golden retriever cut

[shrek]

I have alot of customers who want their goldens short but not shaved. I use Romani's c.v. with a c comb in reverse with the cv opened. I have also used an A comb in reverse. Nice job. Just wondering what other people have tried with the cv.

[sheilabgroomer]

I have used anywhere from an E comb down to a 4 blade w/the iVac ATG and w/TG. I usually prefer going ATG, but on some coats going with seems to work best. The higher combs do give them a nice fluffy look though.

[Angie]

I LOVE my CV ) I use it alot with my snap on combs. I have alot of goldens that come in wanting shorter but not shaved. I like using the C on the body. Sometimes an O. I do use a #1 on one golden. Depends on what the owner wants.
Nice to know someone else does this too. LOL
Main reason I bought the CV was for poodle feet and faces. Works wonders with those. So much faster. Love it.

[Fluffy Puppy]

I use the bigger combs with the open CV too. I never got a hang of the reverse thing, so I go with the lay of the hair.
I think the goldens look nice with a comb cut.

[keachy18]

I dunno, this may be a dumb ?, but what about if you dont have a cv. I am just starting buying stuff and I dont know if I can afford one right now, but one of my friends wants me to groom her golden. Any suggestions? thanx.

[Helly]

I don't have a cv. I usually use a C comb against the growth. Sometimes I use a #3 with. It depends on how much length the owner wants.

[rapuzzled]

I dunno, this may be a dumb ?, but what about if you dont have a cv. I am just starting buying stuff and I dont know if I can afford one right now, but one of my friends wants me to groom her golden. Any suggestions? thanx.

It's nice to have, but you definitely don't NEED one. The CV makes your job a little bit easier because it pulls up the hair as it clips, but like I said while it's nice to have it's not a necessity when you are just starting out...there are more important things to begin with.
Whenever doing a dog, regardless of breed, it's always a good idea to go over everything the owner wants done...IE length left on body, ears, tail, etc. Especially with a golden as they can have a lot of undercoat. Make sure you cover with your friend that if they want a comb attachment you may need to do some undercoat removal.

[keachy18]

I actually thought that, but wasnt sure. Hey what do you know? I AM learning!!!

[sheilabgroomer]

I actually thought that, but wasnt sure. Hey what do you know? I AM learning!!!

LOL...you definately will learn a lot if you stick w/this board. True some of it will be useless knowledge.....lol...

About the CV, you defiantely don't need one, I worked w/out for 20 yrs before I decided to give it a try. Instead of investing in a TaxiVac or Clippervac I bought the iVAC. I couldn't say if it is as good as the pricier models, since I never used any, but it works well for me! I bought the package which includes the clipper, 10 blade and Vac attachment. All you need is a shop vac. I think I spent a total of around $200.00 for the whole thing. Definately worth it!!