My Clipper Review! Wahl Bravura, Bonve Pet and Andis Pulse ZR II 

Thank you so much! I have a newer review coming soon! I’d recommend the Andis Pulse ZR II and the Bravura as your first two-you can’t go wrong there. Also, never buy blades off Amazon or Temu. they’re usually fakes. I wish you the best of luck! Make sure you have an employee with you if you’re going to work with aggressive dogs or else it’s very dangerous and a liability to be alone. And I just wrote an ebook on how to operate your new business! Here’s the link! ⭐️Shop my Stan store for my NEW PET GROOMING BUSINESS GUIDE, AND MORE!! stan.store/JillyMucciarone AFFILIATE CODES: Utsumi: use code JILLY10 to save 10% at checkout: utsumiamerica.com/pages/utsumi-grooming Opawz: use code JILLY5 to save 5% at checkout: www.opawz.com ❤️Follow me! ⭐️I'm on Instagram as jillymoochgrooms: instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=18pd1wtgpt4yp& ⭐️Facebook: facebook.com/JillyMucciarone

VindictusGoneWild1 Thank you so much! I do have a brief review up on the Chromado and I am making a review on the BravMini. I don’t have any Wahl clippers with interchangeable blades yet; but that Andis is good! It’s money well spent! Especially if you do a lot of larger dogs. If I had the opportunity I would’ve gotten the galaxy one with all the colors. But that wasn’t available when I bought mine. Thank you so much for the feedback and I am so happy that it helped you! Let me know how you like it!

Thank you very much! There are many compassionate groomers-we are ALL in it for the dogs and their health, believe me. There are FAR easier jobs that pay WAY more; no one chooses this for the money. We do it for the dogs. ♥️

Lori Ranney Thank You! She’s named Bella, a beautiful Havanese!

I can do a tutorial on shaving the poodle face for you this week! The bath and blow out is the most important part of the entire groom. Be sure to watch my curly coat drying video!

Barbara Grisham I can do that. :)

Barbara Grisham make sure you subscribe to get notifications ❤️

I do not recommend grooming him yourself at home unless you’re a professional groomer or a trained ethical breeder! You MUST have him trained for grooming and he needs to go as soon as he has his rabies vaccine. A standard poodle MUST be professionally groomed at LEAST once a month…no less! Trust me please! A poodle has to be trained in order to have them LOVE grooming as much as they do to the dog park! It is crucial for his social and personal and health development! This video is made for professional groomers only!

If you need help finding a good poodle groomer in your area just let me know. I know them all over the country and parts of the world… I can help you find one!

Do you know of good mini schnauzer groomers in the central CT area by any chance?

@@evaristourbaez9906 what town? I know a lot!

@@evaristourbaez9906 I’m in Mystic, CT by the way; worth the drive :) look up Creative Canines on Facebook or @jillymoochgrooms on Instagram

Karen Schneider Thank you very much!

Sarah Huckabee You are VERY welcome!

Also...hold off on a clipper purchase; I have an exiting review coming soon!

Hi! It’s definitely time to invest in some new clippers. The Wahl Bravura should be all that you need for two Havanese as long as you do your prep work correctly. The Andis wide blade is a completely different blade than the one on the Bravura. The white blade is an interchangeable blade meaning you can take it off to put on a different length blade. The Bravura has one blade with a little toggle switch on it that allows you to change the lengths. Do you need the guard comes with that. I will definitely try to do a clearer tutorial on blades and guard combs. I do have some other clipper videos that might help; but give me about a week and I will make that video for you!

Jilly Mooch Grooms, Thank You. I wound up buying the Wahl KM10 and the Wahl detachable SS guards for it; I may also purchase the Bravura as you suggest for clean ups and trims. Thank you for your recent ‘Trimming Small Dogs’ video; 💜🖤💜’d It. Would love a guard recommendation for the Wahl 10W blade.

tterrab999 Yeah, there’s no way that trimmer (or any of its recreated models) could handle your pup’s coat. Good choice with the Wahl KM 10. It is a two speed clipper. The first speed should be fine. Second speed is meant for really super dense and thick coats. ❤️

Absolutely! Go to my Instagram @jillymoochgrooms and send me a message! I’m glad the video helped!!!

Thank you very much!

