That table looks very simialr to mine Sarah, I got mine from ebay but sorry cant remember if it came in any cheaper..... if you remember I "swapped " the new laptop that my hubbie bought me for my birthday last year for table, clippers and drier.... erm good scissors this year then lol x

 

Well, I'm delighted

Used Millie's new grooming table today. The table spent last night and today in the folded down postion with her food and water on it

I spent over an hour grooming Millie with a combination of slicker brush, de-matter that looks like a rake, new scissors and comb . Poor Millie was quite tangled with matts and needed a jolly good groom. Can't say she thoroughly enjoyed it but she tolerated it.

At the weekend I'll get the clippers out and cut her fur back a bit, her fur is getting a tad long and its not helping with matting.

I'm delighted with my new grooming toys, can't believe I've gone down this route, but I am enjoying it.

 

Well done Julie! That sounds fab! Mine is still in the box but I am hoping to use it at the weekend! I will be getting some extra special treats for Daisy whilst using at as she is not great at being groomed at the best of times!

 

Right I must get on and order them.
I was also thinking about getting an H Bar. I have a tall table in the kitchen that I stand Millie on to groom. She's quite good up there, never attempts to jump down, but just like to sit down right when I'm about to work on the rear end I've looked and an H Bar would fit onto it.

Gosh never thought I'd get this serious about caring for a dog.

 

I have to say a grooming table is one of the best things I invested in ... it really does make a things easier and not too expensive. My garage really has started to resemble a grooming parlour!!

 

If you buy the clip onto the table option make sure you buy some decent non slip rubber matting. And then u have created a groom table.
The upside with the portable ones is the adjustable height which will save your back, as far as I know kitchen tables aren't height adjustable lol

 

Oooh! I will be worrying about that now! I often feel like I should have a dematter permanently attached to me for those moments!

 

You get what you pay for That's why good hairdressers always have their own equipment that they are precious about too. Millie is worth it!

 

Hi,
I've just bought the Roseline set (since doing the Grooming course) and they're really good. Although I did have to pay more because I'm a lefty!
I'm a hairdresser and definitely agree that it's worth buying decent scissors.
Pip x

 

I have the Roseline starter set too... I have had them almost a year and they are still as sharp as the day I got them. I was advised by Groomers this was the perfect level of scissors for folks who just want to home groom.
I've also got a blaster/dryer plus tons of other stuff... let me know if you need any more advice!!

 

Colin, you should start a grooming business! Can Obi be your first customer

 

I can definitely vouch for how sharp they are! I am really impressed with the scissors Colin it has been useful to have a try with them on Daisy. I think I might have to invest in some myself. x

 

There are so many things to buy grooming-wise. I haven't splashed out on a table or dryer yet but am going to order these: http://www.groomers-online.com/prod...line.com/product.php/103/5-25-inch-roseline-double-edge-thinning-scissors-82052

My husband can't believe the cost of grooming equipment. Haven't told him yet about the weave poles I want.....

 

Those scissors look good, I guess the double edge ones are better in some respects as they don't cut too much off at once.

I have to say a grooming table is one of the best things I invested in ... it really does make a things easier and not too expensive. My garage really has started to resemble a grooming parlour!!

Can't decide between an H Bar and clipping it onto the table in the kitchen or going the whole hog and getting a portable grooming table. At least with the portable table I have a choice of where I use it. I think I've just answered my own thoughts - it has to be a portable table.

Its my birthday next month, think I might put in a request. But don't want to jeopardise the one I've already made

 

The double edge scissors are the ones we have and I'm very pleased with them.
My next purchase is going to be curved scissors but I have no idea which length to go for, does anyone have any suggestions? I'm cautious with this as I bought a comb online and was 'slightly' larger than I expected it to be.....it was huge!

 

Opinions please I have been looking at grooming tables and came across this one. What do you think?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Grooming-St...justable-Portable-Folded/dp/B0048F5KPI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335481315&sr=8-1

 

This is exactly the one I'm looking at too. Some I have seen don't actually come with the bar, its an extra cost. But I've seen the same table on ebay, they have 10 available and 2 different sizes. I think its £10 cheaper on ebay.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Adjustabl...ng-Table-Arm-Noose-31-/120726755081?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Dogs&hash=item1c1be01709

 

Yes I remember that! This is definitely going to be a bit by bit purchase of grooming equipment. I can't believe how much the scissors are but after trying Colin's I can see it is worth paying for good ones.

 

I agree with Colin. As a puppy all you need is a comb and a slicker brush. When the adult coat comes in (any time from 7 months onwards ) then you might need to look at professional grooms or invest in your own kit to do it yourself at home. I've just bought a Mars Coat King which I love for stripping out/detangling Obi's thick fur.

 

I have that table - it's great, I keep mine in the bathroom, folds down really easily too.

 

Oh good to know. Did you get the medium sized one? thats the one I've ordered.
I so need my goodies to arrive, Millie is in need to a really good groom and trim, all this wet weather has played havoc with her fur

 

I got this one for my birthday http://www.technogroom.co.uk/catalog/technogroom-folding-grooming-table-medium-p-98.html

I'm really pleased with it and delivery was very prompt. One of the H frame nuts was damaged and it was replaced very quickly.

 

Everytime I think I have Daisy's under control I find another group of matts. The inside of her back legs is the worst place at the moment and she really hates me brushing there!

 

I think the inside of the back legs and the tummy/chest area need to groomed shorter than the rest. I've been advised that I can use the clippers on their own but to be very careful of the soft fold at the top of the legs. However, I think I will be happier putting a short comb on the clipper blade for fear of making a mistake and hurting.

Millie often lies on my bed with her tummy exposed. I keep a comb and small scissors near by so that if I find a matt in the under carriage I can quickly snip it out.