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Carding
for dogs
to
Reduce Shedding |
Carding is a
profitable add-on service you can offer your clients. Any
shedding breed will shed less after carding and the coat will look
shiny and healthy.
Don't throw
away those worn out clipper blades. Sizes #10 #15 #30 and #40 are
fantastic for carding shorter coats. After brushing or raking the
coat as you usually would, run a shedding blade with the grain to
remove the majority of dead hair. Then, take an old clipper blade and
remove the hardware so that you have the flat bottom piece.
Hold the blade rough side down (the side with the rails) and use the
teeth to gently comb out the undercoat, combing with the grain.
Practice different ways of holding the blade and different strokes
until you achieve a nice result. Use the #10 and #15 blades for
the body and the finer blades for the face and legs.
So both you and
the dog don't get worn out, keep your carding time to 30 minutes
maximum. If a dog needs more than 30 minutes to complete the
task, have the dog return in a few days for another 30 minute session.
Offering
PREMIUM services to your clientele will set you apart from your
competition. Carding IS a PREMIUM service. Many groomers
do not offer carding. (You will find that many don't even know what
it is!!!) What is a half hour of premium grooming worth to you in
price? That's what you charge extra for your carding service on top
of his regular grooming charge for bathing, nail trimming, ear
cleaning, etc.
How can you
sell this service to your clients? Give them the first one
free. Card the dog's coat for 30 minutes and collect the extra
hair in a ziplock baggie. Explain that carding removes the old, dead
hair that dulls the coat. What is left is only live, viable
coat that has a healthy shine. Point out the fact that the dog will
not shed nearly as much and that the fur "dust bunnies"
will be reduced at home. Give the baggie of hair to the client
and explain that this new service is available for future appointments.
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