How To Properly Use your Grooming Shears

[@anastasiapastuszak5714]

This was really helpful as a LOT of groomers these days are self taught and haven't been told ever how to properly hold scissors.

[@TheGroomersChannel]

thanks for watching!

[@FlowingDepths]

Beginning my self taught journey and very much appreciate experienced groomers like you being willing to share your knowledge. Thanks.

[@LindaMcRae42]

Wow, thanks so much for this video! I was totally handling my scissors wrong. Thanks again.

[@marn6923]

Thank you so much! You have a fantastic ability to explain things clearly. I've been grooming my Shih Tzu for five years now and all this time I've been holding my scissors wrong and of course getting a less than satisfactory result. Annie's getting a bath as soon as I turn this off! I can hardly wait to practice. My only disappointment is that I see you provided this video three years ago. Think how fabulous a haircut Annie would be getting today if I'd seen it then! I'm going to subscribe. Undoubtedly there are lots more tips that will improve my skills.

[@TheTuffOnes]

FINALLY! Someone explains the mysterious canyon between the blades! I have been trying to figure out why all of my curved shears have visibility between the blades.. now I know that the work is in the thumb 👍 Thank you!

[@StereotypeLucas]

Thank you so much! This helped me a lot ! I was having hand issues lately and i know it’s because I’ve been holding my shears wrong. As soon as I switch things from your video.. whole new world.. now I feel like I have to re learn how to groom

[@gerickson9552]

Great presentation!! We have Newfs and we groom them ourselves…..and I learned a lot from you! Keep up the great work!

[@keeleydancey9125]

I had no idea i was holding them wrong, thank you for making this video!

[@TheFilletingfish]

Best scissor tutorial on KZbin. Thank you

[@TheGroomersChannel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johnsellers9623]

Well you were certainly helpful to me,as I am new to grooming my standard myself. I had one before that died of bloat and was only 4 years old. The best dog I ever had for sure. The dog actually understood me and was able to make me laugh when I wasn’t in the mood. So my new puppy is going to be groomed by me, instead of every six weeks of taking him to a groomer and groomers are so busy that if something comes up and I can’t make my appointment, I’ve been told they don’t have another opening for two or three weeks from now. I’ve actually found other groomers because I always took him in completely cleaned up and brushed so they wouldn’t have to brush him hard and fast. I took good care of him because he was really my best friend. I also tipped very well. But it didn’t mean anything. So I’m learning all I can and bought everything from table to clipper oil. My five piece scissor set will be here today or tomorrow. I feel like those little pieces of crap scissors that come with the clippers are not what it will be like compared to the nice curved 8” precision set I’ve been missing out on. Thank you for sharing your expertise and knowledge with me. I’m going to practice what you taught me. ✌️👍🇺🇸

[@pamelastephens5088]

This was soooo helpful! Thank you so very much. GOD BLESS AND STAY SAFE AND HAVE A GREAT DAY. ❤

[@johnnanavati3350]

Thank you for this video. I recognize that the information is a bit mundane, but this was really useful.

[@TheGroomersChannel]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ivanscissorhands2008]

Thanks for the lesson. Cheers from Guatemala 🇬🇹✂️🐕

[@aayushsewak3105]

Hii, this video is already a life saver no doubts in that, but can you make a video explaining the pressure points on scissors? My thumb slips all the way through and i get confuse where to put pressure on the rings and the shank. Just got a technical mind, and love your hands ❤️

[@aprilrodriguez5874]

Hi I was wondering if you can recommend a set from Amazon ?? I am not new to grooming but I am not yet a pro especially with scissor cutting, so I would love your opinion on what starting set I can buy that is not too too expensive. Thank you so much for sharing this video. It’s really helped a lot.

[@harizsonserbo2636]

this vid helps me a lot now im practicing my hand to handle scissor in my own comfort way now im gonna watch your videos

[@ladyhecate9450]

Awesome. This helps me to understand what is going on with the scissors. Thank you. I will practice.

[@TheGroomersChannel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fransantelli]

wow, that is great information! and i love that it is something i can practice right now. thank you! 😊😊

[@daedreamshelties]

Thank you for sharing the arm /wrist holding.

[@shawnawilliams6536]

This is awesome, just found your channel. Thank you

[@acastillomar]

from mexico, very important your comments, I visit Grooming stores for sharpening tools, I will recomend your videos

[@wellinever1558]

Most helpful thank you. Nowhere have I seen this type of detail.it would be nice to see how it does the cutting on the dog.

[@Shelzbells]

You give some very good tips, thank you, this video is very helpful.

[@sharlenesh1]

Thank you so much for all of the information and your time

[@PerfectPuppyRanch]

Smart girl if I have a poodle and I want one scissors to groom her with. What type do you recommend and what brand? She is a very tough forest dog and I want to mock her with funny haircuts And eventually refined a very practical style

[@mrschrittle2615]

This was extremely helpful 😃😃😃

[@rolandopupo]

Very good pointers... did not know any of this. THANKS

[@johnascialpi5247]

thanks I wouldnt have known how to hold them if I didnt come across this video! thanks!!

