what is best blade size for long-haired dog?
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My dog's hair was almost 3 inches long and very matted when I cut her. I used a #10 ultra-edge blade and it did fabulous! I have to mention though that I cut her down very close to the body since I didn't want to have to cut her again for quite some time. If you are only wanting to trim it down just a bit, I don't know if the #10 would work the same since I haven't tried it myself. I hope this helps!
1823163
Im not sure about the length guards but you can buy different size blades to suit the length of fur you want.
2270214
There are plenty of different blades available, online and at pet shops. You want Oster blades, and they really haven't changed the design in at least 40years. I have a couple of #10s and also use #8 and even a #40 to clean the unseen tummy area where they might get mats
842282
My dog s a 50lb Chow/Shepard mix with about 2 inch long fur and the large works just fine. If the fur is no longer than 2 inches on both dogs I think the large would work just fine. Product Description Style: Long Hair | Size: Large By reducing shedding up to 90%, the FURminator deShedding Tool enables you to share your home with your dog, without surrendering it to his hair. The NEW Long Hair deShedding Tool for Large Dogs is specially designed for dogs that are less than 51-90 pounds with hair that is longer than 2 inches. The long hair stainless steel edge reaches deep beneath your dog's long topcoat to safely remove undercoat and loose hair, The FURejector button cleans and removes loose hair from the tool with ease.
426606
You can ask a groomer what they would use for your type of animal. I use the 7 for a husky type and a rott mix and it works fine.
987855
As a professional, I use this clipper for ALL breeds. Length of coat is determined by owner preference, if the coat is matted and what can be done with least amount of discomfort to dog and groomer. The blades and/or guard combs a groomer chooses to use determine the length of hair. In order to use the longer blades and/or guard combs the coat must be tangle free. This clipper comes with a fairly short blade but there are a wide selection of blades groomers have in our tool boxes.
1531218
The 6" do a good job on my BIG Labradoodles' faces. Don't think you would need larger scissors if you are trimming a smaller dog's face.
1877365
I would purchase the large one, for long hair. I have a chocolate lab and their coat is similar to a German Shepard's.
606404
Go to MarsGroomingproducts.com and inquire there. They make the Mars Coat King tool I reviewed. I did not see your breed on the list for thistype of tool, but they make many products. I'm sure they could advise you. The Coat King is very specific to the breed as they make many blade sizes. The wrong blade size will not successfully work . See if you can buy their recommended tool on Amazon first as their website prices are much higher and they ship from outside the US, adding more cost as well. Good luck!
1576256
Hi, I am not sure exactly. I just ordered the 4FC because it said it was finish coat. I am new to all this grooming stuff. I am happy with the length of hair with this blade. It is not so short as to leave my dogs uncomfortable. Hope this helps. Angela
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Hi Peggy this is a fantastic clipper for any dog... if you are new to grooming Suggest you do a little research on the type of blades you will need to achieve the desired look for your dog. There is loads of info out there when you search "how to groom a ----. Suggest going with ceramic blades rather than steel as they stay cooler longer.. I should clarify that I am by no means a pro and only take care of my lasso apso and A cocker spaniel trimming both with a 10, 7 and 3 blades to achieve a puppy cut.. Lower the number longer the cut... Higher the number the closer the cut... A 15 will cut down to skin. You can also use a 10 blade with a plastic rake attachment to get a longer cut but I have not. Hope that helped
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I did buy two separate packages of blade covers. I have a Golden Doodle, I don't like her hair real short. I originally bought the package of large blade covers, which turned out to be on the too long side. I bought the small blades which I do use the second largest of that package. It would be better to have had a mid-size package, since I don't use most of either package, but there isn't one right now. I know that I got too close on my dog when I didn't have any guide on it, so that too is not an option.
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go to the Mars website. there is a chart on the site that will tell you the blade size you need for your breed.
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#10 blades are great for sani cuts and details along ears. A longer blade but still short would be a #5 blade. Although #7 's are shorter nicks will be more likely. Depending on the coat aa comb attatchment guard maybe useful (I like Wahl guards) you can order one at a time and they give you the lengths on the combs. Best used with a #30 underneath.
1877367
You want the long hair version of the furminator brush due to German shepherds hair being between medium and long hair. And with your best friend weighing in at 95 pounds you want the giant 5" version. Hope that helps.
2185935
I have a Husky which is a long hair dog. I bought the Fur deshedder for long hair. The one you are asking about I have not used. It is for short hair. I would go with the short hair since great Danes are short hair. I am sure the blades are different.
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I have a Lab and a Golden - and the blade is more for the golden. The hair on a Lab isn't long enough or have enough under coat to do any good. Get a rake that has teeth - not the blades.