How to Grind Dog Nails with a Dog Nail Grinder
Dog nail grinders are used widely by dog groomers, and are now popular with dog owners for home dog nail care. If you have a large dog with thick nails, you know that typically dog nail clippers break or crack nails. Nail grinders work more safely, quickly, and effectively to keep your dog's nails trim.
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Instructions
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Familiarize your dog with the grinder before attempting to grind the dog's nails. The new tool could frighten your dog. Turn it on and let your dog check it out a few times.
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Position your dog where you can access all four paws easily. I prefer to have my dog lay on the floor on her side.
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Place a towel under the paw you will be working on. As you grind, the towel will collect the dust from the nails. The towel is also handy to wipe dust from the paws, the grinder, and your hands.
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Hold your dog's paw firmly and use your fingers to isolate one nail. Hold the nail firmly to prevent movement while grinding.
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Turn on the grinder. Move the tip back and forth across the tip of the nail until the nail is trimmed to the desired length. Be very careful that you do not grind the nail to the quick. Exposing the quick will cause your dog pain and can cause excessive bleeding.
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Continue grinding each nail on the paw.
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Repeat steps 3-6 for each paw.
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Tips & Warnings
Plan to grind your dog's nails when he/she is calm or tired. The dog will be more cooperative and your job will be much easier.
You can purchase styptic powder from the pet store to apply to the nail if you nick the quick and cause it to bleed. If you cannot stop the bleeding, take your dog to the vet.
Only use grinders manufactured for the purpose of trimming pet nails. Grinders used for woodworking and construction are too powerful and can harm your pet.
Continuous grinding in the same spot can cause heat to build up. Make sure you move the grinding tip frequently. If you work on one spot for a long time, pause to touch the area with your finger to test the temperature.
Never grind your dog's nails short enough that the quick is exposed. This is very painful for your dog and can cause substantial bleeding.
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Comments
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JPaint25
Sep 25, 2008
I thought my dog would react the same way too. She was a bit afraid at first - but I turned it on a few times and let her check it out before I tried to do her nails. The first time I did her nails, she didn't like it very much. After a couple times, she now lays on her side and falls asleep while I do it! -
Thims
Sep 24, 2008
My dog will see this contraption and literally say, "What the &^%$#@!! do you think you're going to do with that thing?!" I'm not even of the K-9 persuation and the sounds of this "Gringer" frighten me, but make me hungry at the same time!! ;-) Good article. Good alternative!
