Two decades ago groomers had very few tools specifically designed for dematting or shed reduction. Today there are several. The tasks have become easier with the powerful blow of HV dryers especially when matched with shampoos and conditioners that loosen undercoat and detangle. Where before some pets would have had their coat removed today they are more likely to be saved except in severe cases where the pet will be too stressed. Some of the newer tools available today have been marketed nationwide on television to pet owners. How times have changed, and it is indeed progress. By the way, rake with vacuum attachments are growing in popularity and models, it's a great idea. Check it out.

If you are trained in and provide hand stripping you can account for knives and blades in this section. If you are new to grooming no need to buy now. Hand stripping is an art usually learned down the road by experienced groomers, and most commercial groomers don't provide the service. Certainly it is a required skill for handlers who show breeds expected to hand stripped.

Let's get started. Refer to your selected Planner and find the Dematting & Deshedding Tools section. Notice how you can organize your shopping by filling in supplier names, product brand names and models, and the number of units you intend to purchase and their unit price. It's that easy. You're organized! Well done.

Use the resources below to select your products. Manufacturers are listed. Some manufacturers sell direct to groomers, some don't and instead provide you with contact info for authorized distributors. Most online and mail order catalog suppliers are distributors representing a broad selection of manufacturers. You need to investigate and we provide links to popular suppliers below (see Easy 1 Clicks).

We emphasize links for sponsors of PetGroomer.com. However, pet grooming industry vendors can list free in our Yellow Pages and get free basic listings here. Our Yellow Pages has over 300 listings already. Expect more listings in the future because the word is spreading about Outfit a Grooming Business! Finally, you can also do Google searches in the search box at the bottom of this control panel.