Best Dog Clippers For Schnauzers (Jan 2023 Update)

I’m a professional groomer that needed a quick replacement clipper while mine was in for repair. This clipper is hard to use. The blade hinge is very tight and difficult to open. The blade drive needs to be perfectly aligned to change blades, and can take several tries. I don’t think it was really meant to swap blades. Not powerful enough for pro use, and way to difficult for an “at home” groomer.Oregon Dog Groomer

I'm not a professional groomer. I've taken my Lhasa to get professionally groomed for the first 15 years of her life, then the pandemic hit, shuttering her groomer's place of work. After 8 weeks without a haircut, she couldn't see because of her hair and her hair all over was getting out of control. I chose these specific ones because of the reviews and also partially because these were one of maybe two types of clippers left in my area bc all others were sold out. I'm glad I was able to snag these! They worked very well, and didn't get hot (and I was clipping for quite some time since my pup is a wiggler!). The noise wasn't overly loud – it sounded no louder than my ultrasonic jewelry cleaner. My dog didn't mind the noise. They were easy to use after watching some YouTube tutorials. The one downside is the "instruction booklet" was not very helpful. It only contained the standard warnings and some graphics that don't really aid the user in telling me how to remove the blade to clean it (I'm still trying to figure that one out) I would definitely recommend these if you want to clip your dog at home. When I feel comfortable with her going to the groomer again, I definitely plan to take her back to the pros, but in the meantime, these work to carry me over and for in-between visits to the salon.MomOfLhasa

The razor got the job done on my super “hairy/fuzzy” dog. I don’t know her breed but the coat is very thick and matted. I order a different blade, (7 skip tooth), and was pleased. I had to work it a little with an upward motion in the bad areas but it cut through. The only thing I had trouble with was changing the blades. It took me a few tries to get the old blade off but eventually I got it.Theresa S.

I've never used clippers before but I did pretty good on my yorkiedoodle. Had to stop a few times because the clippers heated up and didn't want to work. But I blame that on myself because I was so nervous and clipping slower than most people wouldmark

I ordered this clipper even though some reviews said it was noisy. The clippers I received are very quiet and my dog didn't mind them at all. They didn't overheat and were very easy to use. I am very pleased with them.Robert

So happy with these clippers, they cut so easily, have a fast charge and hold the charge great! They are light weight and perfect for body, face, and feet. I purchased these after reading many different reviews and research on professional clippers to use on my Shih Tzu. She previously had long show coat length hair, and now has Asian Fusion styled cut. Very happy with the Wahl Bravura Lithium Clippers! The turquoise is very pretty and love that they are cordless!!Shih T. M.

Initially, I liked these clippers despite the less than robust power for thick bridle paths. However, they are perfect or were perfect for my Goldendoodle and horse whiskers. Unfortunately, they just stopped. I charged them and nothing…but a new charger, charged them again and NOTHING. They worked for about a year and that was it.MorganGirl

Used on cat. Started by setting clippers on floor and letting them run so cat got more used to noise. Did this several days. Then trimmed a little. Took three days to do back and sides (all I dare do) the first time. He was not so much scared of noise by then, but did not like vibration when touched. He got more used to it all as he was trimmed more and I did most of sides and back in one attempt the second time I trimmed him. Fur looked like child had taken scissors to it when I used the guide comb attachments, so finally used without those and looked smoother. I have a second cat I would not dare trim with these as he is very noise averse. Both are long-haired.Zexia

This is a definite must buy! I got this for a gift from my brothers standard poodle who takes out to run all the time and play, well it just happened that one day Kole went through a bush of burs and had them stuck all through him and the only way 5o get them off was to shave him because it was so bad. I used these clippers and they are so quiet and just slid right through his fur and some matts he had due to the thickness of his fur with no problem at all. I am now buying a 2nd set for my pups that have long hair.Jessica

I have gotten 2 seperate sets of these. the first one didnt cut hair at all it just ripped the fur out. i even tried it on myself and it ripped the hair out rather than cutting it. the second pair wouldnt cut with a guard on so when the guard was removed it was cutting fine but grabbed and tore my dogs skin open. whal is a great company but they definitely missed the mark with this onewilliam

To start off, these clippers are very noisy. The on/off switch is stiff and sometimes when I turn it on, it makes a loud noise and shutts off. For some reason the different comb lengths are difficult to get on and off. They cut some of my dog's fur and sone it does not cut. They got caught in a matt and would not cut through it. I had to grab scissors and cut through the matt. They also get hot fast. I followed the manufacturers insteuctions very closely. I should return them but because I have used them I will keep them but I will be going to another store and purchase Andis which seems to be the choice of most groomers. I do not recommend.Gramma