[@gabylm8372]

What scissors do you recommend ? I am not a groomer but I have been grooming my dog and each time I am getting better and better . It’s hard to find a groomer that “only uses scissors technique on my Coton de Tulear”. Thank you so much for this advice, it is so helpful .

[@TheGroomersChannel]

I really enjoy my fresh shears! freshshears.co/?aff=21 great quality at a good price!

[@XxRainbowXxSamXx]

I didn't know how to hold the curved shears lmao. this definitely helped my thumb placement and how to keep it in. I'm left handed but I've been trying to learn with my right hand since I usually do everything other than writing with my right, so my brain doesn't comprehend the differences unless I'm sat down and shown while still trying with my own. so basically my inserts that were color coded have to be changed on my curved. 😂😂😭. thank you!!

[@kevinhanley8779]

Thanks so much for the advice, technique is everything

[@nellypaltin1897]

@thegroomerchanel where are your shears from ?

[@daniellehayes4738]

need to learn how to groom my malamute. right off the bat had no idea that was how you were suppose to hold them

[@07terrapin]

You shouldn't have to put side pressure with your thumb to get your shears to cut, that's what the adjuster is for. If you put side pressure with your thumb while using thinners, chunkers or blenders you'll jam them up and bend or break the teeth.. FYI -- The "balance" you refer to is the proper adjustment of the adjuster at the pivot.

[@carlal.thompson5393]

WOW!!!! Your Video Explains "A LOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Thank you!!!

[@TheGroomersChannel]

Glad you liked it!!

[@margiemoody9032]

OMG thank you so much I feel totally stupid didn't even know I was holding my scissors wrong

[@hannie0502]

Cool tips and explanations! S just found you and following!🙂

[@JeeGrand]

What brands make good grooming scissors?

[@toooftenlost]

Very helpful. Thanks

[@bluev3nom]

Ali, I need to buy a dog trimmer for my toy poodle. What is the best shaver I should buy for him? Thx!

[@Judealexzschuyler]

Thank you so much for this video!!! So helpful!

[@TheGroomersChannel]

I'm so glad!

[@AL-vd7qk]

What size would the shears be for a 30/70? I'm looking at either 7" or 8" sets online, I'm just starting to purchase things to groom my own dog for practice first! Also can you recommend a cheaper brand for those of us just starting out?

[@TheGroomersChannel]

a 30/70 shear can come in a variety of sizes, it is just the ratio of handle to blade! most starter shears are 8 inch

[@soorajp9183]

Which scissors brand are best for grooming?

[@JessicaSantos-gb8ht]

Gracias ❤

[@lakelacallicotte9061]

I want these inserts but the link doesn’t work! Help 😭

[@TheGroomersChannel]

frank rowe closed but then reopened! maybe try searching for just the company

[@wellinever1558]

Please do more and if possible show us how you groom a dog tx

[@jaslin108]

Thanks vert much very helpful

[@gracekohl5375]

What brand shears do you use?

[@shivdogoholic]

Thank you for sharing this..

[@TheGroomersChannel]

You bet!

[@deborasampaio6486]

Thank you for your tips! :)

[@TheGroomersChannel]

Any time!

[@AsteriETERNAL]

🌹Thank You🌹

[@maskedmurider]

Can you turn down your intro title music? It's insanely loud compared to the actual audio of the video. Thanks

[@jessicasalter5848]

Thank you so much for this!! I can't open my shears very much just using my thumb, I have a lot of physical limitations. Any tips for that, or is it okay to occasionally move the index finger?

[@genesisniemi6162]

Can anybody give me some terms or lango dog groomers use please and thank you !

[@danaquinlivan5372]

Thank you, helpful

[@TheGroomersChannel]

You're welcome!

[@PerfectPuppyRanch]

Wow's... smart girl.... very ☯️

[@Mxrshxll]

Thanks. Btw, u so pretty!

[@davidl529]

I came here to learn how to trim my GSD who's gotten hecka fluffy but u kinda cute heeyyy

[@jamiehankins1058]

thanks

[@jgode2024]

that nails😊

[@jamiehankins1058]

I will watch this video again when my knee heals

[@joanjarrette8691]

Im left hansed!!!

[@beybey9921]

سلام عليكم

[@beybey9921]

الجزائر

[@jeffandrews1807]

Those shears are not set up properly. You need inserts that are small enough so there is no play at all in any finger hole. Why? Because it causes the shear to move as you scissor. With the thumb being sloppy like that you loose control. Your thumb controls the shear. Great presentation but the shears need set up properly.

[@TheGroomersChannel]

Thanks for the input! I much prefer these inserts and believe that comes to personal preference. I'm sure for some one who struggles to scissor correctly tighter inserts would be beneficial!

[@huffable1]

The Groomers Channel I for one, LOVE those inserts! Where did you get them?

[@TheGroomersChannel]

Leah Huff they are from frank Rowe and son!

[@MjFarmLife]

Thank you for sharing this video

[@TheGroomersChannel]

My pleasure