5 BEST PROFESSIONAL DOG TRIMMERS WITH FREE RETURNS

If you are looking for the best dog trimmer available on the market for home use or as a professional, then keep reading below. We have reviewed the best Cordless Dog Trimmers on the market that can be purchased with free shipping and free returned.

If you are tired of the dull, low powered dog trimmers that are sold online, that scare your beloved canine, then it's time to upgrade to a professional grade quality dog trimmer. I am only interested in cordless trimmer, as cords get in the way of trimming. You also do not need extra distractions to bother your pup as you are trimming her hair/fur. 

Many of the dog trimming products that sell for less than $50 on amazon can work for small touch ups, but I would not recommend those products for your normal use. As they may pull the hairs of your dog and even irritate his skin. So pick a good quality, professional grade trimmer that can cut well and make your dog look spectacular. After using one of these recommended products, your friends and neighbors will think that you brought your dog to a high end dog groomer.

So criteria that are considered in choosing these dog trimmers are brand, cordless, rechargeable, free shipping, free returns, weight of the trimmer, noise level, sharpness of the blades, how long the blades stay sharp, and battery life. 

#1 Tried and True - for many years - dependable brand

Andis 22340 ProClip 2-Speed Detachable Blade Clipper

• Cool and quiet running ,Voltage - 120 Volts
• Perfect for all coats and breeds.
• Detachable blade design for ease of changing and cleaning.
• Two-speed rotary motor for performance that pros demand.
• 14' heavy-duty cord for ease of movement around animals and equipment. Removable drive cap
• Shatter-proof housing.

From the Reviews:

"These clippers are very good, Andis is the best brand for grooming, was once a groomer so I had a good idea on what product to purchase. These in particular are really good for dogs that have under coat. I have only used these on my schnauzers so as far as using them on a thicker coat I’m not sure how well they do. These do come with a 10 blade. The machine doesn’t get hot, it is very common for the blade to get hot though after 10 minutes give or take, so I do recommend purchasing 2 of the same blades, so you can swap blades and not burn your baby."

#2 Sturdy and durable - dual speed - detachable blade

Oster Golden A5 Two-Speed Animal Grooming Clippers

• Versatile pet grooming clippers with two-speed switch.Two Speed motor Hi - 2,700 SPM, Lo - 2,100 SPM
• Great for precision and general-purpose grooming
• Detachable Size 10 CryogenX blade included
• Virtually unbreakable chew-proof housing
• Compatible with all Oster A5 detachable blades

From the reviews:

"Having switched from a cheaper grooming clipper, these are so much better! Way faster, more consistent cut, heavy duty. Use it on my small dog, as well as buzz-cutting my preschooler!"

"Have a nervous feline who licks his fur off and then pukes on my side of the bed. My vet wanted 600$ (…I KNOW!) to sedate and shave the little bastard. So, I thought I'd save some coin by stopping by walmart and picking up a 20$ set of clippers and just getting that job done…..Ha Ha, Jokes on me. Took me 3 DAYS to get a 5 in wide 6 in long swath down his back. Not to mention I got TORE UP in the process.

So….I go online, do a little research and find these babies. Me, two of my fool-hardiest friends and these clippers got the job done in about 45 minutes. To be real…It was a massive mess. We had to throw away the clothes we had on and the hair became imbedded in the grass in our back yard.

An unexpected bonus- turns out birds love to make cat hair nests. Not only do I have the smoothes kitty in town (pervert) but I have a handful of hummingbirds laying eggs in designer, catshmere nests in my plum tree.

Buy these. They are awesome."

#3 Dependable brand - light weight - Quiet operations

Wahl Professional Animal KM10 2 Speed Brushless Motor

• The KM10 Pet Clipper Kit is ideal for body clipping and trimming all animal coats including dogs, cats, horses, and livestock.
• This clipper offers enhanced performance with an extended motor life and quiet operation.
• Operating at two powerful speeds of 3, 000 and 3, 700 strokes per minute, the Constant Speed Control feature automatically delivers more power and torque in challenging areas.
• Measures 7. 5 by 2 by 1. 75 inches (H x W x D); weighs a lightweight 12. 3 ounces to help reduce wrist fatigue.
• Designed with a rounded front housing to prevent hair clogging.

