I have this same exact clipper. I am in no way as capable as our dog groomer. As you say, it's hard to get in. I have a miniature poodle, so sweet but wow, a lot of work. This poor dog has fur (or hair) growing out of his butt! It never fails that poop gets stuck to his bum which, in turn, gets rubbed on our carpet or us! So, I'm trying to learn to groom. He is fine with his body but NOT THE BUTT, OR FACE! This video is so helpful thank you.