MINIATURE SCHNAUZER HOME GROOMING TOOL RECOMMENDATIONS
This is to ensure that you get the correct tools and don't waste money or time with the wrong equipment.
CONGRATULATIONS on registering for the Schnauzer Friends - ONLINE Miniature Schnauzer Home Grooming Course. I am so happy you are going to learn how to home groom your miniature schnauzers. It’s the best thing you can do for your miniature schnauzers!
Grooming equipment can be scary as there is a lot out there.
It can seem pricey, especially as you are probably buying it all at one time. My recommendation is to spend the money and get the correct quality items. They will last you for many years . Like any craft or hobby the correct equipment makes a big difference.
Think of the money you will be saving by grooming your own miniature schnauzers, and the investment will pay itself off.
For example, if you have two schnauzers and take them to the parlour every five weeks and spend R250 per schnauzer, this will mean you spend R5000 per year. R20 000 over four years.
When you look at it in this way, the equipment cost does not seem so pricey.
Remember that when you home groom your miniature schnauzers, not only will you have more special one on one bonding time with them, you will also keep them safe from potential harm at mobile groomers and parlours. They will look fabulous with a proper schnauzer cut and you can groom when and where it suits you.
The below list is my recommended list for miniature schnauzer home grooming equipment, and has been compiled to assist schnauzerholics who signup for the Schnauzer Friends ONLINE miniature schnauzer home grooming course.
Once you have gone through this list, please let me know if you would like to chat on the phone or email about the options that would best suit you and your schnauzer/s.
Don't be shy. I really would like you to get the best items for your budget.
Email me at [email protected]
Woofs and wags
Deborah
Updated: 28 Sept 2020
Grooming equipment can be scary as there is a lot out there.
It can seem pricey, especially as you are probably buying it all at one time. My recommendation is to spend the money and get the correct quality items. They will last you for many years . Like any craft or hobby the correct equipment makes a big difference.
Think of the money you will be saving by grooming your own miniature schnauzers, and the investment will pay itself off.
For example, if you have two schnauzers and take them to the parlour every five weeks and spend R250 per schnauzer, this will mean you spend R5000 per year. R20 000 over four years.
When you look at it in this way, the equipment cost does not seem so pricey.
Remember that when you home groom your miniature schnauzers, not only will you have more special one on one bonding time with them, you will also keep them safe from potential harm at mobile groomers and parlours. They will look fabulous with a proper schnauzer cut and you can groom when and where it suits you.
The below list is my recommended list for miniature schnauzer home grooming equipment, and has been compiled to assist schnauzerholics who signup for the Schnauzer Friends ONLINE miniature schnauzer home grooming course.
Once you have gone through this list, please let me know if you would like to chat on the phone or email about the options that would best suit you and your schnauzer/s.
Don't be shy. I really would like you to get the best items for your budget.
Email me at [email protected]
Woofs and wags
Deborah
Updated: 28 Sept 2020
The following is the home grooming equipment list recommended in the ONLINE Miniature Schnauzer Home Grooming Course.
Below are my recommendations and also where to purchase them.
I try to keep the prices listed current - but please confirm final prices from the supplier.
Please look at these recommendations only after you have watched the Grooming Equipment Unit 5 video and downloaded the Grooming Equipment Guide in the ONLINE GROOMING COURSE.
I try to keep the prices listed current - but please confirm final prices from the supplier.
Please look at these recommendations only after you have watched the Grooming Equipment Unit 5 video and downloaded the Grooming Equipment Guide in the ONLINE GROOMING COURSE.
Clippers
I use the ANDIS clipper for my schroyal family of miniature schnauzers and therefore that is what I recommend. The Andis clippers were recommended to me when I started grooming and it remains my brand of choice. Andis is one of the two top pet grooming brands worldwide. (The other is Oster, Wahl is a third if you want to shop around). I do follow a few grooming groups on Facebook and Andis clippers seem to come out tops with most other groomers too.
The below 5 ANDIS clipper I recommend for miniature schnauzer home grooming. You get more expensive cordless and 5 speed clippers. The below are good quality robust clippers and more than adequate and will last many years.
