Benefits of Dog Pet Insurance
Dr. Roth
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It can be easy to let a dog’s nails get too long—but this can cause problems. Unruly nails can make it hard for a pet, dog or cat, to walk and can even start growing into the skin and paw pads. To avoid any discomfort, it is best to make trimming the dog’s nails a part of their regular grooming routine.
New pet parents often wonder how to trim dog's nails, here is a simple guide to keeping a dog’s paws neat and tidy.
How parents trim their dog’s nails will be determined by whether the pet has clear or colored nails. If the pet has clear nails, find the nail quick—a pink spot in the nail—before getting started. If the dog has dark or colored nails, trim in smaller, thinner clips until a dark spot is visible on the end of the nail, indicating the beginning of the nail quick.
The quick contains a blood vessel that supplies blood to the dog’s growing nails. As a pet parent trims, it is important to stop before reaching the quick otherwise the dog may experience pain or some temporary bleeding.
If this is the first time trimming a dog’s nails, know that it’s important to make this a fun and positive experience for the pup.
Plan the dog’s manicure during a quiet part of the day. While offering treats, hold their paw and allow them to get accustomed to the feeling of the clipper against their nail or the sound of the nail buffer.
Once the pet parent has chosen a great pair of dog nail trimmers for their pet, get the treats ready and follow these steps:
Many pet parents prefer to use a nail buffer, particularly if their pets have dark or thick, harder to clip nails. These power tools are a quick and safe alternative to trimming or filing by hand. To use a nail buffer:
Whether a pet parent trims their dog’s nails with a clipper or buffer, they should make every effort to keep it a fun and rewarding experience. Underscore the positivity of the situation by staying calm, using plenty of treats, and following each manicure session with a fun game, walk, or cuddles.