Hi! I have used corded clippers; I have two but they’re my backups now. I don’t like dragging the cord around. However, when I get my clippervac I’ll need one so maybe I’ll Do a review on the two that I have. :)

The Lupus Battle With Chronic Kidney disease. Hi! Those are all different questions about many different things! Lol. Ok, first, I highly recommended you use a professional groomer with training rather than doing it again home. Injuries are likely without training and that isn’t the goal here. Also Please rewatch the video and note that the blade on the Wahl Bravura is completely different than the interchangeable ones used on the Andis. In all likelihood your Human clipper isn’t compatible. I want you to rewatch because then you will see that the wide blade goes on an interchangeable blade clipper and the bravura has one kind of blade that is adjustable. Once you see that message me back with any questions you have. And shears are a very personal choice. They have to fit right for your hand and they come in many different forms and lengths and different shears have different uses. Education about shear use is crucial as well. :)

Would you happen to know by any chance? Thank you

Clarity. Hi! No other combs fit it other than the cheap plastic ones that come with it. It’s pretty much disposable and ya get what ya pay for in this case. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Jilly Mooch Grooms thanks for the clarity. I’m ordering the Wahl five star senior cordless now.

Clarity. I’ve never heard of that

Clarity. I looked it up and that’s a hairstylist clipper not made for dog groomers! And if you’re not a groomer you shouldn’t be doing it at all (brush and comb plz!) and if you’re doing it anyway you could seriously injure your pet with the wrong clipper! Get something else like the Wahl KM!!! Please don’t groom your own dogs at home if you have no training. You could cut, nick , or burn them!

Sid H I always use a 40 on pads. Some people scissor, but if you lack confidence stick with the clipper and be slow. The top part of the blade is what nicks so just be aware of that and you’re all set! ❤️

I'm confused on which you like most. Actually I'm confused which one is which now. 2nd was wahl and 3rd was Andis, I think... I'm not even certain now. Did you like the other andis or the new ones. I watched three times and still can't figure out if you ended up with the ZR II with a Wahl blade comb cover.

@@klee9016 The blue clipper is the Bravura. It comes with, actually you have to order, guard combs in order to be able to give a dog a haircut with some link. Otherwise it will just shave a dog down. The pulse is the black liver. And, at the time, Andis did not have their own metal snap on combs. So the ones in the video are wide blades and guard homes made by for zone and master cut. I do not recommend the white one. Is cheap and will not hold up for regular grooming. Does that help? I hope so!

Length ^

The black clipper is the pulse

Please do not groom your dog at home…this video is for professional groomers. There are years of education and training that go into grooming. Find yourself a well established and knowledgeable professional groomer and let you and your dog develop an incredible relationship with them. That is the best gift you can give him. You are going to turn him away from the love of grooming and that would be a travesty. You paid a lot of money for this dog so you should take him to an educated and experienced professional… You wouldn’t give yourself a root canal would you?

@@jillymoochgrooms Thanks for the advice . I will be doing his feet and legs. I realize human hair isn't the same however I went to school for cosmetology. I will no t take him to a groomer. I've had bad experiences. Thank you though

@@cherenerob I’m sorry you’ve had bad experiences; you should perhaps try a one on one cage free salon like mine or find a mobile groomer. There are so many things about skin, coat, physiology, training, anatomy,… It goes on and on. I strongly urge you to try and communicate with a groomer about your bad experiences rather than just giving up the first time. Best of luck!

Audrea Lambert I one hundred percent do not recommend that you do it yourself. You could injure her, cut her, burn her with a clipper, you have to know anatomy, biology, physiology, social behavior issues. Unless you have ever groomed a dog in the past successfully and SAFELY, I beg of you to please take her to a professional Groomer. If you don’t introduce her to professional grooming early on, then it could be a nightmare for her for the rest of her life.

This video was made for professional groomers only.

The Andis Pulse is a clipper. The Wahl Bravura is a trimmer. The pulse is heavier and stronger. The blue Bravura is lightweight and good for small dogs. I like them both. I do not recommend the white trimmer it is cheap.

@@jillymoochgrooms Thank you very much! I really enjoy your videos. I'm learning a LOT! 😊 I ended up with the Wahl Motion. My TwinkleBelles is just a little tiny nibble of a Maltese and with Asian Fusion I suspect most will be scissoring. I checked the Pulse and price is rather out of my range. I wanted one but I think might be overkill for one tiny little dog. It seems the Bravura and Motion are very similar with the motion having a few features preferable. It was difficult choice. It's unbelievable how much competition in the clipper field!