From the Reviews:

"This is a workhorse of a clipper and one of the best clippers I have ever used. I got this on recommendation of a friend who has 8 dogs that all need grooming and she has groomed for decades. I have 4 dogs that need lifetime grooming and therefore groom them myself to save hundreds of dollars. This clipper is smooth and easy to handle and cuts through any type of coat like butter.The motor is fairly quiet and doesn't scare my dogs at all and the blades are easy to switch out. I like to do body work with a 7F and then switch to a 10 blade for faces and feet. It will get the blades warm when using for any length of time so I use cool spray and I also place my switch my blades out on a small piece of marble which helps them cool down faster, but any clipper is going to heat up the blades. My old Oster heated them up far faster than this one does. Has a super long cord which I appreciate and its easy to clean and oil. I honestly think this is one of the best clippers I have ever used! If you find this review was helpful to you, please hit the "yes" button at the end of the review."

"As a professional dog groomer, I give these babies 5 stars. They're incredibly lightweight and powerful. I breeze through "once a year" dogs with thick, matted coats very easily. They're now my main clippers for all clips."

#4 Cordless - Rechargeable - Elegant - Quieter

Wahl Professional Animal MiniArco Cordless

• Wahl's MiniArco rechargeable trimmer is Ideal for trimming faces, ears, and paws on dogs, cats, and other pets as well as muzzles and ears on horses
• Provides 45 minutes of cordless operation and comes equipped with a #30 fine cut blade
• Single speed clipper offers 6,000 strokes per minute; the trimmer's corded and cordless capability allows you to also use your cordless trimmer corded for ongoing trimming. Emission sound pressure level: max. 66 dB(A) @ 25 cm
• This lightweight trimmer weighs only 4 ounces
• This kit includes the MiniArco rechargeable trimmer, a #30 fine cut blade, two attachment guide combs, a cleaning brush, and blade oil
• Backed by a one-year warranty
• Made for use in electrical outlets in the United States only; not designed for international use

From the Reviews:

"I've been putting off getting one of these for a long time, since my original grooming instructor said the mini ones never have enough power to get through much hair. Well one of my coworkers let me borrow hers the other day and I IMMEDIATELY ordered my own then and there! It's quiet, it barely vibrates, even dogs that normally hate having their eye corners or clean feet done are more calm for it, and it digs out crusted up eye boogies like they're nothing! And I love that you can use it on or off the cord! Literally the only thing I don't like about this little guy is that I spent 5 years grooming without it."

"Oh my - I wish I had this years ago! Now, I can easily trim my Shih Tsu & Llaha's faces & paws (I groom my own doggies) - they love the whisper quietness of it. Makes my job so easy!! I just used it to trim their faces and paws - it was a breeze. It cuts through their coats like butter - quick & painless. The tools are just right, go on easily, stay on, and make everything 100% easy and even. My dogs are both 14 yrs. old, so they are delicate and sometimes they get cranky if it takes too long to groom them. This trimmer makes it a BREEZE and I'm done in half the time. The shape of the clipper is perfect for my hands and their faces, so it's painless (for them and for me) to clip them now. I love the fact that it's cordless - sometimes I have to go to a cooler spot outside to clip them - it's always been a hassle with a cord. You can totally tell the difference with the rotating blade - there's nothing like it! The big traditional clippers went out in the trash. Thank you Wahl - this is the best product you've ever made!"

#5 Cordless - Fine Blade - High Quality - Durable

Wahl Professional Animal Bravura Cordless Lithium Dog and Cat Clipper with Replacement 5-in-1 Adjustable Fine Blade

