Best Dog Shavers For Thick Hair (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.

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

It’s worth buying 2 & switching them out as they get hot when doing a large animal like my 90 lb dog. They get hot & it’s uncomfortable against the dog’s skin. The clippers have never “over heated” on me or stopped working, but the dogs tolerate it best when it’s not hot to the touch. I keep my air compressor going & blow the clippers out, spray it quickly with the cooling/lubricant spray & switch to the next pair….back & forth. Works beautifully. Also great for doing my husband & sons hair- just keep the blades oiled & sharpened. We’ve had one clipper for 15 years now, finally resigned to buying the second one as we are clipping our dogs a lot more often these days & it’s much more efficient with two clippers to alternate instead of waiting for the one to cool downDIY industrial Mom

horses, fluffy puppies, even the softest of bunnies. it'll trim em' all. it says it will work wet too but it kinda sucks on wet fur compared to how good it is when they are dry, just sayin…BUT. I really am glad I spent the money for this and while my husband wasn't too happy at first- after clipping our husky mix she looked like she came from a fancy groomer vs looking like Helen Keller got to her with a pair of scissors. 🙂Alliecat1

These are awesome clippers. My first pair lasted 18 years, and that's a pretty good track record clipping many house dogs and show horses. They get hot, so you need to work fast, and I buy Oster Cool Lube to spray on them during the breaks in clipping sessions to help cool them off. You can also buy other blades to change out quickly when the blades get hot. Blades come in different numbers, the higher the number the closer the clippers shave the hair to the skin. I have at least two sets of each numbered blade so when one set it off being sharpened, I have a blade to use. I keep a set of four #10 blades as I use those the most. Keep your blades and these clippers clean and they will last you a long time.Y Bigan

We have not had this trimmer not even a year only used a few times to remove mats on the cat. Seemed to work well until this weekend and it is already dead. We charged the battery until the green light illuminated tried to turn on the clippers and they just will not work. Not worth the price that they want for it and no warranty is even worse. You are better off buying electric clippers or a company known for good pet grooming products. Unfortunately, Bell Howell is not it!dladdis

My dog needed a small trim. She’s a short hair chihuahua. A professional grooming wasn’t needed. After pricing trimmers, I saw this one at BB&B. I read reviews, and for the price, decided it was worth a try. So happy I did! Was quiet enough not to scare my dog, which I was concerned about. Took reviewers advice on introducing trimmer and she let me trim her a few times (a little at a time). Her trim looks and feels great!Marti

I have only used this trimmer once since receiving it and I am happy with my first time results. I have a long hair cat and got a really nice trim using the 9 mm comb. The trimmer is quiet and lightweight. I love that it is cordless and rechargable as it offers the ease and maneuverability that corded trimmers do not. My cat has black fur so the led light is very helpful for ensuring I get an even trim. Overall, I am happy with this trimmer and will continue to use it for my cat's grooming needs.Ctmom1

It’s not exactly like the first one I purchased and this one has one speed not two 👎little disappointed but nothing too seriousMegan

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

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

These clippers work great I have a 16 yr old toy poodle with thick curly hair and they went right through with out any problem. I normally use $200 show horse clippers well the ones I had died after 10 yrs and with his age I couldn’t justify spending that much now. Very happy with them and the best part they are cordless and very quiteTammy

Just what I need, right on time… My roti, ridgeback and Dobbi was a hair dropping mess! Bout two for starts. Awesome! Got rid of all the hair back too normal. Ordered twoore GREAT PRICE* LIVE in the Bahamas there needed. Thanks! Walmart.Ian

It does the job for my standard aussie! And boy did it arrive just in time to deal with a poopy pants situation! Love the combs and sharp little scissors. Very happy with it. I wouldn't recommend for shearing sheep lol, but for smaller, fine hair it works great.Michelle

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

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

I am amazed how this works. After leaving it alone for a week it learns the house and noises animals etc. Then it can not be faulted. I even tested it. I asked it then went upstairs and opened a window. It sent an alert. Even a door etc. Love it.ellie2680