I love my Andis Pulse ZR II and I love my 5-in-1 as well! Make sure you get metal guard combs for both. You can absolutely do a full body with a five in one-but it’s very important to have a interchangeable blade clipper as well! Welcome to grooming! I’m a mentor for The Paragon Pet School for Grooming. You should check it out; it’s a comprehensive education and teaches so many important skills! Or, if you’re looking for lessons I’m happy to offer one on one zoom if you’re not close by

Hello, if you send me a message on Instagram I can link you to some groomers in Maryland and Atlanta. There is no such thing as a 45… However, if you got your poodles from a reputable poodle breeder they should have been shaved face and feet multiple times before sent home. Your pup should be groomed at a minimum every month by a professional groomer. They will be the ones training and developing a relationship of trust and working with you to make sure everything goes well at home. Instagram is @jillymoochgrooms and I’m happy to help

Holly Tonero The Andis is a bit heavy; but I only do a couple of dogs a day myself. If you can get it now you might catch a sale. However, I have been told by both Wahl and Andis that there are new detachable blade clippers coming out...And to be patient. If you need some help locating any that you’re interested in now, however, let me know. I do have some inside connections.

Holly Tonero have you Tried changing the blade drive assembly?

@@jillymoochgrooms It was done a year ago but I was told that parts are hard to find by two different sharpeners as they have discontinued the switchblade. I might have to wait for the new ones to come out...but then again, when I want something...I lack patience..lol

Holly Tonero Try www.groomerschoice.com

How do you feel about the KM10 Cordless as compared to the Andis Pulse ZRII...If I can get a good deal on one of those I may jump as I don't want to pay the high price of the new models as I mostly groom show Berners, Goldens and Newfoundlands these days. My full haircuts have gone down to maybe 2 or 3 a week as I am old and broken...lol. Damaged disc in back and carpal tunnel in both wrists...one had surgery which did nothing..lol. No rush to answer, have a good night.

wmlhhr2006 I advise that you brush and comb. I do not advise you do it yourself. It is very dangerous and you could hurt her: cut her, give her clipper burn, and much worse. I do not use clippers on the face you have to be professionally trained; please continue to brush and comb her. If you bathe her you must brush and comb her before bath and after. That is the best you can do. It is hair and it will grow back but you should not do this yourself on any level. My videos are for trained professional groomers.

Gerf OK. Please hear me when I say this. NO!!! Grooming cats is extremely dangerous. Not for you; although you will get totally ripped apart if he’s a sedation groom; but for the cat. Cat’s skin is literally tissue paper thin. If your vet went out of business then search for another vet (why wouldn’t you?) or a local cat groomer. If you’re only doing it once a year it’s not going to break your bank. Find another vet who will sedate your cat and groom it or find a groomer who is willing to groom a sedated cat. Grooming cats can kill them. They can have a heart attack and die from the stress of it. If you cut them, did you know cats don’t bleed like dogs? You can easily shave off a nipple and start a systemic infection. If you love him, find another vet who will groom him. I’m not kidding; you could literally kill your cat. Thank you for reaching out and I hope this helped even though it wasn’t what you hopef to hear.

Julie Ann You’ve got a unicorn kitty! I’m so happy it worked out for you! The thing people have to know is about the way the blades work to cut hair to avoid accidents

Hi Sarah, I haven’t used it for a full groom; I also don’t recommend doing it at home. If you can wait for your groomer I’d recommend keeping up with brushing and combing. Grooming isn’t easy and requires training. You have sharp tools and a living moving target. The plastic guard combs that come with it won’t do the job properly. You could end up cutting your pup with the clippers even with the guard combs. If your pup is severely matted then please call your vet for an essential groom!

@@jillymoochgrooms I was actually just going to take her to the groomer 1st and just use it for up keep her hair grows fast

Sarah Willett I believe a good groomer should definitely educate and work with their clients (we should be a team!) for a good maintenance schedule and be willing to teach you what you need to know about upkeep at home. It’s hard to do that for you from a distance but I’ll help any way I can! 🥰

@@jillymoochgrooms thank u very much for that

Sarah Willett you’re welcome! Stay safe!

Linda Veraldi The dog in this video is a Havanese. It has hair also. There is so much information out there on Shih Tzu’s but please keep brushing and combing at home and try to wait for your groomer. You could seriously injure your dog in so many ways without training. The vet bill would be astronomical and you would never forgive yourself 😭

Arlene Rivera-Damons Hello, thank you for watching! The pulse is very powerful. You need to buy the attachment guard combs that go over the blades. If you are not a professional groomer I do not advise this. These videos are made for professional groomers. You could seriously hurt or injure your pet without the proper training.

Treena Macdonald The 40 is the lowest and most dangerous setting; use if any clipper requires training to ensure you don’t cut the skin. If you’re not a groomer and are thinking of trying this at home please DON’T. These videos are made for trained groomers, not for untrained pet owners.

