Learn how to scissor a dogs tail using straight scissors.

**Skill Level**
Beginner to Intermediate

********Mel's top 3 tips for scissoring tails*********
1. Brush all knots and tangles before you begin trimming the tail. This will ensure your scissor work is even. Brushing with the direction of the coat on the tail. This is usually brushing down.
2. Always hold the tip of the tail when brushing and scissoring as this will ensure the comb will NOT get caught and you will NOT cut the tip of the tail when scissoring.
3. When shaping the hair on the tail try and following the shape of the tail. Mileys tail curves over her back, so we scissored her tail with the curve.

*Equipment used*

Melanie Newman Relax Coat Conditioning Spray

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A lightweight leavein conditioner / detangling spray that hydrates without weighing the coat down, can be used with a wet or dry coat and in between brushing during the bathing process. Melanie Newman Salon Essentials Relax collection is formulated for Breeds with a curly and short to medium coat type, with odour fighting and calming properties through the blend of natural essential oils and Aloe Vera leaf juice, it’s also perfect for puppies and anxious pets.

Artero Double Flexible Slicker Large
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Artero Flexible Slicker Brushes give you the flexibility you need to deliver superior grooming results without sacrificing your hands and wrist in the process. Flexible brush heads produce less stress on your hands and wrists than traditional fixed slicker brushes. Flexible brushes conform to the contour of the animal.
Very soft doublesided flexible slicker.
The Black side is for dematting and the grey side is for brushing.
Very smooth and flexible.
Can help in reducing wrist injuries caused by repetitive motion while brushing and dematting.

Artero 23Cm Double Finishing Comb

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Doublesided comb featuring two widths between pins on each side.
For use while scissoring on a medium to large dog.
Glides through the coat, very smooth.
Reduces static in the coat.
Finishing comb, not to be used for dematting or removing large matts.
Comb Length: 9""
Pin Length: 1.3""

Scissors
Groomtech Serpenti Shear Straight 7.5" [Red Eye]

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Length: 7.5"
Finish: Copper Plated, with Red Screw
Material: 440C Stainless Steel
Recommended For: Everyday Use

Miley was bathed in the Purify Collection

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The Purify Collection By Melanie Newman Salon Essentials has been formulated to exacting specifications for all breed and coat types, utilising natural plant derived ingredients Purify is for the ultimate deep cleanse and clarifying shampoo. Formulated to wash toxins and pollutions from the skin and coat using activated charcoal, Earth’s natural cleaner. Purify will remove build up in the coat while using natural antioxidants to keep coat healthy and strong. Purify is a natural whitener without any of the harsh bleaching agents. Melanie Newman Salon Essentials Purify collection is formulated for all breeds, with a formula designed to wash toxins from the skin and coat the Purify collection will leave your pet looking and feeling anew.

• Deep Cleansing
• Removes toxins and pollutions from the coat & skin
• Natural whitener
• Eliminates odour
• Adds Coat Volume

pH balanced, pet friendly, no SLS or parabens, no petrochemicals and no synthetic perfumes. 100% pure and natural.
trialed and tested in some of Australias leading professional grooming salons.
Formulated to exacting specifications, and utilising natural plant derived ingredients this gentle shampoo cleans and balances the canine skin with optimal coat conditioning and shine.
Benefits: Free from harsh synthetic chemicals, Melanie Newman Salon Essentials Purify Shampoo is activated with Charcoal for its toxin adsorption powers and infused with essential oils of Sandalwood, Marjoram and Lavender. Enriched with Vitamin E, PURIFY provides a clean, fresh smelling coat with a natural shine.

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