They all come with a size 10 blade and a one year warranty.
The below 5 ANDIS clipper I recommend for miniature schnauzer home grooming. You get more expensive cordless and 5 speed clippers. The below are good quality robust clippers and more than adequate and will last many years.
They all come with a size 10 blade and a one year warranty.
ANDIS BRUSHLESS MOTOR CLIPPERS: The brushless motor is the latest ANDIS technology. They say they have less moving parts in the motor.
The difference between the two ACGB brushless models is just the speed of the motor. For home grooming your miniature schnauzers the 2300/3400 SPM is adequate and what I am using in the online course videos. They are a little bit lighter than the rotary motor models but this little bit of less weight you won't notice when grooming once a month. The weight and speed would only make a difference if you were working in a parlour 8 hours a day.
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OUT OF STOCK
PREMIUM 1 ANDIS AGCB 25000 AGCB Super 2- Speed Brushless Detachable Blade Clipper Colour: Burgundy/Blue Speed: 2 Speed Motor: Brushless Rotary 3000/3800 SPM Weight: 0.3kg Includes: Andis Ceramic Edge #10 Blade R 3995.00 |
PREMIUM 2
ANDIS AGCB 25140 AGCB 2- Speed Brushless Detachable Blade Clipper Colour: Black Speed: 2 Speed Motor: Brushless Rotary 2300/3400 SPM Weight: 0.3kg Includes: Andis Ceramic Edge #10 Blade R 3695.00 |
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
ANDIS ROTARY MOTOR CLIPPERS: Very good clippers too. They are more than adequate for schnauzer home grooming. Just older technology. I used rotary motor clippers for 5 years and loved them.
The difference between the two ACG models below is just the speed of the motor. For home grooming your miniature schnauzers the 2300/3400 SPM is adequate and what I am using in the online course videos. The MBG-5 53305 comes with plastic attachment combs which may be useful if you want to groom other breeds. The MBG-5 53305 model has the on off button on the side of the clipper which makes them difficult if you are left handed. The ACG models are more robust that the MBG-5 53305 but all three are good clippers.
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STANDARD 1
ANDIS AGC 23145 AGC Super 2- Speed Detachable Blade Clipper Colour: Burgundy Speed: 2 Speed Motor: 2500/4000 SPM Weight: 0.5kg Includes: Andis UltraEdge #10 Blade R 3295.00 |
OUT OF STOCK
STANDARD 2 ANDIS AGC 22610 AGC 2- Speed Detachable Blade Clipper Colour: Black Speed: 2 Speed Motor: 2300/3400 SPM Weight: 0.5kg Includes: Andis UltraEdge #10 Blade R 2995.00 |
STANDARD 3
ANDIS MBG-5 53305 Pro Animal EBCII Detachable Blade Clipper Colour: Black Speed: 2 Speed Motor: Rotary 2700/3400 SPM Weight: 0.4kg Includes: Andis UltraEdge #10 Blade plus 4 attachment combs R2995.00 |
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
Clipper Blades
Andis clippers come with a size 10 blade. Andis blades fit all Andis clippers. I suggest a minimum one extra blade and this should be the 7FC. The 7FC gives a lightly longer cut which is good for winter or for sun burn prevention. The Ultra Edge blades are adequate for our home/pet grooming and are what I use. The ceramic blades are more expensive and I don't think worth the extra money.
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PREMIUM
ANDIS Ceramic Edge Size 10 (1.5mm Blade Set) R 725.00 Size 7FC (3.2 mm Blade Set) R 785.00 |
STANDARD
ANDIS Ultra Edge Size 10 (1.5mm Blade Set) R 595.00 Size 7FC (3.2 mm Blade Set) R 650.00 |
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
Clipper Maintenance
- ANDIS COOL CARE 5 in 1 SPRAY @ R350.00 (For cooling blades during grooming AND disinfecting blades and scissors after grooming)
- BLADE CLEANING BRUSH @ R75.00 (To clean the blades of hair after use)
- ANDIS CLIPPER OIL @ R125.00 (Oil comes with a new clipper, so only if you need extra).