I bought the clippers September and within a few days the clippers were at my house earlier than expected which was great but the best part was that they were so easy to use and actually worked. It use to take 4-5 hours to trim my chow chow because my other dog constantly licks her no amount of combing helped with the other clippers. But these cut like a hot knife through butter. It only took me an hour I actually felt like I was dreaming. The only downside is that it does warm up and I stopped a few times. Although the warming up stopped me a few times it was not exactly all that bad it gave my dog a rest and she liked being free for a bit and play with me. So she actually did not hate the experience as she had in the past. Over all I love this product and I feel bad I did not buy it sooner it would have been easier for me and my poor chow.love chowchow

Have only used this clipper to trim my labradoodle one time but it was a dream. Powerful and easy to use. I had read some reviews about these clippers overheating easily but that was not the case. As a total beginner at trimming my overgrown dog, it took me over an hour of cutting with the clippers running almost constantly. They were warm when I was done, but not hot and never too hot to hold. My husband tried to change the comb attachment (I bought a set directly from Andis) and he accidentally removed the entire blade assembly. It took him a long time to figure out how to get that back on. It was not intuitive, and the instructions didn't help. There's a small, hinged plate in the dead center of the clipper head that has to be lifted up, before you can get the blade assembly back on. The spring is strong so at first it doesn't seem like it will lift. That's the trick. You're welcome;-).carolynmcgown

This pet trimmer works great. It is very easy to use on both my dog and my car. It makes trimming my pets hair very simple and does not take long to use. I like that it has many attachments so I am able to do a great job. I also like that this is not too noisy so my pets do not get scared.Reetl1

We have a chow chow mix who has lots and lots of fur. It is really expensive to have her groomed, so we have invested in a number of shavers over the years. None of them have worked very well, and inevitably she ends up back at the groomer. She is now 14 years old and has a hard time going to the grooming salon—it is incredibly stressful for her and she has a hard time standing up for the hours it takes to bathe and shave. This makes her life a lot easier. We shave her a little bit every day, so she isn't having to stand for very long at a time. She still has energy for a walk and to play a little instead of being exhausted by the grooming session. Granted, she looks a little silly only partly shaved, but it has been better for all of us. And, this shaver is SO NICE. It works very well, and is worth the cost. Although it costs a bit up front, it will save you money over time. Totally worth it!Heather

This seems to be nice clipper set. It is heavy and a little loud for my rescue dogs. It did do a good job with the cutting but due to noise it left my rescue dog jumpy and nervous. Only way to adjust length is to use the combs. Everything seems to be a great quality of materials. I would use it for a dog that isn’t nervousSpaniels4

Love this item I use it when groom my dogs on thee feet, I can get rid of the bulk of hair easier. It is quite and it doesn't scare them like some trimmers. Grate buy for the money. This is my 3rd one over the years. I either wear the blade out or I have dropped them.Lisa

This little trimmer is quiet(er) than other trimmers and is good for a beginner. I used it on my teacup poodle (6 lbs). It did not come with any lubricant so you'll need to order that. I got the hang of it pretty fast. It's very effective. I did also try it on my Beagle, who has short, wiry fur and it was just adequate. I don't think this is a good buy for dogs with a wiry or heavy coat. It may work on that kind of coat if you just want to work on small areas.Juli

I bought this SEVEN years ago for my toy poodle puppy. I was in school at the time and decided I'd make an investment in grooming supplies and save money. This has never let me down! I've used it at least once monthly for all those years and I haven't had to have the blade replaced or anything. I've followed the suggestions of brushing out the blades after using and occasionally oiling it and it's performed very well. Words of caution: it can be rather noisy, and it can get really really close- so you have to watch it to make sure you don't skin your pooch. The more I've used it, the more comfortable me and my dog have gotten with it and now I couldn't do without it. It's great on grooming his face, under his tail and his paws. I can get around his paw pads and nails!phelicia.m

Love this clipper. It’s my second one, as I wanted a spare to be able to trade off & let one cool. It’s light weight does not fatigue my hand, like the Andis 2 speed clipper does. Also, the Excel Is quiet, so it doesn’t bother me nor my dogs. Having 5 speeds to select from is perfect for grooming my poodles.Valued C.

