Which blade size should I get for my dog? (2024)

Buying blades is much easier once you know what the numbers mean. First checktheblade lengthmatches thecoat lengthyou want. If you're not sure what coat length you want, use the blade list below. Second, check what blades fit my clippers?before you buy any blade.

Which blade size should I get for my dog? (1)

    • Sanitarytrim (genitals, rectum, abdomen) > #10 > 1.5mm to 1.8mm*
    • Feet and paw pads > #15or #30 > 1.2mm to 0.5mm*
    • Between toes and paw pads > 5/8 Toe Blade,#10> 1.5mmor trimmer **
    • Inside ears and stomach > #10 > 1.5mm to 1.8mm*
    • Knotted coat > #7 > 3mm to 4mm*
    • Badly knotted / Matted coat > #10 > 1.5mm to 1.8mm*
    • Smooth coat / short body > #7 > 3mm to 4mm*
    • Curly coat body > #3, #4 or #5 > Choose preferred length: 6mm to 19mm*
    • Medium to long coat body > #3 or #4 > 8mm to 19mm*
    • Surgery / wound care > #40 or #50 > 0.1mm to 0.25mm*
    • For coat lengths longer than 19mm, see Longer coat lengths below

What do the blade numbers mean?

    *Some blades leave the coat a slightly different length even though the blade size is the same. For example, the Andis #10, Heiniger #10 and Laube #10 blades all leave the coat 1.5mm, but a Wahl #10 leaves the coat 1.8mm, and a Geib Buttercut #10 leaves the coat 1.6mm. When you buy a blade from us the product informationtells you the exact length in mm's.

    **A mini trimmer is another popular solution for trimming delicate, touch-sensitive, or injury-prone areas.

    Watch how to do a sanitary trim >

    For longer coat lengths

    Blades go up to 19mm - just under 2cm - but for even longer coat lengths, you can put a comb attachment on your blade. Universal comb attachments fit on #10 or #30 blades for coat lengths up to 3cm.

    Most brands offer comb attachments from 3mm to 3cm coat lengths.Find out more below, and checkWhat comb attachments fit on my clipper? >before you buy.

    Blades for a 'Puppy Cut' or 'Teddy Bear Trim'

    Seemore details about What is a Puppy Cut or Teddy Bear trim? >

    'One long length all over' is a popular style, and to achieve that look, any coat length from 6mm (1/4") to 5cm (2 inches) are all 'correct' depending on your preference.A slightly shorter body, with longer legs and tail, finished with a round 'teddy bear' head, is also popular variation.

    You have 2 ways to achieve a longerlength all over, or to have some areas longer than others. Either use a longer blade, or use a comb attachment on a short blade.

    Body lengths using blades

    3mm to 4mm coat length > #7 blade

    [product=andis-ultraedge-size-7-fc-blade-3-2mm]
    Andis UltraEdge Stainless Steel 7FC Blade. Fits all A5 clippers. Leaves a length of 3.2mm
    [/product]

    6mm to 7mm coat length > #5 blade

    [product=wahl-competition-series-size-5-fc-blade-6mm]
    Wahl Competition Series Stainless Steel 5FC Blade. Fits all A5 clippers. Leaves a length of 6mm
    [/product]


    8mm to 9.6mm coat length > #4 blade

    [product=andis-ultraedge-size-4-fc-blade-9-5mm]
    Andis UltraEdge Stainless Steel 4FC Blade. Fits all A5 clippers. Leaves a length of 9.5mm
    [/product]


    13mm to 2cm coat length > #3 blade

    [product=geib-buttercut-size-3-fc-blade-13mm]
    Geib Buttercut Stainless Steel 3FC Blade. Fits all A5 clippers. Leaves a length of 13mm
    [/product]


    Coat lengths 2cmor longer > See comb attachments, below

      Longer coat lengths using comb attachments

      Comb attachments come in a variety of lengths, available both individually or as a set. Most brands give you options from3mm to 3cm, some go shorter, some even longer. For coat lengths longer than 3cm, you would typically usescissorsinstead.You can put any universal comb attachment on any brand of #10, #15or #30 blade but always check your clipper model and blade type here first:What comb attachments fit on my clipper?

      Comb attachments lengths

      [product=wahl-universal-stainless-steel-comb-set-8-pack-container]
      8 Stainless steel combs in lengths ranging from 3mm to 25mm
      [/product]

      [product=andis-universal-comb-set-9-pack-small-shorter-lengths]
      9 Plastic combs in shorter lengths, ranging from 1.5mm to 14mm
      [/product]

      [product=andis-universal-comb-set-8-pack-large-longer-lengths]
      8 Plastic combs in longer lengths, ranging from 16mm to 32mm
      [/product]

      [product=andis-set-of-6-comb-attachments-fits-all-andis-agc-models-more]
      The Andis Set of 6 Plastic Comb Attachments fit on all Andis A5 model clippers, including the AG, AGC, AGP, AGR+, AGRC, AGCL, AGRV, MBG, SMC and SMC-2. Lengths ranging from 3mm to 19mm.
      [/product]

      You can also buy combs attachments separatelyinstead of an entire set. Use this guide to help Choosing the right comb attachment >

      Youcan shop for Comb Attachments under the Blades category (h5)

      TIP: If you don't know if your blade is an A5 style blade, or if your clipper in an A5 model or not, alwayscheck Is my clipper an A5 model? >before you buy any blade or a comb attachment.

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