It's time for a nail trim!
Trimming your pups nails is very important. More important than you may think!
Uncared for nails can break at the quick and be very, very painful for us pups. And overgrown nails can cause a pup to walk unnaturally and can distort the foot, especially in a puppy, and cause lameness, pain and permanent deformity. They may curl into the foot or, in the case of the dew claw, into the leg. When your dog walks on a hard surface, you shouldn't hear the click of nails. If you do, it's time to trim.
Read more about how to take great care of your pups nails!
Great articles about trimming your pups nails!
A how-to vid!
How To Clip Dog Nails Information Video
In this video you will learn how to clip a dog or cat nails at home. This is an easy process which after viewing the video you will be able to do this yourself.
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A great alternative to trimming. It's Dremel time!
A great alternative to trimming with clippers is to Dremel your pups nails. It can be more comfy for the pup and get the nails shorter and smoother, which is great for you!Here is a wonderful explanation of how to use a Dremel on your pups nails.
Nail trimming can be fun!
CIA Case File: 'Tucker' Nail Trim
An entry to the Canis Film Festival by CaninesInAction. This video was the winner in the canine category for the 2007 Canis Film Festival. A history of Tucker's behavior and his biting/aggression during handling and grooming, followed by a time-coded progression of using clicker training and splitting to successfully accomplish a nail trim on a very calm dog. See more clicker training and dog training videos at http://www.clickertraining.com
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Nail tools!
Millers Forge Guillotine Nail Clipper
Nail trimming should be a regular part of your pet's grooming. It is important to your pet's well being to keep the nails properly trimmed. Comes with FREE blade replacement and styptic powder.
Therapet Nail Clipper Large w/ Guide 6.5 Inch
Therapet's Large Nail Clipper with Guide is made from the finest quality stainless steel, giving it a long lasting, sharp cutting edge. The comfort grip design allows for a firm hold and maximum control. 6.5 inches long.
Dremel Mini Mite OR Dremel 2-Speed Multi Pro.
Dremel Mini Mite: Lightweight and compact. Only 61/4"L and weighs only 9 oz! Rotary tool runs at 6,500 and 13,000 RPM. Includes 5-piece accessory kit containing a drill bit, wire brush, 1/3" sanding drum, 1/2" coarse and 1/2" fine sanding bands. Has three hour battery charger.
Dremel 2-Speed Multi Pro: This powerful, lightweight tool is our top-of-the-line. Easy to handle, it has a heavy-duty ball bearing shaft that provides smooth power at both the 10,000 and 20,000 RPM speeds.
The 50-piece accessory kit includes 3-hour battery charger with LED charging indicator assuring battery is being charged and convenient storage case with ample room for tool, charger, extra battery pack, and Accessories/Bits. Shaft locks for easy bit changing.
2-year warranty.
Pet Nail Grooming Kit
Allows you to quickly, easily and safely trim petâ%u20AC%u2122s nails. The rotary action of the tool comfortably trims pets nails in minutes, making it less stressful for pets and groomers. Features 6V 2-speed cordless rotary tool. Runs on 4-AA alkaline batteries (Batteries not included). 6,000/12,000 RPM. Kit includes tool, 1 sanding drum and 4 sanding bands.
Kwik-Stop Styptic Pads 90 ct
An aid to stop bleeding caused by clipping nails, docking tails and minor cuts, this vet-approved formula can be applied with these handy pads. Place on the wound and apply pressure.
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Jim10
The dremel sounds like it might be a good idea. I have a black lab so her nails are very dark. I have absolutely no chance of seeing the quick. It seems to be a guessing game but I reward her with treat and she doesn't mind anymore. I have only cut it once when she moved and it was too bad at least. Posted September 05, 2008 |
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SonjaHelga
Thanks for this information!! Great Squidoo Lens. Posted June 20, 2008 |
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NooNoo
Great lens, very informative, thanks Posted April 20, 2008 |
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EliteClubs
This lens is great, very informative, thank you. Posted April 17, 2008 |
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rms
I'm always afraid when I have to trim my dog's nails. Thank you for a helpful lens. And that dremel idea is great! Posted April 16, 2008 |