As a pet groomer for 16 years the andis excel 5 speeds are my all time favorite!! I love the different speeds for different areas and coat types . Smallest and lightest clippers I’ve found with that kind of power!maria.k

I have two cockers and, at first, I was really happy with the clippers. I have had them for about two years and I only clip them once a month and they are shot. I have just ordered the professional model that will be quieter and, hopefully, last longer. I guess you get what you pay for.NanaBetts

Noisy. Bought at Pet Supermarket. Vibrates alot right out of box.called Andis and they replaced it but same awful clippers.Honey 112

It was hard to pick out a brand, but I finally tried this one. Inexpensive at less than $100, and it cut my fluffy dog's fur really well without feeling like I was raking it through her fur or combing it with the blade. It's not super loud, but it's not whisper quiet. My dog wasn't bothered. Happy with my purchase. I'm not a professional groomer, so maybe there's better out there, but worked great for me!N.D.

I bought these clippers at Petco curbside pickup during the coronavirus quarantine. I have a silky terrier (most people think it's a yorkie) and he needed some "tidying up". I was really happy with the heft of the clipper and all the guards that came with it. After watching the included DVD, I bathed and dried my dog and clipped him. My dog is VERY used to being groomed but I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was. Other seemingly similar clippers I researched were over twice the price. These clippers are meant for a dog with a fine to medium coat so I think if you buy them for that type of dog and follow the directions (and oil them as recommended) that you will be very happy with your purchase. They are made in Sterling, Illinois. You can even send the blade in for free sharpening.Friend of Max the Dog

I purchased these because I am unable to locate clippers for my dog. I did an extensive search and looked at many reviews from several sites. This was the only company that could send these within a week. They showed up in 5 days. I also pulled these from the package and was impressed by the sturdiness of the clippers and how they looked. They are not load and work right out of the box. I oiled them to make sure they would not have any problems as recommend. The video CD is very helpful for any dog. I have a miniature Schnauzer. He was very over grown and very shaggy. Lots of tangles and matting. These clippers cut through all that with no problem. Very smooth and quick cut and not a lot heat from the clippers to make my dog feel uncomfortable. I love these clippers and should have bought a set years ago with the ease of cutting my dog. I would recommend these for any light to medium coat dog.Matthew330

I brought this one week ago and very pleased with the quality of the product. I didn’t realize that my dogs rabies vaccine was 24 days past due and couldn’t book her appointment Until it was up to date. I went in store to purchase these clippers and it was perfect! I will forever give her a hair cut on my own. Best money ever spent. I have a long haired chihuahua.Davis1209

I bought this clipper based on the great reviews I read, so I purchased it. I brought it home and tried it out on my dogs fur who just yesterday I trimmed with a Wahl clipper. The Wahl clippers broke which is the reason I bought this Andis one. The Andis clipper compared to the Wahl one is just awful it feels very light and cheap, and really didnt cut my dogs fur barely. Unless you want to spend an entire afternoon attempting to cut your dogs hair stay away from this product. This product is very loud as well compared to my old Walh one which honestly was super quiet.thirsk66

I bought this and the quality wasn’t that great. My dog yelped when I started and this is after I oiled the blades. The blades were on crooked. One side higher than the other. I returned the product to petco. Maybe it was just that one clipper out of ten that may have the issue but I wouldn’t recommend using a faulty product and perhaps buying one more time the product won’t be the same. If so then I highly wouldn’t recommend it.BellaSophia

I am a dog groomer and I went to classes for dog grooming. I bought this product to help and review it for people. My final say is this is an excellent piece when used correctly. I use correctly very heavily. For this to work on your dog and to get an even cut you MUST use a de-shedding tool. They are found in many different forms but most commonly a simple rake or dog brush it long enough teeth will do. You'll need to thoroughly brush out the loose undercoat otherwise the blades of even the most professional clippers will get tangled and caught. THE FUR MUST BE DRY. Also you need to go WITH the fur not against this will cause a poor cut. Finally the blades will heat up, either do the more sensitive areas of the dog fist, or get a second blade so you can interchange them while one cools. NO matter which way you deal with heated blades ALWAYS ALWAYS A L W A Y S USE BLADE OIL!! its as simple as running a small amount of oil over the blades of cleaned unmoving blades and brushing it through with an old tooth brush. cleaning the blades can be done with a toothbrush aswell. I hoped this helped.TheDogGroomer

I purchased this to groom my dog who is part Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever/Doberman Pinscher. He weighs about 65 lbs. I would have taken him to our Petco groomer, but recently had surgery to remove a cancerous tumor and when they called us to get him in, he had just had his stitches out and wanted him to heal more. Eventually, I decided tobuy this Clipper Kit. It's easy to use and effectively grooms dog. I didn't watch the video, but maybe should have. I didn't use the scissors either. However, I got the intended result. I would recommend it. Also, watch the video. The razor did get pretty toasty, so I had to stop occasionally to let it cool down and clean out the blades. I also made sure to use the oil included in the kit before and during use.Teressa G

