How often should I trim my dog’s nails?
Dog nails should be trimmed every three to four weeks, regardless dog breednail size or color.
Homemade dog nail trimmer:
You will need the following tools to shave your nails at home. You can buy these at a dog retailer or online at Chewy or Amazon.
Will clipping my dog’s nails hurt him?
Yes, if you cut quickly. The blister is located near the base of the nail and can be very painful and bleed. The fast part of the nail can go up to the middle of the nail and is the most sensitive part because it is filled with blood vessels and nerves. You can quickly stop bleeding by applying hemostatic powder to your nail. Avoid quick trimming by cutting only the tip of the nail above the quick nail. If you can’t see quickly because your dog’s nails are black, just get a little trim or take the dog to a professional groomer.
How to safely trim my dog’s nails
- Keep your dog in a well-lit and quiet environment to reduce external stimuli. With the assistant, arrange for him to be in a safe location, such as in your lap or by his side.
- Gently grasp your dog’s paws with your thumb on top of his paws and press your index finger up over his paws to lengthen the hoof.
- Locate nails quickly and trim each nail on the nail quickly, cutting only a small portion at a smooth corner with pliers. On light colored nails, a small black dot will appear in the center after cutting, indicating that the nail is quickly coming to an end. It was a good stop. Dew claws, located higher on the front legs, also need extra care.
- If you don’t see a small black dot after cutting, continue cutting more and watch for cracks. Always work at a comfortable pace and stop anytime if needed.
- If you accidentally hit your dog’s head and cause bleeding, immediately wet the Q-tip lightly with water, dip in hemostatic powder, and press on the nail for 20 to 30 seconds to stop the bleeding. It is also effective for pressing loose powder onto their nails. Continue to monitor this nail and do not cut any more.
- Continue this process with each leg. You can do it! Give your dog a passionate kiss and treat!
How to cut black dog nails
Unlike light-colored nails in dogs, black nails tend to quickly hide or crack, even in well-lit environments. Be extra careful with these black nails and cut only a little at a time while watching for bleeding.
Do not be afraid! If you slowly introduce your dog to nail trimming and continue to trim his nails in a relaxing space filled with gifts and praise, Your dog will associate nail trimming more positivelyBut it takes time and patience.
