[KPoos]

The cordless clippers are smaller and good for small feet.

 

[flyingduster]

actually the 5/8" toe blade does clip the same length as a 10, it's just crappy and is very prone to nicking feet, as are all the small blades on big clippers. If you want a small set, go for a cordless trimmer, otherwise stick with the big blade.

 

[Janelle]

I use a #40 on all my poodle feet ..less chance of those pesky little nicks on the toes

 

[Poodlepal]

Get one of those little detail trimmers.

 

[Fluffyspoos]

I use a #40 blade too, I go with the grain as much as I can, and only go against it at base of the nail (gently) to get the hair there.

 

[georgiapeach]

Thanks for your replies. I'll check out the #40 blade, as well as a less expensive cordless trimmer - any recommendations on this? I can't spring for an expensive cordless b/c I just spent $$$ on my Andis Ultra Edge, the Andis Ceramic 5/8HT blade (I LOVE this blade to shear the coat to an even length all over!), and the crappy 5/8 toe blade.

Also, thanks for the advice to shave with the grain. I was doing it wrong. :doh:

 

[KPoos]

OH I think that Wahl peanut is a good choice. Someone else that uses it can chime in.

 

[flyingduster]

shaving against the grain is the usual way to do feet, so don't worry! (just if using a 40 blade it's short enough that you can get away with going with the grain if you want. I prefer it totally nekkid against the grain)

and I love the 5/8HT blade tooooo! I use it so much on my clients!