I guess I'm having a hard time finding clippers that you can use on the whole body that aren't 100s of dollars. These were slowing down dramatically in 15 minutes, sounded like they are dying. Meanwhile my 12-year-old clippers can still manage to get the job done. These probably work fine for trims and touchups (but not full body shaving a 50lb Standard Poodle). I liked that my other andis blades worked on this clipper so that's why 3 stars. But I am still returning.Alicia93

Great clippers for a show or regular upkeep. I love how their cordless! I can take them anywhere with me. If I need to touch up at a show super easy to just pull these out the clip where necessary necessary. Must have in your tack room/horse trailer. Very quiet and doesn't get too hot. Charges very fast.Nikki

We purchased this for our plush coat shepherd who needed her bloomers groomed badly. She hates being brushed and had layer and layer of thick hot undercoat. The clippers were very efficient in removing all the hair and we could tell our Lexi felt much better (and cooler) after she was "cleaned up". I must admit I was a bit intimidated as I've never used clippers on a dog, but the guard allowed me to get the desired result, and gave me confidence within a couple minutes. The various attachments allow for flexibility also. I couldn't believe how fast I was done. The clipper feels sturdy and well made. It is a nice kit and I'm pleased with the purchase. The only dumb thing I did in preparing to use it for the first time was; when applying the oil to the blade as it tells you to do (this will make you giggle… as I said, I've never used clippers before) I was following the instructions that say to "OIL for maximum efficiency…Place one or two drops of oil on blades while clipper running" well, I did that but tried to help the oil along by using the little brush provided thinking it would help spread the oil with the clipper running….yeah, you can guess… it started chewing up the little bristle brush. Oops, LOL. So don't do as I did. Leave the brush in the kit till you're done and ready to clean it, oh, and turn it off : )) Duh!! Other than that little faux pas, all was well. I'd say it was a good investment.Scott

My husband and I read all the reviews before buying this and compared it to other clippers sold on WallyWorld's site. I don't know what the issue is, but people (like the reviewer below me) need to watch YouTube videos on how to shave their pet before leaving negative or neutral comments. We have a very long-haired rescue kitty who has to be shaved twice a year due to California heat (and humidity), otherwise the shedding and hairballs are a nightmare. He has an equally thick undercoat, so we had to make sure that whatever we bought came from a good company and Wahl delivers with this. We oiled the blades (which also need to be turned on for 30 seconds or so before shaving). We also did not use one of the guides. And at 3am, most of his hair is in the trashcan. Due to squirming, I had to make several passes in some areas, but this shaver delivered each time. The clippers did not get clogged, and if you realize that shaving an animal may take *TIME*, *PATIENCE*, and possibly a helper, you'll do fine with this set. (I need my husband's help for our kitty's belly and legs.) Our kitty was not nicked by the blades with a very close shave, and the choppy look he has now is the same choppy look he gets from professional groomers because he's got anxiety issues with anything close to him that makes an electric hum. (Gardening or leather gloves can help prevent scratches on hands, long-sleeved thick shirts are good for arm/back protection if you have an animal who climbs—like a frightened kitty.) I would recommend anyone grooming an impatient or anxious animal use a table or leveled area so you don't have to bend in awkward positions. I used our kitchen sink, which is a single long sink from the 50s. No issues there. It just came today, so I can't comment about how long the motor and parts will last, but seriously, the extended warranty is $2.00, and as with all electrical devices these days, it's cheaper to buy the warranty and not need it than it is to not buy the warranty and then have something go wrong. Above all, please remember that animals have emotions and reactions. Be patient, be kind, give praise and treats, but most of all, invest time into grooming your pet. It'll go a lot easier on you and your animal.RilriiaK

I purchased these because I am unable to locate clippers for my dog. I did an extensive search and looked at many reviews from several sites. This was the only company that could send these within a week. They showed up in 5 days. I also pulled these from the package and was impressed by the sturdiness of the clippers and how they looked. They are not load and work right out of the box. I oiled them to make sure they would not have any problems as recommend. The video CD is very helpful for any dog. I have a miniature Schnauzer. He was very over grown and very shaggy. Lots of tangles and matting. These clippers cut through all that with no problem. Very smooth and quick cut and not a lot heat from the clippers to make my dog feel uncomfortable. I love these clippers and should have bought a set years ago with the ease of cutting my dog. I would recommend these for any light to medium coat dog.Matthew330