Jilly Mooch Grooms thanks so much for the reply. The problem is that many owners are stuck without options during Covid as there are absolutely no groomers open where I live. I’ve been “grooming” with blade guards on to keep her safe, which is more like a trim and of course means doing it more often, but I’d rather that than take a risk! I’m sure that’s why you’re seeing more traffic and comments the last few weeks as owners have no options. Glad you’re informing them of the very real dangers involved as a trip to emergency for cut skin is something I’ve seen among my friends already.

Treena Macdonald Thank you...and yes, brushing and combing are the two things every pet owner should be doing more than anything else. Keeping the coat maintained even though it grows is OK. But now they have cuts which could lead to infection or worse and then there’s a quite a hefty vet bill that goes with that. It’s like us growing out our roots or not getting our eyebrows done. It’s not really a health concern if the hair grows and it’s taken care of properly. Severe Matting, however, is a completely different story as it can cut circulation off to the skin and the vet is more than capable of doing a shave down for health reasons rather than having it done at home and risking injury or worse

Thank you but this was for demonstration for professional groomers only. Please do NOT groom your own dog! It takes training and education on multiple facets to do so safely. These videos are made for professional groomers, NOT for pet parents!

@@jillymoochgrooms I’m just curious, is there a reason you don’t recommend pet parents to groom at home?

@@colink4842 Absolutely! During the first wave of Covid lockdown, for example, I did some research and discovered that pet injuries from at home grooming rose drastically...I believe the numbers were around 72%...it takes training to groom your own dog. There is an overwhelming amount of education about pets such as science like biology, anatomy and physiology, behavioral training, working with senior pets, pets with health conditions, proper tool use and technique, handling skills, coat health and care, product choices, etc. I’ve spent thousands and thousands on tools and education. Just like you wouldn’t perform surgery without training and experience...it’s so much more difficult than people realize and, done improperly, can lead to accidents and even death.

@@colink4842 That being said, I don’t see any reason why someone can’t go out and gain the knowledge and skill they need if they choose to groom their own dog at home. RU-vid is not enough skill in training. Also, not enough can be said about how important it is that clients do maintenance work at home in between professional grooms. That connection and teamwork is crucial.

@@jillymoochgrooms Thank you, that is understandable.

Sarah I think they are...but when I looked them up on @petstoredirect the said competition blades. I’m HOOKED.

Thank you!

Hi Francesco! Unfortunately, I haven’t yet tried the Wahl KM10 or KM Cordless. My Pulse ZR II was my go to for large dogs, but it’s heavy bc of the battery. The wide blades that are all the rage make it even a bigger powerhouse and efficient tool; but I’ve seen other groomers use the KMs with the wide blades and I hope to be able to try that as well. I find myself primarily using my Chromado, to be honest, on almost every dog, the exception being the larger and thicker coated pups, when I need more power and the option of using the detachable blades. You can be sure that if I have the opportunity to try them, a review will be up! Make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you can see that! I will reach out to Wahl and let them know my followers would love to get some feedback on them!

Then I would recommend the Bravura or the Chromado. And, actually, the Wahl BravMini is very small and quiet but only has a 30 blade. It comes with a single “adjustable” comb but hair tends to get caught under it every time. But it would be great for paws. Also, you can desensitize using a cordless toothbrush (obviously hold the brush end in your hand) and work up to her getting used to the sound first and then move up to petting her with it slowly. Done in small sessions at a quiet time and consistently (always stop at a time when you’re getting calm feedback to maintain positive association). I would think any interchangeable blade clipper would not be what you’d want at all.

Thanks for the info! Sounds like a good idea!

@@hawtboi1 I have the wahl KM10, and its soooo smooth. It is a 2 speed super durable and really light weight compared to my andis 2 speed. I like both clippers, but ngl I'm liking the whal km10 a lot more where I use it at my salon and use the 2 speed andis for the rescue place where I volunteer grooming.

I am sorry but I cannot recommend that you groom your dog at home. If he is six months old and has never been groomed you are in for quite a shock. And so is he. You have a dog with one of the softest hair coats on the planet… And no amount of RU-vid research can substitute for hands on lessons with a professional groomer so that you can responsibly groom him at home. During Covid last year, at home grooming accidents rose 72% across the country. I am not advising you to do this in anyway shape or form. This video is made for professional groomers only. Thank you for protecting your dog and respecting the education and skill that goes with professional grooming. The lessons will be worth every penny in the long run.

Have used the arco se o our havanese and it works well but have to replace as the batteries no longer charge

@@jillymoochgrooms What sort of terrible accident can one have with shaving hair?