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

Wahl pet clipper is a fantastic value. It does not overheat and the battery delivers hours of use to groom your pets. I have saved $150.00 grooming my dog and $125.00 grooming the cat. Great Value!!!!!!!Margaret

I wanted a cheaper pair of clippers to try clipping my dogs. Not sure if I could manage so did not want to put out a lot of money. These actually work pretty darn good.KAREN

I purchased the Wahl pro Series rechargeable dog clippers. I was thrilled with the results. My pomeranian gets very thick undercoat and was surprised how well it cut through the very thick fur. I enjoyed the rechargeable clippers whi h lasted nearly 3 hours of clipping!Victoria

I can't read Chinese and everything is written in Chinese. Instructions are in Chinese. It was a waste of money and I know you will not accept a return so I'm stuck with something I can't use.Sarah S.

The trimmer came very quickly. Packed in a box. Included is a charging cable. The device is already charged. Works well, thanks to the seller. I recommend the goods and the seller.E

Well it works but my dog hates it, I had a different brand and it quit so I thought I would try this one. Will keep trying. It is not very quite the buzzing annoys me only can imagine what mt dog was thinking. Also, I ordered white I got pink, glad I have a girl dog. 😂😂Joanne M.

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

This clipper saved me so much money. I had a different clipper that would get hot from the length of time I'd be having to use it because it would barely cut the dog's hair. (I even had the blades replaced) So I decided to buy this clipper and I was amazed at how it cut the dog's undercoat so effortlessly like a hot knife on butter. I had been tempted to go to a groomer, but with this clipper, I was able to groom the dog myself easily.Eva

I was looking forward to this, because of the great reviews. Well, I have the same problems as all the other 1 star reviews. Guess some of us get a faulty one??? My pup’s fur (maltipoo) was freshly cleaned and completely dry and brushed out. I’ve used buzzers on humans before, so I had a general idea of how this should go. Plus i watched a ton of dog grooming how to videos. All this does is take off a tiny bit of fur and then get stuck. Over and over. The hair never falls off, i had to pull it off every time. We tried adjusting the settings, changing the blade covers, using it with no cover, even turning the blade adjusting screw. Even at its highest possible setting (also very loud) it just doesn’t cut. After several 15 minute attempts, we hadn’t even made a dent. She looks the same. Very disappointed.Ellie

After a failed attempt at giving my fluffy cat a buzz cut with regular clippers, I bit the bullet and bought these "pet" clippers. You wouldn't think it would make that big of a difference, but let me tell you, these cut so much better. Using a guard I didnt experience any pulling or snagging and my cat sat comfortably. The only downside was that they did seem to get hot after 10 or so minutes of usage. The noise and vibration didnt scare my cat, but I would recommend turning them on and petting/encouraging your pet before cutting, to give them a few minutes to feel comfortable. These clippers took off so much hair I barely even recognize my cat 😂 lol. I would efinitely recommend these to others as an affordable option for grooming your pet at home.marissa.b

Très bon produit, robuste et efficace, elle va me faire des années comme on dit. Pas trop bruyante en plus. On peut régler la taille de coupe en plus.LORENE

Wir haben uns nach langer Suche für die Moser Rex Schneidemaschine entschieden. Es war die beste Entscheidung. Sie kommt super durch das Fell und das Scheren ging zügig. Wir sind mit der Leistung sehr zufrieden. Absolute Empfehlung.Blume80

Great size and easy to handle. Love that it is cordless and the perfect size for cleaning up paws and faces. The face that it is battery powered kinda stinks. Wish it was rechargeable. A little noisy too if you pet is sensitive to sounds.Brandie

Works great for small areas and clean up! I use it in between grooming for my dog to keep his hair neat and trimmed. Great for paws, face, and other sensitive areas and it allows me to go longer between haircuts to save money.Laura

This product is OK. It isn’t heavy and it is fairly quiet which I like. The dog and cat aren’t fans of it but that is to be expected. This is a good size especially if you’re limited on space or traveling, etc.Kaitlynn