SCAREDY CUT Silent Pet Grooming Kit for Dog, Cat and All Pet Grooming - A Quiet Alternative to Electric Clippers for Sensitive Pets (Right-Handed Pink) (16 Count (Pack of 1))

These have arrived sooner than expected and I have to say they have exceeded my expectations. They are great quality and our dog likes me using them. Our dog was ok at the groomer until the last appointment we had before lockdown when he suddenly didn’t like the noise of the dryers etc. I was planning to start taking him again soon but I was worrying about it (and dealing with him hating the groomer on top of everything else in this pandemic just felt like too much) so thought I’d order this for now to trim his beard etc. He wasn’t having it when I tried human electric clippers we already have (maybe he’s associating that with whatever sounds he didn’t like at groomers) and I frankly don’t have the energy right now for long drawn out training. I had tried with regular hair scissors but worried about him moving suddenly and poking him. These are a wonderful alternative! He loved getting brushed and combed so this is very easy to incorporate into that. I just brush him them comb him with the attachment on the scissors then after a minute cut the hair. He doesn’t care at all and sits still. When I stop he asks for more combing ha ha. The little set of scissors included is very useful too for around his eyes and toes etc. Our dog is 3/4 lab and 1/4 poodle and weirdly his hair only grows long on his face, bottom and paws so it feels like this set is going to take the place of the groomer for me - even if things go back to normal. If our dog needed his whole body cut all the time it would maybe be different. Although if I had a dog that needed that and other ways weren’t working I’d definitely give it a go with these, it would just take a while. Just don’t expect it to be as easy as with electric clippers! These are just well made scissors with safety ends and attachable guides. I watched some of the Scaredy cut videos online before the set came and I did feel it gave me simple pointers on what to do. Again, very glad I ordered these. Easy to use, dog likes it, and it will likely save me money. Win-win-win! Update June 2021: This set has been one of my best ever buys. My dog loves it, gets excited when I get it out now, and really seems to ENJOY me giving him a trim with it! I’ve given him a summer cut and he was delighted getting it done and is enjoying being cooler now. I have got better using it over time too. Really pleased.

Received my Scaredy Cut Scissors quickly (and with free trimming scissors! 😃) Quality of scissors apparent in weight and design. My Patterdale/Lakeland Terrier has always been a 'challenge' to trim 😕 Not keen on electric trimmers and using standard trimming scissors was difficult to get an even cut. The variety of comb guides supplied were easy to change and give a range of length of cut. Having made initial first cuts, final smoothing trim was extremely easy to achieve, and the results were wonderful! Towsers coat is now shorter and smoother than it has been for a long time, and he's much more comfortable in the Summer heat 😃 The cost of the scissors has easily been out-weighed against what it would have cost at a professional groomers (IF he would of co-operated!) There is little noise as the scissors cut, and I feel more confident that I am able to use scissors near him safely. For a first attempt at trimming Towser I am very impressed with the ease of use and professional finish I can achieve. I would highly recommend this product for anyone who is worried about trying to trim their dogs coat, and although he is not a large dog (and with a little more practice) I'm sure I will get quicker 😉 After many months of searching to find a solution to how to trim Towser, I now have an easy, safe way to achieve tidy results! Thank you Scaredy Cuts! 😃😃😃

