PWD Grooming- Clippering the Jacket when matted and tips re matting

what not to do and what to do to avoid dreaded MATS

[@LivingTech]

I never appreciated that clipping was difficult with a matted dog. Once you shave right down, do you then wash, or do you brush first, so the matting to the skin is eliminated, then wash (then brush again, obviously)? Thanks for this. (I'm binge-watching your videos!)

[@minxslick1072]

Donna do you start the shaved rear of the dog at the end of the rib cage? For the lion clip. I have Border Collies and Papillons and was just curious. I always thought Matisse was stunning.

[@ClaircreekPWDsDonnaGottdenker]

Generally yes but it must suit the dog and look balanced Thank you

[@georgettemchale4579]

Donna - thank you! What is the number of the blade that you used ?

[@ClaircreekPWDsDonnaGottdenker]

It depends on what length u want