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Grooming Your Dog: Cutting And Trimming Nails
Dogs probably resent work on their nails more than anything else.
If you start while he's young, you'll teach your puppy to accept this
grooming. If overly difficult, ask your vet to trim the nails.
How To Trim Your Dog's Nails
Hold the paw firmly, trim the tips, avoiding the pink "quick" and veins. If you cut away too much surface area, it might cut into these veins, so be careful. A dog that spends a lot of time outside wears his nails down naturally by contact with the pavement. Dogs that live indoors reap no such benefit, and will need a trim on a daily basis. Be sure to keep some stypic powder (available at pharmacies and pet stores) on hand in case of bleeding.
How To Trim Your Dog's Nails
Hold the paw firmly, trim the tips, avoiding the pink "quick" and veins. If you cut away too much surface area, it might cut into these veins, so be careful. A dog that spends a lot of time outside wears his nails down naturally by contact with the pavement. Dogs that live indoors reap no such benefit, and will need a trim on a daily basis. Be sure to keep some stypic powder (available at pharmacies and pet stores) on hand in case of bleeding.
Again, dogs that do not have their nails trimmed at a young age often react with fear or hostility at this procedure when older. You might wish to get a few lessons on this tricky skill from a good veterinarian or dog groomer before you begin.
