If you dont have a good pet clipper just. As stated in the video if youre not comfortable doing this please seek a.
You can use a give me your paw command to get your dogs paw into your hands.
How to shave a dogs legs.
The better quality equipment you use the safer it is.
Do the same for tufts of hair protruding below the feet.
If she is a bigger breed you can work on the floor.
Change direction of the clippers and go.
Always use light pressure to.
Some dogs are not able to lift the legs for groin shaving so do what is comfortable for the dog and do not force the legs to lift as it may cause unnecessary pain.
This will keep the dog clean when it needs to go to the bathroom especially for long haired dogs.
Repeat with the other leg.
Hook her up to the restraint on the table or a leash attached to a table leg depending on where youre working.
Keeping a close eye on your dogs pads is crucial if you want to help avoid infection or discomfort in any way.
Trim your dogs feet.
Look for tufts of hair that bunch from between the toes and trim them down so theyre level with the tops of the dogs feet.
I suggest a number 15 blade if you have a clipper with detachable blades or an adjustable blade.
At this point you will want to check the clippers and make sure they have not become overheated.
If your dog is a small to medium breed you will find grooming her much easier on a grooming table that puts her at a comfortable working height.
With the dog standing straight use the shears and comb to trim the lower legs.
Lift your dogs leg as if it were going to go to the bathroom.
The clippers method 1.
Shave underneath the leg.
Once you have your dogs leg up shave with the clippers from the armpit down toward the toes.
Pick the correct blade for your dogs fur length.
When you reach the rear legs lift each leg a bit higher and carefully shave the groin area.
Raise the tail and shave the area around the rectum as well.
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