How do you clip a little dogs toe nails ?

Question

i have the clips but shes really wiggly liek i am hurting her? am i how should i cut them ??

Answer 1

Try starting when she/he is really tired or sleeping. You must be careful not to cut the quick. Keep styptic powder on hand. When you do clip the nails, just take off the very tip. If she is still too wiggly, have a friend hold her with some tidbits of food. That will distract him.her until you get the job done.

I have 2 small dogs and they now just sit on my lap so I can clip their nails.

Answer 2

First off, your dog needs to be comfortable with you handling her feet. She should also know how to lay down on her side and stay there. I teach my puppies very early on to lay down completely on their side - using the "easy" command. I pull on their toes and handle their feet and legs extensively.

Also, most dog show people will tell you that they only use a Dremel to shorten their dog's nails. The standard cutters pinch the nail and it can be unfortable for the dog, especially if you get too close to the quick.

You should be trimming your dog's nails weekly, so I would learn how to do it yourself rather than take her to the groomer. Invest in a Dremel rotary tool - you can find them at any hardware store, Wal-Mart, Target, etc. You will also need one of the coarse sanding drums that attaches to it. Get down on the floor and let your dog get used to the tool - have lots of treats handy and make sure your dog has a pleasant experience.

After a while, turn the tool on, but don't try to get it too close to your dog. Let your dog investigate it if she wants to - and keep the treats coming! But only give her a treat when she comes close to get it, don't reward her for staying away. Let her sniff the tool and, if she'll let you, hold the body of the tool against her body so she can feel the vibrations.

The dog should be laying completely on her side (have someone sit by her head if necessary) and you should start handling her feet while the tool is running. Give lots of treats. Gradually (over a few days) see if you can actually start to use the sanding tool on her nails. Hold onto the toe and nail firmly when you grind it because there is some vibration. Don't hold it on the nail for a long time, because it does generate heat. Try to get one foot done each day until she is used to the noise and vibrations. My dogs love to get their nails trimmed every week because they know they get good treats if they hold still. Just don't rush it or you'll stress your dog out even more.

Good luck.

Answer 3

#1 how old is the pet? the pet has a quiki in its nail were blood flows through. the nail must be cut at an angle of about 60 degrees to his paw. But not to close to the quiki because it might heritate him or her. Then use a nail file to smooth them out so it will prevent nail chipping.Play with his toe nails and make the pet know what you are going to do; make him feel safe with treats as a special bonus for being nice will show him you mean no harm to him. he gets use to it very fast. That is a manicurist.

Answer 4

If she is basically too confusing you are able to always take her to the vet once a month and get them to do it. some vets do not value even as others will value $5-10. there is also a groomer. you may want to get someone that could want to be sensible you by potential of asking them to carry your canine even as you clip. basic procedures to carry a canine is have one arm around the neck going below the chin which then can come as a lot as your face. And one resign the canine mid area. it really is how vet scholars are taught to carry an animal.. I knwo this b/c i basically complete a vet assistant direction. you actually have the opt to make it a favorable adventure so that you ultimately can do it without somebody else. to take action supply treats when you do their nails. I do one manage per paw.

Answer 5

if you can get so to hold her still then look at her claws closer and look for where the blood ends in the claw if there is only a short amount of nail after the blood ends then dont bother cutting them if there is alot then just get somebody to help you pin her down u will not be hurting her aslong as your cutting in the right places otherwise you could do some damage.

Answer 6

the best thing to do is to take them to a vet and have them done there, if you cut them to far down your dog could bleed to death, it only costs about $5 or so and its a lot easier

Answer 7

I find it easier to clip their nails when they are asleep. I set next to them and clip away while talking soothly. Next thing you know, they are done!

Answer 8

I keep them trimmed the natural way. I walk my dogs on sidewalks a mile or two a day. You should too.

Answer 9

take it to the vet so that you dont cut the nails to short and it will make it easier on you

Answer 10

it is better to take them to petco and have it done.....but u need to hold her.....the doggy will wiggle but it does not hurt....just dont clip right up against the foot.....