Introduction to Dog Nail Trimming
Well upon a quick google it's easy to see that there are a plethora of sites giving instructions on how to trim a dog's nails. Many include the exact same simple diagram.
If after scouring these sites and examining the diagram you felt confident enough, and indeed you've attempted a nail trim with your dog, and you still end up here, it probably means you've discovered its not as easy as it seems.
In perusing a few of these sites myself, it seems the authors are attempting to make it real simple for ya. Not a bad idea. Yet you still end up here... "here" meaning you're still searching for more info or better detail as to why its so difficult... still looking for some "trick" or magic wisdom as to how groomers often make it look so easy.
It has been my experience as a veteran groomer that there is indeed a bit more to it than the mechanics and a jar of Quick Stop.
There is the psyche behind the paw you're holding.
The whole gist of Pet Groomer 911 is to fill this information gap and help you thru these mysterious yet vitally necessary regions of pet parenting. I help you get in touch with the psyche behind the paw...
The paw is one of the three most highly sensitive parts of a dogs body!
Knowledge may be power, but if you don't know how to use it, it's worthless or even dangerous.
So here's the 911 on dog nail trimming:
Tools
Yes, having a jar of Quick Stop is advisable.
"But where do I get it???"
You google it. You order it. It comes in the post.
Choosing the correct nail trimmers is also a big deal. I've tried a few different ones in my day and here are my best choices:
Here on the left are "cat" nail trimmers and these are the wisest ones to use for pups and smaller dogs. They're very small, but very sharp and effective. You want to use a sturdy pair, meaning don't get some cheap, lightweight pair at the dollar store. Your personal groomer may suggest a dollar store pair, but they are professionals. You are not. Get the sturdy ones. Are you looking for "tricks" and Magic Wisdom...? Then trust me, it matters.
These on the right are "dog" nail trimmers. Again, these are sturdy, no bells or whistles and plenty sharp. They come in 3 different sizes. If you have anything bigger than a Maltese you want to use the large ones. Again, stability is very important and lightweight tools work against you in subtle ways that all these other sites don't know enough to tell you about.
Sharpness is also very import. If you get a new, sturdy pair such as the ones I've suggested, sharpness will not be an issue. If you get a cheap pair, or used pair, it may be an issue. Imagine those times when you try to cut a tomato with a dull knife.... Get the picture? It rips, smashes and tears....
DO NOT try to use a Dremel or Pedipaws to learn with!!!
As stated earlier, there's more to it than just the mechanics, or the tools.
I've only met one person in the ocean of pet parents and professional groomers who gave one ounce of merit to the Pedipaws. Don't waste your money. It's pitched as way to get around the difficulty of nail trimming, but it's not. You still have the same issues to deal with using a Pedipaws as you do with conventional nail trimmers - the psyche behind the paw....
Be sure to follow up with each installment to get the entire course.
And always remember, I make house calls locally if you need personal instructions or demonstrations for the family or groups. Visit the website for info on fees and scheduling.
www.petgroomer911.com
Be sure to share, re-post and otherwise spread these sites every chance you get. We appreciate it!
Well upon a quick google it's easy to see that there are a plethora of sites giving instructions on how to trim a dog's nails. Many include the exact same simple diagram.
If after scouring these sites and examining the diagram you felt confident enough, and indeed you've attempted a nail trim with your dog, and you still end up here, it probably means you've discovered its not as easy as it seems.
In perusing a few of these sites myself, it seems the authors are attempting to make it real simple for ya. Not a bad idea. Yet you still end up here... "here" meaning you're still searching for more info or better detail as to why its so difficult... still looking for some "trick" or magic wisdom as to how groomers often make it look so easy.
It has been my experience as a veteran groomer that there is indeed a bit more to it than the mechanics and a jar of Quick Stop.
There is the psyche behind the paw you're holding.
The whole gist of Pet Groomer 911 is to fill this information gap and help you thru these mysterious yet vitally necessary regions of pet parenting. I help you get in touch with the psyche behind the paw...
The paw is one of the three most highly sensitive parts of a dogs body!
Knowledge may be power, but if you don't know how to use it, it's worthless or even dangerous.
So here's the 911 on dog nail trimming:
Tools
Yes, having a jar of Quick Stop is advisable.
"But where do I get it???"
You google it. You order it. It comes in the post.
Choosing the correct nail trimmers is also a big deal. I've tried a few different ones in my day and here are my best choices:
These on the right are "dog" nail trimmers. Again, these are sturdy, no bells or whistles and plenty sharp. They come in 3 different sizes. If you have anything bigger than a Maltese you want to use the large ones. Again, stability is very important and lightweight tools work against you in subtle ways that all these other sites don't know enough to tell you about.Sharpness is also very import. If you get a new, sturdy pair such as the ones I've suggested, sharpness will not be an issue. If you get a cheap pair, or used pair, it may be an issue. Imagine those times when you try to cut a tomato with a dull knife.... Get the picture? It rips, smashes and tears....
DO NOT try to use a Dremel or Pedipaws to learn with!!!
As stated earlier, there's more to it than just the mechanics, or the tools.
I've only met one person in the ocean of pet parents and professional groomers who gave one ounce of merit to the Pedipaws. Don't waste your money. It's pitched as way to get around the difficulty of nail trimming, but it's not. You still have the same issues to deal with using a Pedipaws as you do with conventional nail trimmers - the psyche behind the paw....
Be sure to follow up with each installment to get the entire course.
And always remember, I make house calls locally if you need personal instructions or demonstrations for the family or groups. Visit the website for info on fees and scheduling.
www.petgroomer911.com
Be sure to share, re-post and otherwise spread these sites every chance you get. We appreciate it!
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