Professional dog clipper blades
A clipper blade determines the length your dog's coat is left at, and having the right one on hand matters more than the clipper itself once you've already invested in a machine. Blades are sized by number, wear out with use, and generally need replacing or sharpening well before the clipper motor does.
Choosing a blade size
Blade numbers correspond to the length of coat left behind, with lower numbers leaving hair longer and higher numbers cutting closer to the skin. Coat type matters as much as the number — a blade that glides through a soft, single coat can drag and heat up faster on a thick double coat, which is worth knowing before you start on a breed you haven't clipped before.
Compatibility matters too: not every blade fits every clipper, so check the fitting against your specific machine rather than assuming a universal fit, particularly if you're buying a spare or replacement rather than the blade that came with the clipper.
Looking after a blade
A blade that's dragging, snagging or heating up quickly is usually blunt rather than faulty, and clipper oil applied before and during use makes a genuine difference to how long it stays sharp. Cleaning hair out of the blade teeth after every use, rather than leaving it packed in, extends how long it lasts between sharpens.
Keep a spare on hand if you clip regularly — a blunt or overheated blade partway through a groom is uncomfortable for your dog and a poor result for you, and swapping to a fresh one is far quicker than stopping to clean and oil mid-session.
In this section
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
MPS Head Cover — Breathable Dog Head & Ear Protector
A comfortable, breathable alternative to the cone of shame — protects head and ear wounds or bandages while letting your dog move freely.
From£30.99
Leucillin Antiseptic Skincare Spray for Cats & Dogs
A versatile, alcohol-free antiseptic spray that cleans, soothes, and helps protect your pet's skin from bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
From£16.49
Absorbent Cotton Gauze Swabs for Pets – Pack of 100
Highly absorbent, low-lint cotton gauze swabs produced in clean conditions — a practical first-aid essential available in three size and ply combinations.
From£4.49
MPS Medical PetS Boot – Waterproof Paw Protector
A vet-recommended waterproof boot that keeps bandages, dressings, and casts dry during walks and wet weather.
£30.49
Suitical Recovery Sleeve for Dog Front Legs — Vet Recommended
A cotton-Lycra sleeve that protects a dog's front leg wound or skin condition without restricting movement or needing a cone.
£32.99
Microfibre Pet Drying Robe
A super-absorbent microfibre drying robe that soaks up the wet fast after baths, swims and walks.
From£10.99
PAWZ Rubber Dog Paw Protectors — Waterproof Disposable Boots
Lightweight rubber dog boots that protect paws from injury and the elements — easy to fit, water resistant, and available in seven sizes from Tiny to X Large.
From£15.99
AniWrap Cohesive Bandages for Dogs & Cats
Stretchy, self-adhesive cohesive bandages that stick to themselves — not to fur — so removal is completely pain-free.
From£4.99
Suitical Dog Recovery Suit — Vet-Approved Post-Op Bodysuit
A vet-approved organic cotton and Lycra onesie that protects wounds after surgery — a gentler, less stressful alternative to a cone collar.
£30.99
Electric Pet Grooming Clipper
A quiet, rechargeable electric clipper for trimming dogs, cats, rabbits and other pets at home. Low-noise and low-vibration with an adjustable blade for tidy, stress-free grooming around the body and paws.
From£11.99
Absorbent Microfibre Dog Drying Robe
A super-absorbent microfibre drying robe with a handy front pocket to dry your dog off fast.
From£13.99
Large Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush for Mats and Tangles
A self-cleaning slicker brush with fine, bead-tipped wire pins that gently lift loose undercoat, mats and tangles from short or long-haired pets. A one-click button releases the collected fur for fuss-free cleaning. Cat-ear shaped design.
£18.99
Common questions
- What do the numbers on clipper blades mean?
- The number refers to how much coat length the blade leaves behind, with lower numbers cutting less close and higher numbers taking the coat down closer to the skin. There's no single number that suits every dog — it depends on coat type, breed and the look you're going for.
- How do I know if a blade needs replacing?
- A blade that drags, pulls at the coat, heats up quickly or leaves an uneven finish despite being oiled and cleaned is usually past its best. Sharpening can extend a blade's life for a while, but eventually the teeth wear down enough that replacement is the only real fix.
- Do I need to oil a clipper blade every time I use it?
- Yes, ideally — a drop of clipper oil before you start and again partway through a longer groom keeps the blade running cooler and cutting more cleanly. Skipping oil is one of the quickest ways to blunt a blade well before its time.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.