My puppy is scratching my legs and arms. I cut his nails but then they are still sharp. He is a chihuahua mix so he is not going outside in this Buffalo, NY weather. What else can I do? I was gonna try to grind them so they are smooth. Or maybe paint them with something so they are not so rough?
2007-12-19 02:36:53 · 8 answers · asked by thats00me 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
All you need for grinding nails is a Dremel Tool...they are available at WalMart, Lowes, etc....or online..in my area they cost around $20 and they are cordless.
It's all I use for my dogs' nails...I do them all once a week.
2007-12-19 02:45:47 · answer #1 · answered by zappataz ♠ Since 1999 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are a lot of online dog catalogues where you can get a "nail grinder". All it is, though is a dremmel tool with a sanding wheel on it!
Unless you have a lot of experience handling a dog I would not use a grinder, they are REALLY DANGEROUS! If your dog pulls, you can grind a nuckle off in an instant! Yours or the dog's.
I would suggest you get one of those nail files, after trimming with clippers, hit the nail a couple of times with the file to smooth. You will also want to get a small jar of quick stop, it is a powder that stops bleeding should you cut too close to the quick, which stings a little, but does not hurt too badly.
If you do cut the quick, don't worry, your dog won't bleed to death! Here is a website that carries the things you will need.
www.petedge.com
Marti
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www.borzoibeacon.com
2007-12-19 02:47:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Take him to a vet or groomer every 2 weeks for a nail trim. Herew in Oklahoma I charge 5 bucks for a small dog (as long as he doesn't turn into CUJO when I get the trimmers out) a dremmel is good, but on a Chi, you could do MAJOR damage. I suggest using a good emery board and filing them at home if you cannot afford a pro. They are razor sharp after trimming because of the razor sharp trimmers. Use a nail file gently, you'll be amazed!
2007-12-19 02:51:00 · answer #3 · answered by WTFever 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Dremel makes a nail grinder for pets.
But for a Chihuahua, you may be able to get away with a strong emory board or nail file after cutting them - try that first before spending money on a Dremel, since a Chi's nails are pretty fine.
2007-12-19 02:49:00 · answer #4 · answered by Nandina (Bunny Slipper Goddess) 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Use a Dremel tool. That is what we use and it works like a charm!!!!
Do an online search and you can find all kinds of sites that tell you all about it.
Just search "dog nail grinding".
Standard nail clippers work fine too, but personally, I like the smoother edges of the Dremel. The dog really like it too!!!!
2007-12-19 02:40:34 · answer #5 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need a Nail Grinder.
Soft Claws Nail Caps for Dogs
* Glue-on Nail Caps can put an end to those nasty scratches left behind by your dog's nails
* Safe vinyl caps blunt pet's nails to help prevent damage resulting from his scratching behavior
* Nail Caps last up to 3 months, so they are economical to use
2007-12-19 02:50:42 · answer #6 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, I know what your talking about. I have seen the commercial. Is there a question to follow on?
2016-05-25 00:54:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can hurt your dog by trimming his nails, if you can't do it right of course.
Get them trimmed by the Vet.
2007-12-19 02:39:32 · answer #8 · answered by galloping.greys 5 · 0⤊ 5⤋