What size blade would you use for a "puppy cut"? We'd prefer not a close shave.
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I think i saw a blade that leaves 1/2". That would probably work. That blade that comes with it leaves about 1/4" or less.
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I have a 7FC Ceramic Edge that I use on my big guy. He is part Chow, Lab, St. Bernard. It goes thru his thick coat like a hot knife thru butter!
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You will need to look closely at the postings. They have many different blades in many different depths/lengths. For example the standard blade most often used (to shave a dog, or if you just want a "Military Look") is the #10 blade that cuts to 1.5mm (1/16"). I use it on my dogs but wanted a bit more length for my own hair, so 5FC cuts to 6.3mm (1/4") and 4FC cuts to 9.5 mm (3/8") length. The info is in all the ones I looked at so far, but you do have to look around some and enlarging the picture can help because its printed on the actual blades in mm's the English conversions can take a bit more work ;-) You will need to look closely at the postings. They have many different blades in many different depths/lengths. For example the standard blade most often used (to shave a dog, or if you just want a "Military Look") is the #10 blade that cuts to 1.5mm (1/16"). I use it on my dogs but wanted a bit more length for my own hair, so 5FC cuts to 6.3mm (1/4") and 4FC cuts to 9.5 mm (3/8") length. The info is in all the ones I looked at so far, but you do have to look around some and enlarging the picture can help because its printed on the actual blades in mm's the English... » Read More You will need to look closely at the postings. They have many different blades in many different depths/lengths. For example the standard blade most often used (to shave a dog, or if you just want a "Military Look") is the #10 blade that cuts to 1.5mm (1/16"). I use it on my dogs but wanted a bit more length for my own hair, so 5FC cuts to 6.3mm (1/4") and 4FC cuts to 9.5 mm (3/8") length. The info is in all the ones I looked at so far, but you do have to look around some and enlarging the picture can help because its printed on the actual blades in mm's the English conversions can take a bit more work ;-) « Show Less
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The higher the number the shorter the cut. #10 is a puppy cut (very short) #7F is a summer cut. The 7F is able to remove matting without shaving too close. We use the 7F which is about 1/2 inch.
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Blade 4FC cuts the hair on length of 9.5 mm (about 1 cm). That length is perfect for short body hair of my poodle and is recommended for the sporty style.
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I went to a skip tooth blade and it works wonder's with our curley goldendoodle. I imagine it will work on your dog also. We went with a size 4 skip tooth and it was great
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All Oster blades fit an Oster clipper. The size is refers to the length of cut you want that is best for your dog. I order a 10F and a 4F.
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Depending on what you are clipping, a #5 is what is generally used to shave down a Lab or Golden Retriever. The lower the number of the blade, the more hair/fur will be left. Check the blade frequently as you trim. A hot blade of any length will leave a clipper burn.
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Edith,I took a hacksaw and cut off 2 1/2 inches. I use a 34 1/2 inch cane. It was easy as pie. If you know someone with a band saw, it would make it easier. I love the cane. It is one of my favorites to use. It makes a statement without drawing too much attention to you.Steve
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I used Tiny Trim by Scared Cut(stainless steel) cuts face, nose, ear and paw. I cut hair around my dogs (pams) eyes. I really like this ball tipped serrated blade which cuts great and safe.
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I would go for a smaller trimmer version, this one is more suited for clipping the body just b/c of the width of the blade. I have a giant schnauzer with huge feet and it was wider than I would like to trim his feet just b/c it was hard to get the blade head between his pads.
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An FC blade is a finished cut. The skip tooth blade goes through thick or matted fur better. So if your dogs fur isn't matted or super thick you should only need an FC blade. I use a FC 3-3/4 or 4 FC on a cockapoo and either does a good job (the 4 just a little shorter cut) . The FC gives a nice finished look without having to use another blade .
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Sue -- This blade cuts to about 3/8 inch if you go against the grain, much longer if you go with the growth as we do on our Maltese. Many of the other blades will adapt to the snap on plastic combs that will give a longer cut; the 4FC does not. You may wish to call Andis directly about this. Ed
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I have Goldendoodles and use this blade. However, I suggest going to the Andis site to see which ades are used for different trims.
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The standard trimmer blade is about an inch and a half wide. The foil shaver attachment is not much wider and takes going over the area a few times to get it smooth.
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I work in a grooming salon and all of my coworkers use a #30 blade with their clip combs. Between using the correct blade and brushing the dog out to make sure there are no matts you should have less problems.
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I just saw a grooming thread on a great Pyr website that recommends a 20-22 blade. I haven't tried it yet, am looking like you.