@@newleft2254 Ummm...tons, actually! Knicks.cuts, burns, slices out of skin... in the first wave of Covid when stay at home orders were issued pet accidents across the country from at home grooming attempts rose 72%. I did my research. If you are not trained; do not shave your own dog.

Thank you!

lakotalovesyou Thanks for your feedback! And they’re three different clippers. The Bonve is not ideal for much more than paw pads and prep work. It’s cheap and didn’t last. It’s not made for professional groomers. The Bravura is a stellar clipper and an essential tool for every groomer. It’s a 5-in-1 clipper with a single, but adjustable blade. The Andis Pulse is a clipper where you have to change blades according to desired length and use, but it’s a work horse and great for bigger heavy dogs and high volume salons, but it’s heavy. :)

Hi! A lot has changed since this video (I need to do an update). I still have my Andis Pulse ZR II and if you have a clipper vac system it’s compatible. I use it daily no issues. The bravura is always used daily too. If you’d like message me on Instagram so it’s easier

I would be happy to help you. It sounds like you have a lot of questions. If you go to my Instagram page @jillymoochgrooms You can send me a message and that would be easier. Sound good?

@@jillymoochgrooms thankyou so much

@@lisabishop9565 I responded on Instagram!

Silver Country Cocker Spaniels I’ve heard the same but I’ve never had an issue at all! I’ve changed my blade drive twice (I made a video how to do it ) and I have not had a single problem!

Red Barrons if you’re bath and prep is on point that’s amazing

Oooh you have to be SUPER careful with cats-their skin is like tissue paper thin and they rarely bleed when cut. If you have no experience PLEASE find a car groomer; if you have experience and training otherwise then get the Bravura going NO SHORTER than a 10 blade EVER (or use a guard comb on the 40 setting). PLEASE don’t do it yourself if you’re inexperienced

​@@jillymoochgroomsI appreciate the response and that's good to know. I've always been hesitant with a groomer cause my girl is a little temperamental with people she doesn't know. Are there resources to find groomers certified for cats? I know they tend to be fewer and further in between since cats can get aggressive

Yes, absolutely. I’d call every groomer in your area or google cat groomers near me. Many do cats and dogs, some only cats. They know how to handle cats specifically; as they can tuck their shoulders into their bodies to make themselves smaller, and they’re trained in behavior. At the very least, you should have it groomed based on their recommendations. They have specific tools and resources so your cat will be comfortable. There are certified cat groomers everywhere; your vet may even be able to help; some vets have in house groomers.

​@@jillymoochgroomsawesome, thanks for the information and great review by the way! I watched through the whole thing :)

Thanks so much! I appreciate it! Remember to like, subscribe and turn on notifications! I have a new review coming up!

Are you a groomer?

@@jillymoochgrooms I am not professionally however I purchased a pulse zrii

@@claudiomarionyc I appreciate your honesty; I’m not comfortable giving grooming advice to pet parents. Grooming is difficult and dangerous and requires an enormous amount of education; the potential for you to hurt your pup is very real without training. Please consult a professional or I’m happy to offer you lessons to make sure no accidents happen. There’s so much to know.

@@jillymoochgrooms will seriously consider that. Do you have a website?

@@claudiomarionyc My salon is small with private clientele and I’m a grooming mentor for Paragon School of Pet Grooming. My Instagram is @jillymoochgrooms and my Facebook page is the same and also Creative Canines. You can message me through Instagram if you’d like lessons

You can’t on that one

Lolita Cooksley Are you a groomer? If not, do not shave your cats at home. They have tissue paper thin skin among other things that require serious training. Cat grooming is VERY dangerous and difficult. Do not shave your cats at home if you are a cat owner looking to do so. If you are a trained or beginning cat groomer let me know and I’ll be happy to give you some advice; but your teacher or mentor should have that advice as well.

Jilly Mooch Grooms hi no I am not a groomer but I used to show cats and have had longhairs for over 40 years, I have shaved them in the past as some cats no matter how much I have tried since their birth to get them used to regular grooming they simply refuse and as you clearly have experience with cats you know a cat that does not want groomed is not getting groomed! I know what you are saying about the skin I am very aware of that I was just asking because even though I have done it many times I’m yet to find a clipper that I like my last two were Wahl Moser Arco they are the best I’ve had but still not great in matts, and I have found that ghey don’t last .

