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A process that removes the loose, dead undercoat, using a blunt-edged tool.

A razor-styled tool used to take length off of a dog's coat. Different blades and snap-on combs allow groomers to cut hair at different lengths. The longer the coat desired, the lower the blade number used to achieve that effect. For example, a number 4F blade will leave approximately ½-inch of fur while a number 7F blade will leave about 1/8- [..]

The process of removing matted fur.

This is a technique used to remove the dead outer coat of wire-haired breeds (like most terriers), either with a stripping tool or fingers.

This is a technique using scissors and a metal comb to complete and finish the trim. This is usually done when the pet parent asks for the dog to be trimmed longer than a clipper blade will allow. It also is used for finishing trim work on a dog's face, feet and tail areas.

This dog grooming term means that the groomer is shaving against the grain of the hair, or from the back of the dog toward the front.

A forced-air dryer is a tool that groomers use after towel-drying a dog to completely dry the fur.

A dryer that attaches to the kennel to dry the dog. This is usually used on pets that cannot tolerate a forced air dryer or a fluff dryer.

The long hair that falls on either side of a dog's body between the front and back legs to create a skirt look.