Like many Wahl clipper , this is an efficient product. BUT!, i feel this machine heats up a little more than others i used before, and it could feel like it's burning the hand a little, although the clipper still working properly with no fault. Still i must tell that i have an adult schnauzer dog and clipping his hair after many months of hair growing took a long time and finishing was uncomfortable for my hand. I ended up gripping the clipper with the tip of my fingers to avoid the high heat of the body of the grip.ojtok.tepetl

I used these as soon as the set was delivered. I used to have to tranquilize my pet before taking him to the groomers; that's why I wanted to give this item a try. As soon as I got them, I gave them a try. The clippers were light-weight and quiet. My little dog wasn't afraid and sat quietly while I clipped him, right down to his underside and toes! He thought he was being brushed out! I just saved myself over $70 a month on grooming charges…he will let me clip his fur as it grows out and I won't have to drug him up to do it. As I get more adept at clipping, no one will know that he is being clipped at home instead of at a shop. I have been hand-trimming him for several years anyway and now I can do the entire job myself. Thank you for giving me the tools to do t his.annmarie9500

I purchased this for one of my cats who has bad matted fur on her back she was fine with this till I actually tried to use on her I had to have my boyfriend hold her down and I removed one big mat so far and will be trying again tonight. My other cat didn't mind this at all she just laid there and let me shave her she had very little mats in her fur. I do recommend this you just need to be patient and take it slow especially if you have scared cats like I do. I don't know how well it works with the clippers attached I used it without a clipper and went back and forth slowly at the mat.tingargiul_2

I did a lot of research before I brought these. Horse Journal rated these as on of their "Top Picks". I switched to these from the Wahl Show Pro because of the motor. I like he rotary motor better than the electromagnetic motor because it is quieter. I like the 5 speeds option. They stay cool with the average useage time. I use them for the Face, Legs, Ears and Bridle Paths. They work Very Well.Gallysgirl

My two Shiloh Shepards are pretty tolerant of this trimmer. Cuts thru double coats pretty well. Need to remove plastic guide frequently to keep it cutting smooth. Would expect that with any trimmer given the thickness of their coatssscarnaughty

Prior to the Andis, I had a set of Oster A5s for over 20 years. About 5 years ago, I treated myself to new clippers so I wouldn't need a screwdriver to change blades anymore. Fortunately, I kept those old A5s, because I needed them today when the motor on the Andis clippers suddenly died in the middle of a very light-duty clip job. I had always been dissatisfied with how quickly the blades heated up on the Andis, which necessitated owning more blades so I could change them out more frequently. The Andis also had a bit weaker action than the A5 – took longer to clip legs evenly (and we're not talking about horses with a lot of hair, here). Because of the clipper design, I had to stop fairly frequently to brush hair out from under the blades and oil the motor (there is a plastic piece under the blades that comes loose over time). Overall, the plastic housing is pretty flimsy, and when you take apart the clippers (as I did to see if I could fix them), there are plastic pieces in critical places. Not what you'd expect for high-end clippers! The low speed was pretty much useless on show horses – you need high speed for an even clip job. I'd say the Andis had medium-duty use – we have a little herd of 4 APHA show horses and clip muzzles, bridle paths, white legs, white faces and ears prior to shows. So, I was very surprised, after reading all the high ratings before I purchased, that these clippers would die after just 5 years. I'm going back to the trusty Oster A5s, will just get a new set that don't require a screwdriver to change blades. Side note: These Andis would NOT survive body-clipping, and even if they did, your horse would look like you ran a lawnmower over him. But, they're not designed for body-clipping, and neither are any other light-duty clippers. For body-clipping, you need the heavy-duty $250+ clippers. Within a season, you'd kill any show clippers like these doing body clips. Plus, it would take you FOREVER to get the job done.RachelKM

I will never go back to Oesters again. I've used Oesters for years ( decades!) This is my first pair of Andis clippers and I have never been so happy. What a difference !!! These clippers clipped thru two minis like butter ( new blades/freshly bathed ) Blades were cleaned periodically during clip and lubed with the Andis blade care spray. I didn't have to stop during clipping to let them cool. ( they cooled about 15 min between minis). Cannot believe the quality of these clippers!! So easy to use, hand doesn't get tired, not overall too heavy and not too loud. Why haven't I switched to Andis sooner !!!!!!!Jackey

Work great so far, was able to do the body portion of my horse in an hour (he's a 16.2 deep barreled paint). The clippers do get hot so it would be best to have an extra blade to alternate with, even if you use the cooling spray.Kathleen