Lolita Cooksley You’ll be hard pressed to find a clipper these days; Wahl and Andis are revamping their line so they’re hard to come by. You need to know how to maintain your clipper and your blades. That’s why they don’t last. They make blades specifically for cats but I still do not recommend you do it yourself. Showing cats and being a trained groomer are two different things. :)

Patricia Stack Hi! So Mastercut makes a full set of wide blades AND there are now FOUR snap-on combs for them! I bought all the wide blades and the combs! Check out your fav distributor but I know www.Petstore.direct.com has a set that comes with a 30 blade! www.petstore.direct/mastercut-wide-blades-and-wide-combs/wide-30-blade-with-ags-wide-comb-attachments/ and like I said they have all the wide blades too. Check availability and if they’re back ordered tho! Sometimes shipping is an issue with them so I would call your order in to be sure! I don’t know any other distributor that sells a set like they do

@@jillymoochgrooms thank you for replying ....is Andes Pulse ZR11 your favorite and should i get Furzone 10WF or Mastercut

Patricia Stack They’re equally as good. The finish is amazing; if you’re getting the set of combs then go with mastercut. I do like the Pulse ZR 2 but to be honest it’s heavy and the balance is weird and people have issues with them breaking. I would personally get the Wahl KM 2 cordless OR make sure to check BOTH Andis and Wahl’s sites Bc they’re both coming out with several new clippers for 2020! They had too many issues so they revamped their clipper lines!

Patricia Stack Also...I tend to be a Wahl fan since Hershey 2019. The customer service is unrivaled and they’re a family biz right in the US.

@@jillymoochgrooms Hi Jilly getting very confused...can you tell me the one with model number that you absolutely love AND what blades and guards...please

I don’t have any; but there are plenty of Andis or Wahl corded clippers that are affordable. And be careful with that pup!

Like a dream!

Like a dream! It’s a workhorse!

debbie foster Ooof! I’m sorry about your groomer! And I’d recommend finding another groomer until she’s well. That’s a MAJOR undertaking for a groomer let alone a pet owner without the proper training.

Veronica OmearauMcDonald Hi, what attachment do you mean? And Thank you!

If your pup is a medicated groom there’s no way at all you should do it yourself. You should please please maintain brushing and combing at home until this is over. He won’t matt up if you do that. You should not groom a medicated dog without the proper training and also certification in pet first aid and CPR. Your dog is older and you could cut him or the meds could kill him if he has an adverse reaction (even if he’s taken it before). Your groomer also sounds amazing and supportive so you should call them and ask how they recommend you brush and comb until this is over. Don’t give him a haircut because just he’s shaggy...that’s not a health concern. Too many people are rushing in when the dog will be fine if you wait and do proper maintenance. Lastly...hair grows back...if someone properly trained needs to shave him when this is over it will grow back. Please call your groomer and be patient until this passes. Be safe! Be careful! Be patient! If you need to learn how to brush him I have video on that as well.

TERESITZ LEWIS Thank you for reaching out; I hope my response was helpful!

@@jillymoochgrooms thank you I will wait. I shampoo him yesterday without meds. Smokey enjoys it without problems. He gets very hot. Last night he kept me up. He is very smart and he made his own bedding under my bed. He is also spoiled what can I say my fault lol. Have a great week and please be safe to you, family and youtube family.-

TERESITZ LEWIS There’s no shame in spoiling your pup! If he tolerates a bath, brush and comb out then absolutely wait. It sounds like you’re a great pet parent and I couldn’t ask for more from my clients other than to wait for me. It’s a big job no matter the size of the pup and, actually, his coat is how he thermaoregulates. Regular brushing and combing will ensure his body can do that by removing dead undercoat and distributing natural oils to keep his skin healthy. Dogs don’t have pores on their skin, only Hair follicles. If you take the coat off by shaving and you live in a hot environment his body heat will rise approximately 10° because the coat is missing and it can’t do it’s job to keep them cool in summer and warm in winter. There’s a lot of science involved in grooming. More than anyone realizes. So I’m very happy to hear that you’re waiting!

TERESITZ LEWIS Hi I am a groomer as well for Over 30odd years ? How is he when you groom him ? Using a sliker brush and a soft brush and then using a 2 sided come to get all the matting put you need to do that each day of his hair is long! Otherwise the matting will pull at his skin and make him super grumpy and especially if he gets bathed and not get all the matting out and his skin is not sore ! If he hates it start extremely slowly and use small small bites of cooked chicken and praise and treats each time he behaves and groom small part each day and increase it over few days and weeks so he is used to been brushed properly and desensitised him form his bad behaviour! X

realcountryman47 Depends on which clipper you were talking about. I do have another video about taking care of your investments which shows you how to clean and oil your blades.

Rena Yes, actually!