• Combines the power and durability of lithium ion battery innovation with Wahl's adjustable 5-in-1 blade to give groomers, animal professionals, and pet owners everything needed in a lightweight cordless clipper
• The 5-in-1 blade adjusts between sizes #9, 10, 15, 30, and 40, offering a convenient variety of cutting lengths. The rechargeable lithium ion battery has a 90-minute cordless run time of cool running, low vibration, and quiet operation. The clipper will operate at full power until the battery is completely depleted; recharge the battery in 60 minutes or simply plug in the cord and continue to clip your pet
• Ideal for the feet, face, and all finish work on all dog breeds, light body clipping on small- and medium-sized dogs, and cat grooming. The Bravura can also be used for trimming horse's bridle path, ears, muzzle, and fetlocks as well as trimming show cuts for goats, pigs, and cattle
• Measures 7 inches long, weighs 8.8 ounces and includes Wahl's one-year limited professional warranty. The Bravura clipper is made in Hungary; the blades are made in Germany.
• ALSO INCLUDED: Replacement Wahl 5-in-1 fine blade, Wahl Equine Horse Grooming Brush and Clipper Oil for Longer and Smoother Use of Blades. Included from manufacturer: One Bravura clipper, 5-in-1 fine blade set, 6 plastic attachment guide combs, cleaning brush, blade oil, instruction book, charge stand and charger, soft storage case

From the Reviews:

"I have been using these clippers for over 20 years. Really saves on hand fatigue."

"Use to groom my Havanese. The cheaper one I had for small dogs just didn’t do the job. There was a world of difference in quality and easy of use between them. This is a high quality tool."

CONCLUSION:

Based on your personal needs, I would recommend any of these 5 trimmers. Each have it's own pros and cons. Best of all, you have free returns if things don't work out for you and your pups.

Best Trampoline Repair Kits - Which one is the best?

Review of the best Trampoline repair kits on the market right now

How to pick the best trampoline repair kits

If you are going to buy a trampoline, then it is very important to have a repair kit on hand. It will be very dangerous for those playing on the trampoline with a tear or rip. It can even cause great bodily harm or death. 

A trampoline without repairs will cause the mat around the hole to fray and get bigger. Then that will make the mat more likely to rip, and then it will become dangerous for anyone jumping on it.

As soon as you have a hole in your trampoline mat, it is important to get it fixed right away otherwise it will continue to get bigger and bigger and it will be more difficult to repair and even costly to get fixed.

See which repair kits are the best for your trampoline.

Patch Bond Trampoline Mat Repair Kit

Patch Bond Trampoline Mat Repair Kit Review

This Patch Bond trampoline repair kit comes with a large 8×8 inch fabric patch, a 2 once bottle of glue, an application brush and easy to follow instructions.

The fabric patch is large enough for you to cut lots of small patches out of it, making it perfect for a trampoline mat with lots of holes. It’s also diagonally cut and made of trampoline permatron material, so you’ll be patching your holes with a high quality material that matches the mat.

The glue is Formula X Marine Water Proof Glue, which is designed to withstand the stretching and pulling of a trampoline mat when it’s used. The glue is also waterproof, making it perfect for repelling water when it rains and ensuring the patch remains permanently fixed to your trampoline mat.

We’ve found that this trampoline repair kit is particularly robust and the patch holds well to the mat. The only factor to consider is that the patch needs to overlap the mat by 2 inches all the way around, which means an 8×8 inch patch might not be enough if your trampoline has a hole larger than 6 inches.

Tear Aid Fabric Repair Kit

Tear Aid Fabric Repair Kit Review

Tear aid is a fantastic alternative to a fabric and glue kit. The patches themselves come with a sticky backing that you can adhere directly onto the hole without sewing, glue or mess. The patches are semi- transparent so you won’t notice it on your trampoline mat, and UV resistant to prevent weathering or yellowing from the outdoor elements.

The kit comes with a number of different sized patches that can be cut to fit any hole. It also comes with easy to follow instructions, reinforcing filaments and 2 alcohol swabs to clean the area before you apply the patch. The patches themselves are made of a tough, elastic, puncture resistant material that will move with your trampoline mat.

Tear Aid Fabric Repair is highly effective in repairing trampoline mats, and we found that they were long lasting and withstood the pressures of jumping for many months after we applied them.

The bonus is that these patches work on a number of different materials, so if you own a trampoline that needs repairing but also go camping, hiking or fishing often, investing in this product could also help you in repairing other tears and holes!

Stormsure Trampoline Repair Kit

Stormsure Trampoline Repair Kit

Stormsure Trampoline Repair Kit Review

Stormsure are known for their quality, durable products and their trampoline repair kit is no exception.