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
Scissors
- I suggest: 8 ½” straight, 6 ½” straight and a small 4 ½” blunt tipped pair as this is what I use. If they don't have an 8 ½” then get an 8". If they don't have a 6 ½” then get a 6" or 7".
If you don't have budget then maybe get a 8 ½” or 8" and the 4 ½” until you have saved up.
Small 4 ½” blunt tipped scissors
A budget 4 ½” blunt tipped scissors are perfect for around the eyes and ears and for dematting. R120.
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Schnauzer Friends South Africa. Email [email protected] to order.
Medium and Large Straight Scissors
When ordering scissors please chat to Karin at Ace Grinding as they have limited stock at the moment due to COVID and import constraints. If you are not sure what to get from the available stock please contact me and we can look at it together. They should be getting new stock around November 2020. All scissors below have sharp tipped points unless stated Blunt Tipped.
The bold ones below are the ones I use in my videos.
(Make - Code - Size in Inches - Name - Price in Rand)
Roseline - 70060 - 6 inch - Silver Touch - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Plastic Handle - R684,25
Roseline - P600 - 6 inch - Professional Satin Series - Sharp tipped - Silver - R914,25
Andis - 80680 - 6,25 inch - Straight - Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Metal Handle - R1489
Roseline - 70065 - 6,5 inch - Silver Touch Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Plastic Handle - R799,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 566 - 6,5 inch - Young Line Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Grey/Blue Plastic Handle - R914,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - P650 - 6,5 inch - Professional Satin Series Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1029,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 80650 - 6,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 82065 - 6,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 86365 - 6,5 inch - Satin Straight - Blunt Tipped - Blunt tipped - Silver - R1604,25
Andis - 80685 - 6,5 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Blunt tipped - Silver with Black Metal Handle - R1604,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 70070 - 7 inch - Global Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Plastic Handle - R799,25
Roseline - 82070 - 7 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 82770 - 7 inch - Red Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25
Roseline - 89701 - 7 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1604,25
Swan - SW5175 - 7,5 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Blue - R995
Roseline - 80750 - 7,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25
Roseline - 82075 - 7,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1604,25
Swan - SW5180 - 8 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Blue - R1114,25
Roseline - 82780 - 8 inch - Red Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1604,25
Roseline - 82080 - 8 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1719,25
Andis - 80675 - 8 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Metal Handle - R1949,25
Roseline - 88080 - 8,25 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1719,25 (out of stock)
Swan - SW5185 - 8,5 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Blue - R1114,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 82085 - 8,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R2064,25 (out of stock)
The scissors that are out of scope are coming in November 2020.
NOTE: If you LEFT HANDED ask Ace Grinding what scissors they have for left handed people.
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
If you don't have budget then maybe get a 8 ½” or 8" and the 4 ½” until you have saved up.
Small 4 ½” blunt tipped scissors
A budget 4 ½” blunt tipped scissors are perfect for around the eyes and ears and for dematting. R120.
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Schnauzer Friends South Africa. Email [email protected] to order.
Medium and Large Straight Scissors
When ordering scissors please chat to Karin at Ace Grinding as they have limited stock at the moment due to COVID and import constraints. If you are not sure what to get from the available stock please contact me and we can look at it together. They should be getting new stock around November 2020. All scissors below have sharp tipped points unless stated Blunt Tipped.
The bold ones below are the ones I use in my videos.
