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Thanks everyone. I have now ordered a WAHL 7F blade and a big bottle of clipper oil for $55. Can't wait to try out my new clippers. This week, Keesie will be getting her clip done by the Grooming Lady and I will be taking notes on how she does it. Oh well, looks like I have to wait a few weeks before I do Keesie myself, But, I can practice on Kosmo when I get the clippers. He has no problems with his skin unlike Keesie. They both sleep in our room during the night and we have the aircon on (heating) during the night so they should not get cold.. Later on when I get the hang of clipping, I might get a 5F blade to use as well. ( I assume the 7F would be easier to use than a 7 blade for a newbie )

Thank you everyone for your replies.. My wife and I have found your posts very helpful in making our choice.. Well, I have finally done it and bought a set of clippers. We have bought the WAHL KM-2 with a #10 blade and a DVD on how to clip and caring for the clippers. Also comes with Blade attachment combs 5mm, 9mm, and 13mm, Groomers comb and Scissors . Now I need to get advice on blades. This comes with a #10 blade. Would I need any other blades ? The purpose of the clipper is basically to clip the coat of one of my Keehonds who has a skin disorder to help with the treatment of her skin. We do NOT at this time intend on using the clippers on her head / face area. Any advice is much appreciated..

Thankyou everyone. Your advice is much appreciated..

but Oster lasts alot longer. Personally I would suggest that you get a groomer to do it for you. I have seen too many ppl pay for a good pair of clippers and give up. If you dont know what you are doing you could nik the dog. And a keeshond that has never been done before, trust me, Not easy. How many times would he/she have to be done? My Keehonds are currently clipped by a lady who does their hydrobath every second week (we wash them in between hydrobaths). She clips them both twice a year during the warmer time of year. They seem happier after being clipped, and the clips cost about $240 per year all up. Anyway, I now need to have Keesie clipped more often so I am at the point where it may be more economical to buy clippers and do it myself. Keesie is extreamly docile and she is not the least bit concerned about getting clipped. She is the sort of dog that just wants to love everyone and has never shown any agression that I can remember.. She will be sleeping in our bedroom during the cooler months so as not to get too cold when she is clipped..

Hi all, Heres the story. One of my dogs ( Keeshond ) has developed a skin disorder. My vet has prescribed a daily dose of Cephalexin 600 ( half tablet twice a day ) and a half tablet of Pred-X 20 every second day. She has recommended that we clip her to keep her coat short to aid in the treatment. So I would like to buy a good clipper that can manage a Keehonds coat without much fuss. Have been spending a lot of time on the net finding out all I can and at the moment I am considering buying a Wahl KM-2 or KM-SS (lowest price so far $220) which I think can handle the job of clipping my Dogs coat. What I need is advice on a good Clipper ( maybe my choice is not the best ?) and what sort of Blade / Size should I use for a Keeshond.. Thanks in advance.. (EDIT Spelling)

I have been going to the same Vet for 20 years now. Totally happy with her. She has changed practices twice since we first met and now owns her own property /practice. She is at Victoria point so if anyone wants her address, PM me ...