In this kit you will receive a 15g tube of flexible repair adhesive and 2 TUFF tape repair patches which are 3 inches in diameter.

To use this product, first apply the patch on the underside of the tear, and then apply a generous amount of the adhesive over the hole. Over the next 12 hours, the adhesive will cure over the hole and form a strong, flexible, permanent patch that will prevent any further fraying or tearing.

The Stormsure trampoline repair kit is great quality and super easy to use. We found that the size of the patches were comparatively small though, so this patch is best for mats that have a few small holes rather than a big one.

Stormsure Trampoline Repair Kit

Go ahead and let us know which repair kit you decide to go with to fix your trampoline. Fix that trampoline and get back to having fun today!

Child Bike Seat Reviews: Front Versus Rear Mount

Choosing between a front and rear child bike seat? Use this step by step guide.

So you’ve decided to get a front or rear child bike seat. Yay! Now, how do you decide which positioning is the right one for your family? Follow the steps below and you’ll have your answer in a jiffy!

Step One: Determine Your Child’s Age and Weight

Front mounted seats are a great option if you have a younger child (minimum of 9 mo), who would enjoy sitting up front, seeing the world and talking with mom or dad. In the front mounted seat, children can easily point at things as you ride by and you can experience the world from your child’s eyes like never before. The maximum age for a front mounted seat is 3 years old and they will typically support up to 33 lbs.

Rear mounted seats are wonderful for children who are older and may not have such a reliance on talking to mom or dad, or need as much supervision, during trips. A rear mounted seat will also accommodate your child longer, as they have a maximum age of about 5-6 years old and a maximum weight of up to 48 lbs. Some options, such as the Hamax Caress have adjustable shoulder straps as well as an adjustable seat back that grows with your child.

Step Two: Determine Your Preferred Weight Distribution

Typically, front mounted seats are more stable on the bike as the weight is mounted between the two wheels and close to the bike rider. This positioning also gives the rider the ability to put their arms around the child’s thus encouraging the child to keep their hands and arms inside the vehicle at all times.

Conversely, in a rear mounted position, seats do have more wiggle room, but are also equipped with shocks or other suspension system that helps to provide a seamless and smooth ride. An older child may not fit in between the rider’s arms, and can be warned not to make large movements during the ride. For optimal weight distribution, follow the manufacturer’s guidelines on how to center the bike seat over the rear tire’s axel.

Step Three: Determine the Type of Biking Your Family Prefers

When taking a longer biking trip with the family some rear mounted child bike seats have a huge advantage over the front mounted version; the ability to recline The Hamax Caress reclines up to 20 degrees, giving sleepy children a way to rest their head without slumping forward.

Either the front mount or rear mount bike seats would work well for smooth paved roads or trails. When riding on gravel or other unpaved surfaces, the shocks or other suspension system offered by many rear mount seats allows a smoother more comfortable ride for the child.

Step Four: Determine Your Current Bike Type and Preferred Mounting System

Front mounted seats have several different ways of mounting to your bike. Some mount to the top tube of your bike which requires a nearly horizontal tube. Others, like the Hamax Observer mount to the stem of your bike. With stem mounted seats, you can use a standard mount which requires about 2 inches of clearance on the bike stem, or an A-Head bracket mount which requires only ½ inch of clearance on the bike stem.

 

Rear mounted seats also have a variety of mounting options. The frame mount is meant for bikes that do not have carrier racks. The second option for rear mounted bike seats is the rack mount. In this case, the child bike seat attaches to a rack already installed on your bike. Usually the bike rack must have a minimum 55lb weight capacity to support both the child and the bike seat.

Other considerations in choosing a mounting type are the riders length of legs, arms, and torso. Riders with longer legs will want to raise their bike seats enough so that their knees are not knocking into a front mounted seat. You may also need to adjust the rider’s seat in order for a rear mounted child bike seat to attach properly and allow for the reclining movement.

While there are many seat options available, it is ultimately up to the rider and family to choose the one that will fit their lifestyle the best. Let us know what you chose or if you have any questions. And as always, have a wonderful ride!