How clip?
2007-01-05 18:30:38 · 12 answers · asked by Samonosuke 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
If you are new to the procedure it can be done by doing it in small steps. This was shown to me by my various vets, by a dog groomer I use to work for, and in puppy socialization classes that I either assist or teach.
1. Desensitize your pet to nail cutting by messaging it's paws gently. There's nothing worse then getting ready to cut the nail and the animal jerks it's paw out of your hand. This will take a week or more if you do it every day, a few times a day.
2. Exam the nails, familiarize yourself with their structure. Again take your time. Note the hook of the nail (the arch at the top before the nail comes down to the point), note the "quick" of the nail and where it ends in the nail bed. Seen on white claws, not able to see it on black claws. It's pink and this is the blood and nerve supply to the nail. This is what you do not want to cut into.
3. I prefer the guillotine-type cutters for dogs, and scissor-type cutters for cats. Take your cutters, and nip off the very tip. No, you're not even going to cut enough off the first time. You're just getting your pet and yourself use to the procedure.
4. When you get more familiar and comfortable with cutting the claws you can take a little more off. You need not take any more claw off then what shows after the arch.
Give treats before and after playing with/cutting the claws.
Get someone else to hold the cat. My husband holds the cats on his lap, their backs against his chest, and all four legs facing me. Easier said then done with cats, may end up taking the cat to a professional.
With cats you need to gently press on the toes to make the claws come out of the sheath.
I do my dog's claws when he laying on his side, and I can do his claws by myself.
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2007-01-05 19:35:12 · answer #1 · answered by spazrats 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is a very delicate procedure because your pet can start bleeding if you're not careful!
One way to avoid that is to take it to the vet - they might have a reasonable rate for doing it.
Otherwise you can purchase pet nail clippers at your local pet supply store and also make sure you buy styptic powder in case of any bleeding.
The vein goes right into the nail so to start with cut only a little at a time. Over time the vein will recede somewhat and clipping will be easier.
Just be careful and you shouldn't have a problem.
2007-01-05 18:34:52 · answer #2 · answered by mksangelgirl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
clipping is actually the worst thing possible for their nails, both cat and dog alike. It's easy and quick, that's why people use it. If you really love your pets, which it sounds like you do, get help from a good groomer. You'll know if they are a good groomer if they dremel the nails w/o any clipping. Your pets will be nervous at first, as with anything new, but will end up loving it (it's like a light massage) and being eager for nail trimming time! It will become so easy you'll be doing it yourself in no time. Good luck!
2007-01-05 21:28:04 · answer #3 · answered by mamie_nm 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
once you buy the special nail clipper, you need to hold the cat's or dog's paw and start to gently squeeze the paw until you see the nails start to appear.
all you do is clip the nail (make sure you don't take too much off) and your done.
some cats or dogs may give you a hard time & you will probably need to have a proffesional do it for you like a vet.
2007-01-05 18:35:32 · answer #4 · answered by Mohannad 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well..I think I only know how to clip dogs nails.Just take a some clippers and just cut off the end.
Good Luck!!!!
2007-01-06 01:00:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
go buy one of those nail clipper for animals. Be careful not to cut the quick of their nail cause they'll bleed. haha i accidentally did that the first time...oops. but i know how to do it now and now i'm careful.
2007-01-05 18:33:00 · answer #6 · answered by cavigirl17 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i use a nail clipper. dont cut too far or it will bleed. the best is to do it when they are asleep.
2007-01-05 18:33:41 · answer #7 · answered by Charles Darwin 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
idk about cats, but to help with a dog's nails try taking it for runs or walks every once in a while, it will wear their nails down
2007-01-05 18:38:53 · answer #8 · answered by Runningtom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't attempt this yourself without having a professional groomer or vet SHOW you (hands on) how to accomplish it. It can be tricky.
2007-01-05 18:32:23 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
the white part right above wher the black meets white usually, careful though if you cut too deep it will bleed
2007-01-05 18:33:28 · answer #10 · answered by chase p 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