Celeste Van Ness Hi Celeste, I do not recommend that you groom her sanitary area yourself at all. Ever! It’s an extremely fragile area and requires training and experience. I would look into her diet as a cause for urinary tract infections in addition to keeping the area well ventilated. My German Shepherd gets a urinary tract infection every time she eats processed dog food. No matter the brand, it happens every time so I permanently switched her to an all natural raw diet from www.bjsrawpetfood.com and she’s thriving.

vero McCollum She’s not mine but she’s a Havanese. :)

vero McCollum How does that “things easier?”

Hi! My videos are for trained groomers only. If you have not had any training I do not recommend you try to groom a dog, especially a poodle, on your own In any way, shape or form. New groomers have usually gone through at least one year, minimum, of training as a bather before they are allowed to groom. You could traumatize that dog in such a way that grooming would be a nightmare for it for the rest of its life. I’m serious. Your puppy needs to be groomed by a professional starting as soon as it’s had its full round of shots. Then it needs to go every four weeks for the rest of its life. Poodles are expensive to groom, but I’m sure you did your research and knew that before you bought the puppy. If you’re not prepared to pay for professional grooming then please do not take the puppy in. I do not mean to be rude; however I have seen disasters come from people who think that they can do it themselves. If you are not an experienced, trained, qualified groomer then you should not even attempt it. There is physiology, biology, and anatomy that must be learned. There is science in hair and skin you must learn. I will not recommend a clipper to you. Do not get the dog unless you can afford a groomer every four weeks for the rest of its life. I apologize for my blunt manner of speech but not for the message I convey.

No offense taken. Yes, I did do a tone of research and I plan to use a groomer until I get proper training. I do appreciate your "bluntness."

Chewbacca grooming at home can be dangerous if you’re not trained; however I’m happy to help you! If you go on my Instagram page we can direct message and it will be much easier! @jillymoochgrooms

@@jillymoochgrooms ok, but ive never used instagram, dont use social media much.. So i need to set up an account to find the address you provided there?

Chewbacca are you on Facebook?

Chewbacca if so then my biz page is Bow-Wow’s Dog Services. You can message me there as well. I won’t put my personal number on my RU-vid channel. Sorry! 😬

@@jillymoochgrooms no, i dont have facebook either. Just downloaded Instagram from playstore, am going to try to use and find the 1st link there. Took my phone number off this message. Installed instagram and sent you message few min ago from there. Thank you

Sharon Lawson I cannot do that. If you would like to do a live video that may be possible but it would not be free. Do not take clippers to your dog without training. You could hurt her, burn her, or worse. My videos are not for anyone other than professional groomers. Please read this article: www.google.com/amp/s/www.nbcboston.com/investigations/mass-pets-getting-seriously-hurt-in-grooming-mishaps-veterinarians-say/2129662/%3famp

Sharon Lawson I groomed my shih tzu with a clipper very similar the bonvet and really just studied a whole bunch of grooming videos and I came out a lot better than I expected.

Patricia Stack My recommendation is to have your pups groomed professionally. It takes training and can be dangerous if you don’t have the proper education. Dogs are moving objects and living beings that are unpredictable and our tools are sharp. I do not advise anyone to groom their own dogs without proper training. I

Final destination is always a possibility with these dangerous tools 😂

What are you looking for?

The Bonve and Bravura have one Speed, and the Andis has 5 speeds! The Bravura has 5 blade lengths in one; I usually use the 40 setting under guard combs and for prep work. The Bonve was a 40 blade (don’t recommend that clipper now). I use a 30 blade under guard combs for the Andis Pulse. You can use a 10 as well. For prep without guards I use a 40

No, it will cut it two lengths shorter than what you want if you go against the way the hair naturally grows; it can make it uneven, and can damage the hair follicles depending on the coat type. Never shave a dog with a shedding coat (double coat or heavy coat); it keeps them cool in summer and warm in winter and it may not ever grow back. Always go with the direction the hair grows to be safe, and to get an even haircut.

@@jillymoochgrooms I’m gonna shave my two pit bulls. I always try to go as short as possible. They are never in a Situation where they are too cold of environment. This ok?

@@indo3052 Respectfully, please, Noooo! They’re smooth coated dogs and there’s really no point any way because they’re so short already. Their top coat actually reflects the UV rays from the sun; the undercoat is what keeps them warm in winter and cool in summer. If you shave them, they will still shed, but they will only shed splinters, and you can damage the hair shaft permanently, even if it’s grown back before, it may not grow back this time or the next time. It’s really not doing you any favors and it’s definitely not healthy for your dogs. Here’s what I recommend you use to help with shedding, to keep their coat healthy, get rid of dander, and distribute the natural oils on their skin to keep them healthy and shiny (and keep shedding at bay-do this about once a week)-brush them will this: www.amazon.com/shop/jillymoochgrooms/list/UQN2GDWPDKWU?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_m

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@@indo3052 you want to brush them with this rubber curry comb. I promise you will thank me later (and so will your pups!)!