Overview ✂️🐩 The Scaredy Cut Silent Pet Grooming Kit is a truly clever solution to a common problem: the "clipper-phobic" pet. The concept of using specialised scissors with attachable guards to standardise cut length without the terrifying noise and vibration of a motor is brilliant. However, while it is a safe and silent alternative, it transforms a standard grooming session into an endurance test for both the owner and the animal. My Experience What would normally take 20 minutes with electric clippers took me the better part of two hours. Even with regular breaks, my pet wriggled a fair bit - and I don’t blame him! It is a slow, meticulous process that requires a pet to stay still for a duration most anxious animals can't manage. Despite watching tutorials and making multiple passes, the final result was quite choppy. Furthermore, the physical toll was unexpected; after two hours of constant snipping, I developed painful pressure points and "hot spots" on my fingers from the scissor loops. ✅ The Pros • Brilliant Guard Concept: The attachable combs make it virtually impossible to nick the skin, providing great peace of mind. • Truly Silent: Zero motor noise or vibration, making it perfect for pets that suffer a total meltdown with traditional tools. • High Safety: A great choice for sensitive areas like ears and paws where electric blades might be too risky for a jumpy pet. ❌ The Cons • Time Consuming: A full groom can take upwards of two hours, which is taxing for both the groomer and the pet. • Choppy Finish: Achieving a smooth, professional look is incredibly difficult; the results often look uneven compared to electric blades. • Ergonomic Strain: The repetitive motion can lead to significant hand fatigue and sore fingers during long sessions. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Final Verdict I have since progressed to using electric clippers, which are significantly faster and produce a much neater finish. If you do not have a noise-sensitive pet, do yourself a favour and look into electric clippers. Brands like Andis and Masterclip offer excellent options for home use and there are plenty of online tutorials available to build your confidence to groom your pet at home. However, if your pet is truly "untouchable" by electronics, I salute you for persisting with this kit. 💡 Pro Tip: If you buy these, I highly suggest also purchasing a pair of Pet Thinning Shears to blend the "choppy" areas and even out your cut quicker. Essential Preparation Tips for Success If you are determined to make this kit work, proper preparation is the only way to minimise the "staircase" look: • Detangle Absolutely Everything: Any matting will stop the scissors dead. Use a high-quality dematting tool thoroughly before you pick up the scissors. • Bath and Dry First: A clean, fluffed coat stands up straight, allowing the guide combs to catch the fur more effectively. • The "Back-Brushing" Technique: Before each snip, use a comb to brush the fur against the direction of growth. This "poofs" the hair so the guard can catch it at a uniform height.

I have never written a product review but my experience with this product is worth telling - and hopefully helpful to those that view it... I ordered the Scaredy Cut clipper set in December 2011, received the item in just a few days, and set out to use the largest comb (#6) with clippers on Jake, my 8 month old 60 lb labradoodle. While trying to change the combs out (it came with the smallest comb installed), the comb plate broke off the scissors and the plastic clip broke on the comb - wow I thought - complete junk!... After reading the few 'not so good' reviews here at Amazon I noticed that Matthew Michel of the Scaredy Cut company had replied to all with genuine concern and offers of assistance. I contacted the company by email immediately and received a response from Matthew within 3 hours. Here's what I was told - the plate is attached to the scissors with two spot welds that are extremely strong when in the correct place. Occasionally the spot welds are misplaced and the contact is weakened - which happened in my case. In addition the combs can be stiff at first use but once broken-in should work fine. Matthew suggested running them under warm water and pre-flexing so the combs are more pliable when attaching to the plate. Finally he offered to ship out a replacement set immediately with combs that he would pre-flex personally. I received the replacement kit in a few days with all combs pre-flexed and ready to go. Placed the #6 comb on the clippers and set to work. It took me about 2 hours total to do the whole pup - worked in 20 minute intervals with breaks between - I'm guessing a bit over an hour of actual cutting - enough to get a pretty good blister. Then did some trimming around the neck and face with smaller combs. I cut an incredible amount of hair - even clogged the vacuum cleaner! This was his first cut so I expect that maintaining it will be a bit easier and not so time consuming. Considering I have no previous experience with pet grooming, Scaredy Cut worked EXTREMELY well. Nothing describes the results better than a picture so I posted `before' and `after' shots with the product image at the top of the page. I didn't have the greatest `before' image, but I think you can tell Jake had an abundance of fur. The product worked perfect for me. Jake is much happier (and cooler!) without all the hair, and looks better too! The response and genuine concern from the company is exceptional. I highly recommend it for anyone who can't - or doesn't want to - use electric clippers, or shell out the money for professional grooming.

We use these scissors to get burrs out of our outdoor cat's fur. Much safer than using regular scissors.

We purchased the scaredy cat clippers because my mini schnauzer doesn't always care to be clipped with the electric ones from head to toe. So with the scared cat clippers, especially as her hair gets longer and starts to be matted. This is able to get down to the skin Nicely and steel cuts. Great we use the 1.5 attachment and it worked Perfect. Where we don't live near a groomer this still allows me to give her a great haircut. Keep her comfortable and have her like being groomed. I highly recommend PS. I am also left-handed and so the left-handed option was a great choice.😍

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I just used it the other day and it is amazing. Much more quicker than I thought it would be using scissors to give my dog a haircut. She was also so relaxed and I was stress free. I'm glad i found this product. It is very well made. Scissors are made of metal and is durable, sharp and comfortable on the fingers. I'm glad i opted for this instead of some very expensive electric trimmer.