Dog Grooming - Help

[jji]

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I have just used my new Wahl clippers plus blade attachment for the first time and had a bit of a disaster. The first side lots of hair came off but when I took the attachment off to clean it and put it back on, things didn't seem to work. I don't think the clippers are cutting the hair but I've checked everything and can't see where the problem is.

I have tried just using the blade on it's own but even then it won't cut short enough. I have an 8.5 Competition Series blade which came with the clippers. After I used it the first time, it felt like the blade was dragging through the hair but I have checked and the blades are moving.

I have just moved to Glasgow for 18months and don't know anyone or where to go to get some help - I can find someone on Monday no doubt.

Can anyone give me any advice meanwhile please?

 

[banana]

You need to make sure there is no hair stuck in them and you normally get oil with them and need to keep them oiled I think?

Welcome to Dog Forum, I am Anna

 

[Shamrock]

The comb attachments work a lot better on a 30 or 15 blade, I've never tried to use them with a 8.5 . It sounds as though the blade is clogged up, try sliding the upper blade over a bit, and brush, then to the other side, oil, and try again.

 

[jji]

Thank you both for your advice. I have reoiled and yes, I think it has something to do with the blade size, think I need to order another size.

I am Jennie, I will get around to getting a photo of my lovely patient wheaten terrier!

 

[Dizzyjenni]

Hi! Welcome to the forum Hope you sort the clippers out soon.

 

[lurcherman]

welcome to the wonderful world of k9 :thumbsup: