{"product_id":"waldhausen-stainless-steel-fetlock-shears-for-horses","title":"Waldhausen Stainless Steel Fetlock Shears for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWaldhausen Fetlock Shears - Stainless Steel Trimming Shears for a Tidy Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Waldhausen Fetlock Shears are manual stainless steel grooming shears used to trim fetlock feather and tidy the hair on a horse's lower leg. They are best for riders, grooms and yard owners who want a neat, show-ready finish on horses, ponies and cobs without using electric clippers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecause they are hand-operated, there is no noise, vibration or charging to think about, which makes them a practical option for youngsters and horses that are nervous about clippers. Browse more yard essentials in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel blades\u003c\/strong\u003e that cut cleanly and wipe down easily after use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-shaped for fetlocks\u003c\/strong\u003e - tidies feather, heels and lower leg hair\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-area grooming\u003c\/strong\u003e - also suitable for ears, muzzle whiskers and the bridle path\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo power required\u003c\/strong\u003e - no batteries, cables or charging between sessions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet in use\u003c\/strong\u003e - a calmer option for horses that dislike clipper noise\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact\u003c\/strong\u003e - stores easily in a grooming box, tack locker or show kit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuits horses, ponies, cobs and feathered natives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaldhausen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFetlock shears \/ trimming scissors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual - no power source needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Uses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFetlock feather, heels, ears, muzzle, bridle path\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses, ponies and cobs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePakistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eTie the horse safely or ask an assistant to hold, and make sure the legs are clean and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLet the horse see and sniff the shears before you begin, especially if trimming for the first time.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold the leg hair between your fingers and trim small sections at a time, following the natural line of the fetlock.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork from the outside of the leg inwards, stepping back regularly to check both legs match.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMove on to ears, muzzle or bridle path if required, keeping the blade tips pointed away from the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWipe the blades clean, dry them thoroughly and store the shears closed in a dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are fetlock shears used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFetlock shears are used to trim the feather and longer hair around a horse's fetlock and heel, giving a tidy outline for turnout, shows and general yard presentation. They can also tidy ear edges, muzzle whiskers and the bridle path.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these shears better than clippers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey serve a different purpose. Clippers remove large areas of coat quickly, while shears give close, controlled trimming on small areas and make no noise, which suits nervous horses and youngsters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the Waldhausen Fetlock Shears made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are made from stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use them on a feathered cob?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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