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darlasueme said
on 4/24/2009 Well, I didn't mention that I tried the whole "cover his face with a towel and hug him" thing and it didn't work. He freaked out so bad, I used to pay a groomer or have the vet do it. Anyway, can you all suggest a nice moisturing shampoo for my chi-chi? And do any of you take your chihuahuas on motorcycle rides? Theo loves to ride with me! Onward, peeps... Be Well.
darlasueme said
on 4/24/2009 My lil guy, Theo, is 11 years old and I used to have THE WORST time trimming his nails until I watched the vet do it with his feet on the table and she just had a no-nonsense attitude and he surprised me by being so calm as I'd had a huge freakout before... So I tried it and he simply knows, if you talk to him calmly and just go for it, it's over in no time! I think they take that positive energy (attitude that "I'm going to get this done and you're going to let me")...So I actually was rewarded with teaching the old dog a new trick! It's more how calm you are and your positive attitude tells your lil guy he's able to trust you, as he does every other day of his life.
Vanessa B said
on 1/16/2009 I was an assistant dog groomer for a while and had no trouble with trimming dog's nails. I think the key is to not be afraid of making a mistake, stay confident, and stay patient! If you're calm and relaxed, your dog will sense it and learn to trust you. The more you do it, the more used to it he/she will get. :)
Cheryle Hoover Davis said
on 8/22/2007 I'll try this....my chi screams at the top of her lungs if she even SEES clippers...if the towel trick doesn't work, it's off to the groomer (which stresses her out, too).
magaritas said
on 6/29/2007 I have always been afraid that I would cut their nails too short so I have found a couple of places that only charge $5 for each chihuahua... for me, that's peace of mind and done in no time flat
Carolyn said
on 6/27/2007 Leew, it sounds like you have quite a wiggly chi. If she won't hold still enough for you even when wrapped in a towel you might need to think outside the box. Taking her for a walk daily on sidewalk or asphalt can help to grind down long nails. One thing we also do is have the vet trim the nails anytime they are put under anesthesia for any reason - typically this is during the annual teeth cleaning. Other than that, I would suggest spending time wrapping her up in a towel to snuggle without attempting to trim nails until she is used to it and holds still. Giving treats can help make it a happy experience too. Ease into playing with her feet until she's comfortable with that and hopefully she will be calm enough to try clipping the nails. I hope that helps!
leew said
on 6/25/2007 hon, this all sounds great for a normal chi, but my chi come from a byb and will not be still for anybody..thanks anyway...do you have any ideas for a chi that wont be still?