G'day, I'm Dr Harry Cooper. Congratulations on selecting the Revel Pet Grooming Kit.
These days we all know how costs can mount up when we take our pet down to the parlour
for a trim. With the Revel Pet Grooming Kit we can help to reduce those costs by following
the groomer's pattern and that way your dog will be kept looking its best all the time.
This particular model has an adjustable blade control which is used for close trimming and
other cutting variations which we'll demonstrate later on. Let's start by getting to know your
clipper set. The control lever is located at your thumb and when pressed in the blade
moves out to increase the cutting length. To lock the blades in this position simply
press the locking switch on the other side of the clipper. This enables you to cut through
thick hair without catching. Your clipper set also comes with removable trim guides,
numbers one, two and three, each in varying sizes. The used one here is required to be
trimmed to a longer length. To attach simply slide onto the clipper. To remove slide off
and away from the clipper. It's worth remembering that the clipping blades never become dull
or blunt from cutting the dog's hair. It's the dirt and grit in the dog's coat that causes
the problem. Now you can avoid that by making sure the dog's been brushed, washed and thoroughly
dried before you start to clip. Remember, never clip wet hair. Make sure it's thoroughly
dry. It's important that you keep the blades free from any dirt or dust particles and well
lubricated with the oil provided. Or you can use household oil if you wish. The procedure
is simple. First brush the blades with a small brush provided. Both sides. Then with the
clippers turned on a drop or two of oil at both ends of the clipping head. And this should
be done before, during and after each clipping session. Before we demonstrate the versatility
of the Breville Animal Crippers on some of our furry friends, let's take a look at some
of the simple steps to remember when grooming. We all know that grooming is important for
your dog's good health and well being. Regular brushing gives your dog a clean healthy coat
free from matted hair which can cause skin irritations. When brushing, brush out all the
tangles and mats thoroughly from the coat. Never attempt to wash the hair while still
matted. Adding water only tightens those knots. Bathing. This is the most important part of
grooming. If any dirt or soap is left in the coat, it is almost impossible to achieve a
proper finish. First, wet the dog thoroughly. Apply soap and work up into a rich lather,
making sure soap doesn't enter the eye area. Then give the dog a good scrub all over and
rinse thoroughly. Most dogs require two soapings followed by a cream rinse. When washing is
finished, squeeze out all the excess moisture from the coat and towel dry before using a
dryer. Now when using a dryer, brush at the same time, concentrating on one area at a
time. But always use a low setting on your dryer and keep it moving. A dog's skin is
very sensitive. Once your dog's skin is dry, you're ready for trimming. To show the various
trimming techniques and how to use the Breville attachments, we're going to clip a schnauzer,
a terrier cross and a poodle. And the reason we're using these breeds is because they demonstrate
techniques that can be used on all other breeds. To groom successfully, you must have a non-slip
surface. And today we're using a bath mat on a garden table. But you could use a similar
mat on a table or bench of any convenient height. Maddie here is a schnauzer. And unlike
the poodle and the terrier cross, her breed has a very distinctive style. You begin with
the head by combing the eyebrows forward. With outer trim guide attached, clip the top
of the head smooth from above the eye socket to the ears. Holding the ears flat, clip from
the center out on both sides. Use the corner of the blades to clean out the area between
the eyes to highlight those eyebrows. Place the clipper at the side of the eye and trim
to the calic at the base of the neck, following the grain of the hair. Adjust the clipper blade
forward with the control lever and lock it in position. Now you're ready to trim the
body. Begin at the top of the neck and trim with the grain and the contours of the body.
Proceed gently down the legs, lifting the clippers away from the skin to lengthen the
coat. You may prefer to use a guide. Take care around the tail. Make sure you brush often
and retrim patchy areas to achieve that perfect finish. And of course, don't forget to trim
the ears, the beard, and the eyebrows into that traditional triangular shape with the
scissors to finish the job. Trimming the thick coat of a terrier cross, you can attach trim
guides number one or two, depending on the length of coat you desire. Beginning at the
top of the neck, clip the body, legs, and underbelly. Run the clippers down the cheek
area to shape the head. Then clip the top of the head toward the base of the skull.
To trim the underbelly, attach trim guide number one. To finish the job, comb the hair
on the forehead forward and trim over the eyes with scissors. And don't forget to trim
the feet for that really well-groomed look. The fellow is 10 years old, and he prefers
a slight beard to the clean shaven appearance of most poodles. To begin, make sure your
dog is relaxed. Turn the clippers on and hold them close to the body for a moment or two
so the dog is comfortable with the vibration and the sounds of the motor. Let's start
with trimming around the face and ears. For this, you will not need to attach a trim guide.
Hold the clipper with the teeth facing up. Lift the ear and support the dog's muzzle
on the opposite side. Gently clip from the top of the ear to the corner of the eye, using
your thumb to tension the skin. It's important when clipping any animal to allow the clippers
to move freely through the coat. Always avoid excess pressure. Using a scooping motion,
clip toward the end of the nose from under the eye, against the grain of the hair, and
then back with the hair. When clipping the top of the nose, pull the lip tight so that
the muzzle is straight, and clip towards the end of the nose. Under the chin, clip initially
upwards, and then downwards to form a bib. You may need to perform this trimming motion
a number of times before you achieve the desired result.
Let's take a look at the poodle's tail. Approximately one third of the tail is clipped to create
that pom-pom look. This is achieved by clipping against the grain on the top of the tail and
with the grain on the underside of the tail. But take extra care when clipping around the
anal area. Scissors are an alternative. Hold the foot between the thumb and the forefinger.
Clip upwards towards the narrowing of the foot. Hold your ring finger underneath the
foot to separate each individual toe, and use the corner of the blade to scoop one side
and then the other. Clip between the pads using the same scooping motion. To clip the
body of a dog with a coarse curly coat, use the number one trim guide. Firstly, brush
against the run of the coat. This will make clipping easier. Begin at the top of the neck
and trim using a long, even motion. Keep the skin taut. The best results, brush the coat
and repeat the trim until you've achieved a smooth, even finish. With the dog facing
you, trim the legs with the longest trim guide. That's a number three. Clip down the front
legs, holding the paw in your other hand. Trim the outside of the back legs first, following
the contour of the leg. Trim the inside of the leg last. To finish the clip, you'll need
to use a pair of scissors. First trim around the tail, then above the eyes and around the
ears, and brush the longer hair into shape. The ears are usually left in a natural state.
As you can see, the Breville Animal Clippers produce a very professional result, and I
hope the demonstrations we've shown you will help you achieve the same results with your
pet. Remember to maintain good results. It's essential that you keep your clippers in good
working order. Simply follow the steps I outlined earlier on in the video and the clipping techniques
we've demonstrated, and that way your pet will always look well groomed and well cared
for. Catch you later.