Is it ok to groom your dog yourself?

[Heather S]

Hello,
So I have been wanting to get my lab/shepherd mix in to have him groomed and get a haircut.
My dog Jude is really great about being groomed and is very calm and still during the process.
Is it possible for me to just take some animal clippers to him and do it myself, or is there more to it than that.
Because if it's basically like using the clippers on my husbands hair than I should be good right?
Of course I understand the very sensitive areas to be careful around, but is it really necessary to take him to a groomer when I could do it myself, or is there really more to it than that?
Any thoughts, or tips on shaving him myself?

[Emily]

It is totally fine to groom your dog yourself, but be aware that taking the dog to a professional will reduce your dog's chances of being harmed. Sometimes you can hurt your dog and not be aware of it. I would say take him to a grooming place because they have the expirance and proper tools.