(Make - Code - Size in Inches - Name - Price in Rand)
Roseline - 70060 - 6 inch - Silver Touch - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Plastic Handle - R684,25
Roseline - P600 - 6 inch - Professional Satin Series - Sharp tipped - Silver - R914,25
Andis - 80680 - 6,25 inch - Straight - Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Metal Handle - R1489
Roseline - 70065 - 6,5 inch - Silver Touch Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Plastic Handle - R799,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 566 - 6,5 inch - Young Line Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Grey/Blue Plastic Handle - R914,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - P650 - 6,5 inch - Professional Satin Series Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1029,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 80650 - 6,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 82065 - 6,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 86365 - 6,5 inch - Satin Straight - Blunt Tipped - Blunt tipped - Silver - R1604,25
Andis - 80685 - 6,5 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Blunt tipped - Silver with Black Metal Handle - R1604,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 70070 - 7 inch - Global Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Plastic Handle - R799,25
Roseline - 82070 - 7 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 82770 - 7 inch - Red Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25
Roseline - 89701 - 7 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1604,25
Swan - SW5175 - 7,5 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Blue - R995
Roseline - 80750 - 7,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1489,25
Roseline - 82075 - 7,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1604,25
Swan - SW5180 - 8 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Blue - R1114,25
Roseline - 82780 - 8 inch - Red Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1604,25
Roseline - 82080 - 8 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1719,25
Andis - 80675 - 8 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver with Black Metal Handle - R1949,25
Roseline - 88080 - 8,25 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R1719,25 (out of stock)
Swan - SW5185 - 8,5 inch - Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Blue - R1114,25 (out of stock)
Roseline - 82085 - 8,5 inch - Satin Straight Finger Rest - Sharp tipped - Silver - R2064,25 (out of stock)
The scissors that are out of scope are coming in November 2020.
NOTE: If you LEFT HANDED ask Ace Grinding what scissors they have for left handed people.
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
Slicker Brush
The Lawrence Tender Care Schnauzer Brush is the best brush for miniature schnauzers. I use the Lawrence Brushes on the schroyal family of schnauzers. I have a basket of other brushes that just didn't do the job. The Lawrence brushes make brushing easy! Once you have used a Lawrence Tender Care Soft Slicker brush on your schnauzers, you will NEVER use another brush. I import the Lawrence Slickers brushes from ENGLAND as there is no brush like it available locally. Read more about them here.
Lawrence Tender Care MEDIUM Schnauzer Brush @ R320. .
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Schnauzer Friends South Africa. Email [email protected] to order.
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
Lawrence Tender Care MEDIUM Schnauzer Brush @ R320. .
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Schnauzer Friends South Africa. Email [email protected] to order.
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
Comb
I personally don't use a comb when I'm grooming but some people find it useful. I use the Lawrence brush. It is personal preference. (A comb is handy to also remove the hair from your slicker brush, but you can use any comb for this.)
ANDIS 7.5 INCH STEEL COMB @R155
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
ANDIS 7.5 INCH STEEL COMB @R155
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page).
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
Nail Clippers
You need a small breed nail clipper.
ANDIS SMALL PREMIUM NAIL CLIPPER @R290
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page). or your local vet/pet store.
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
ANDIS SMALL PREMIUM NAIL CLIPPER @R290
PURCHASE FROM:
SOUTH AFRICA: Ace Grinding (details at bottom of this page). or your local vet/pet store.
OTHER: Amazon or a grooming tool supplier in your county.
Once you have gone through this list, please let me know if you would like to chat on the phone or email about the options that would best suit you and your schnauzer/s.
Don't be shy. I really would like you to get the best items for your budget.
Email: [email protected]
Woofs and wags
Deborah
Don't be shy. I really would like you to get the best items for your budget.
Email: [email protected]
Woofs and wags
Deborah
Ace Grinding Contact Details
ACE GRINDING is the agent of ANDIS grooming products in South Africa. They ONLY sell grooming equipment so they know their subject matter. They also do clipper servicing, blade and scissors sharpening and the service is excellent. Chat to Karin at Ace Grinding and tell her you are part of Deborah's Schnauzer Friends grooming course. I have worked on this list with Karin and she knows what us schauzerholics are after.
ACE GRINDING
Tel: (021) 534 9971.
Epping, Cape Town South Africa.
Chat to Karin (tell her you are with Schnauzer Friends).
www.acegrinding.co.za
The use POSTNET/COURIER to deliver all over South Africa.
ALL ACE GRINDING PRICES INCLUDE VAT and EXCLUDE DELIVERY.
Please check the prices and stock availability with Ace Grinding.
ACE GRINDING
Tel: (021) 534 9971.
Epping, Cape Town South Africa.
Chat to Karin (tell her you are with Schnauzer Friends).
www.acegrinding.co.za
The use POSTNET/COURIER to deliver all over South Africa.
ALL ACE GRINDING PRICES INCLUDE VAT and EXCLUDE DELIVERY.
Please check the prices and stock availability with Ace Grinding.
