Best Dog Grooming Clippers For Thick Coats (Jan 2023 Update)

I love this product, it was the first time I cut my dog at home and I did a great job. Only thing I don’t like is the hair gets stuck in the clipper guards so you have to clean them out after cutting a little bit of hair.octavia

This pet grooming kit is very high end. I think they are higher quality than the human set I have for cutting my husband’s hair! I love that they are cordless and better yet that they are rechargeable! The trimmer is very quiet and does not scare my skittish Jack Russell mix. This set comes with trimmers, the charging cord, a metal comb, nail clippers, rasp, 4 guide combs, two pairs of scissors (regular and thinning), oil and a brush for cleaning and lubricating the blades. It is great not having to wrestle with a cord when trimming your pet. The trimmers work smoothly and cut evenly for a very professional looking result. I would highly recommend this set.Taterbug

I like the unit just fine… It did well on both my dogs and I even used it to trim my hair once. The problem I have with this item is that the cord to power/charge it was missing. Sadly, I didn't bother to check for all the parts until the thing was dead. I grabbed the box to get the cord but there wasn't one. So – Now I have a useless groomer that worked great until no charge. I haven't seen any adapters that look like or list the groomer yet.Brian

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

Purchased to “groom” three Havanese during pandemic closure of groomers. The clippers worked very well with grooming ability far beyond a first-timer’s skills. We were completely satisfied with the product and will continue honing our skills on three unsuspecting dogs. I’m sure we will continue using professionals on a less frequent basis to clean up our amateurs shortcomings. Recouping the clipper cost was done with the first use. We’ll see how our grooming progresses. It’s sort of fun.Tamike

I just bought this a couple days ago. My dog (toy poodle) had needed groomed for awhile now. I had 2 groom w/ out a guard at 1st to get matts out. But after that it worked soo well. It's not silent, but definitely way more quiet then a norm set of clippers. They got the job done & didn't overheat. Said for medium coats, but cut my poodle just fine! I'd highly reccomend this product!Bonita30

I have a goldendoodle with super dense hair and tried to use the trimmer to cut long hair with tiny mats throughout. It was slow going but it held up surprisingly well despite me not washing him first. After a while it started to seize up. But I think if your dog’s hair is well groomed first and you’ve already tried to cut out the snarls then it’ll function great—considering the low price. Probably slower than a more expensive product. But all the different accessories are great! It was everything I needed.Losetheshoes

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

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

So many attachments. Well worth the cost! Conair is a well known and well made brand. Very pleased w this item and would totally purchase again as a gift for a friend who grooms her own dogs. Highly Recommend!Shana A

This is a great entry-level clipper/grooming kit. Has everything that you need for light-duty grooming, and then some. The metal comb and small head attachment for getting in smaller places (paws, elbows, etc.) are a nice addition. These clippers have multiple speed settings that are selected on the back-side of the unit and activated when pushing the button on the front (i.e., a "boost" to use as needed). Nice feature. Overall, a solid clipper set for light grooming jobs!Tara

Perfectly quiet, perfectly sized, easy to change guards, love that it is cordless and the battery lasts a while. The complete kit gives you everything you need for grooming dogs and cats alike! I definitely didn’t know I needed this, but now that I have it I can’t live without it!Hulk

I love this product, it was the first time I cut my dog at home and I did a great job. Only thing I don’t like is the hair gets stuck in the clipper guards so you have to clean them out after cutting a little bit of hair.octavia

This pet grooming kit is very high end. I think they are higher quality than the human set I have for cutting my husband’s hair! I love that they are cordless and better yet that they are rechargeable! The trimmer is very quiet and does not scare my skittish Jack Russell mix. This set comes with trimmers, the charging cord, a metal comb, nail clippers, rasp, 4 guide combs, two pairs of scissors (regular and thinning), oil and a brush for cleaning and lubricating the blades. It is great not having to wrestle with a cord when trimming your pet. The trimmers work smoothly and cut evenly for a very professional looking result. I would highly recommend this set.Taterbug

I like the unit just fine… It did well on both my dogs and I even used it to trim my hair once. The problem I have with this item is that the cord to power/charge it was missing. Sadly, I didn't bother to check for all the parts until the thing was dead. I grabbed the box to get the cord but there wasn't one. So – Now I have a useless groomer that worked great until no charge. I haven't seen any adapters that look like or list the groomer yet.Brian

When covid made it difficult to get my dogs groomed, I tried doing it myself. My dogs did not make it easy. After 3 different brands, i ordered oneisall clippers and it changed everything. No noise, easier vibration, and no snagging. I can get my dogs to cooperate and they even have gained patience for ME learning how to style a nice groom.julie.r

Very satisfied you can hardly hear it running which is great. Appears to be very well made and everything works great. Didn't seam to bother my dogs at all while giving them ta trim.rmoody2010

This is my second set. I bought the first set about 8 year ago and noticed they werent performing as well so decided to buy a new set. Excellent quality at a very affordable price.kpcanfill

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

Bought this a few weeks ago when another cordless clipper I own would no longer hold a charge and I could not buy a replacement rechargeable battery. I use it to touch up my horses bridle path and face and my dog between her professional groomings. It works great. I also used the old one to cut my husbands hair but this one will not cut his hair so that is a con. I love how light it is and how the shape feels in my hand. It is also very quiet.Karen

Best dog product I have ordered! This little vacuum does the job! Not sure why I haven’t ordered one sooner? Nonetheless, I am telling all of my friends about it, so they can enjoy this pet hair buster with their furry friends. Five star product, for sure!Sharon

Beautiful farmhouse inspired feeder. Well made and sturdy solid wood. Arrived fully assembled and ready to go, Good quality and highly recommendAnonymous

I wish I bought this product years ago! I gave my poodle mix dog a trim that looks like it was done by a professional groomer. And the best part, all of the trimmings were captured i side of the canister. I highly recommend this product!Dawn

bought to trim long haired Shepard. Cutters just didnt cut well. Tried them on my own beard but kept snagging,( used wahl dog clippers for years on beard till blade dulled). Will persevere in case it is a technique change thats required.5255pete

Have been riding for over 50 years. This is the 5th set of Oster clippers in my life. Have clipped horses, goats and dogs. Never had a clippers break or stop running. Have given them away for various reasons but always ended up getting another A5 Oster again. Just the most reliable. Gave my last set to my granddaughter for her dogs when my schnauzer died. Ended up with 2 schnauzer rescues so, ordered another A5 Oster!.Wannaberanch

Love love love theses clippers! This is my second Oster Golden A5 clipper in 30 years! They last a long time, are super heavy duty and are low maintenance. Highly recommend the A5 for personal or professional use.Deborah

They are very weighty, so you know you have a good quality of clippers in your hand. I am very impressed they are of good quality, and they are cordless a bid bouns.Yves

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

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 was disappointed the the unit did not come with a blade and blade accessories. The unit worked well. It did get hot and the blade burned my dog. It took a long time to cool down.Claudia D.

It came with the best instructions ever with information like how to fix an overheating blade. The clippers were fast and quiet and with a couple of extra blades so I didn’t have to wait for one to cool, I clipped my horse in record time with great precision.Nancy R.