I’m sorry but I don’t provide professional public advice for pet parents. Grooming is dangerous and expensive because we are highly trained and require dogs to be on a strick schedule to provide optimal health care for your pet. That is a very difficult coat to maintain. I am happy to offer you lessons via zoom; but I won’t give advice on a public forum. It’s too dangerous. Please let me know; I train pet parents all the time. Thank you!

Thanks anyway, will just have to figure out myself

@@vonsboy Be very careful; you can seriously hurt your dog in many ways if you don’t have the knowledge. You have absolutely no idea what goes into dog grooming. Plus, you have a breed that needs to be trained for grooming, like all dogs; however, the OES need to learn how to behave properly in a professional grooming environment. I strongly urge you to reconsider and arrange your budget to fit the type of dog you chose to buy and take care of. Dogs are like children, they cannot take care of themselves. They rely on you for food water and appropriate care. You wouldn’t deny your child a doctor would you? Then why would you deny an animal that MUST be groomed once a month minimum a professional grooming? It’s exactly the same thing. If you can’t afford the dog perhaps it’s time to rehome it. Best of luck to your doggo.

@@vonsboy by the way…$170 is cheap for an OES.

That may well be but as a retired person it’s more than I have to spend, I thank you for your time and thoughts though!

No sorry!

Good clipper choice! What do you mean about a shorter clip. You can get the metal snap on attachment guard combs to use rather than the plastic ones that come with it-they go from very short to 1” long.

So you want less than zero?

No they mean the letter O comb, not the zero (0)

Hi, I’m sorry they’re already sold

Steve Pailet Like I said, it wouldn’t make it. I have another review coming out. They’re trying to improve it and you can change the blade for another 5-in-1 blade but the clipper is approximately 12.00 and I couldn’t find a new blade online. They’re meant to be disposable and I don’t stand behind junk.

David Dickson This ain’t Hollywood, David. 💁🏻‍♀️

Georgie Hughes Please do not do this yourself. You could cut them, cause clipper burn, or worse! This video is for professional groomers not at home groomers. You are not trained you should not ever take clippers to your dog if you cannot afford them please adopt them out.

www.google.com/amp/s/www.nbcboston.com/investigations/mass-pets-getting-seriously-hurt-in-grooming-mishaps-veterinarians-say/2129662/%3famp

Not to worry, Jilly... I’ve been grooming them for years... only the clippers are not adequate for the job. It takes me sooo long - 2 days.

Georgie Hughes Phew! Okay!

Actually, I’d like to find good clippers and 2-3 sizes of attachments - plastic is okay - for $100 or so. It seems the prices are either $50 or $199+. I’ve found $100 for clippers but doesn’t seem to include the various comb attachment sizes

Steve Pailet The Wahl is not disposable in any way. Neither is that Andis! Those Andis blades are, Indeed, able to be resharpened (and my Pulse is still going strong). So are the Wahl 5-in-1s butIt doesn’t last long like the interchangeable blades. That Bonve clipper is NOT strong nor made for professionals. Thank you for your feedback.

@@jillymoochgrooms At least 50% of the shops I sharpen for use some sort of wahl clipper bravara or arco for finish work. As few sharpeners resharpen the 5/1 ( I do resharpen them) The only choice for many of these groomers was just to purchase new. For a long time Wahl just said the blades were disposable and that was true. If you look at the blades and teeth on the cutters they are tiny tiny and the cutter is thin and flexible .. Add to this that you are hard pressed to find people who actually oil their blades. Between the two things .. The blades go dull fairly fast. I am now seeing a lot of babyliss tools . they are also disposable. they inject mold plastic into the blades for the drives. so similar to the bonve

Steve Pailet Yes I actually worked with Wahl on the problem of those 5-in-1 blades and they worked hard to make a better product. I know what you mean about lack of proper care. They can go along way when they are cared for correctly. And many other companies are also trying to follow suit because of the crazy rush to buy clippers during the pandemic.BUt...like you said, They are not putting out the same quality product.

@@jillymoochgrooms I have sharpened a couple. but since there are ZERO parts available I consider that 100% disposable.

Sorry!

Sorry. I couldn’t figure out how to turn it off. 🤷🏻‍♀️