Using Ultrasonic Cleaners
by Jeff Andrews, Northern Tails Sharpening Ultrasonic Cleaners (UC) have been used in the grooming industry for years. I used to mix chemicals in beakers when I was an R&D…
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How to Properly Oil a Clipper Blade
by Jeff Andrews, Northern Tails Sharpening Most groomers apply too much oil when oiling clipper blades. If you over oil it drains through the teeth and onto pet coats. Some…
Beyond the Coat
by Jacqueline Hynes, Madra Mor Canine Spa Treatments The recent national media attention on negative grooming situations provides an excellent opportunity to advance your facility’s reputation and bottom line. Think…
Chart of Clipper Blade and Snap-ons Cutting Lengths by Manufacturer
Here is a handy chart you can download and print. It details the cutting heights of various manufacturer’s snap-ons and clipper blades. Download Handy Reference Chart Chart provided by courtesy…
Blade Plaque: What is it
by Jeff Andrews, Northern Tails Sharpening Blade plaque is the “stuff” that sticks to the insides of clipper blade teeth. Most groomers pay little attention to it. Actually it is…
Download Free Planners to Outfit a Grooming Business
Download Free Planners & Shopping Lists to Fill-in by Grooming Business in a Box® Grooming Business in a Box® professionals have developed Planners for you. Some can used for any…
Writing a Mobile Grooming Business Plan
Starting a mobile grooming business typically involves less cash outlay than a commercial location. Most of the cash outlay is required for the down payment on the mobile vehicle, but…
Don’t Forget! Grease the Cutter Notch
by Jeff Andrews, Northern Tails Sharpening I received a customer’s Bravura and several blades. She said the clipper was burning and vibrating during her last groom. Upon inspection I found…
Blow Away Your Troubles
The Science Behind HV Drying: De-shedding, De-matting & De-Tangling by Dave Campanella, Best Shot Pet Products www.bestshotpet.com By now you have come to realize shedding and matting are the top reasons…
Preventing Cord Problems on Clippers with Voltage Converters
by Jeff Andrews, Northern Tails Sharpening Some clippers have voltage converters at the end their cords. Voltage is converted from 120 volts AC to DC current. DC motors have more…