan collars may be used to prevent injury to the groomer from a biting dog or cat.
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Guard Combs will leave the coat longer than clipper blades.
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Routine cleaning of blades will keep them in optimal operating condition.
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The #10 blade is commonly used for the sanitary area.
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Attach-on combs will always take the place of a beautiful scissor finish.
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Straight scissors range in size, weight and style, from more than 10 inches to less than 5 inches.
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Stripping knives can be used to strip out loose topcoat and to card undercoat.
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The rubber curry works well on long, heavy coated breeds.
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The heavier slicker is ideal for dense coats that are curly, wavy or straight. It is also used for removing undercoat on double-coated breeds.
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The professional groomer must remember that equipment designs continually change. Be aware of new products and test them for possible use in your grooming operation.
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The proper selection and care of equipment, as well as the proper selection of all grooming supplies, is essential to efficient grooming.
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With proper use, a shedding blade becomes an excellent tool for removing loose undercoat from double-coated breeds.