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Auspetian

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posted 05-17-2003 10:49 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Auspetian     Edit/Delete Message
One activity that many dogs hate is getting their toenails trimmed. Let’s face it, as a kid did you like it when your parents would cut your toenails? No. Because it hurt. Or so you thought.


That’s exactly how it is with dogs, too. They think it’s a dreadful activity. And unless you can convince them otherwise, it always will be an awful experience for both owner and dog. There is a trick to it, believe it or not. There’s a way you can actually make your dog not mind getting his toenails trimmed.


The best kind of clippers to use for your dog’s toes are pet clippers. There is a special kind of clipper on the market that makes a clean swipe on their claws. If you use the same clippers that you use for your fingers and toes, the clippers will pinch the nails of your pet. That’s not good. That’s what causes the pain. When you cut the nail of your dog’s toe, be sure not to take too much. You want only to clip off a tiny bit at the tip. Clip only up to where the nail starts curving upward.


If you clip too much of your dog’s toenail, you might clip the pink vein you likely can see inside his nail. If you hit that area, he’ll bleed profusely. Use some dry powder to stop the bleeding.


When you’re trying to teach your dog to get used to getting his toenails clipped, first let him get used to the sound of the clippers. As you tempt your dog with a treat or with his favorite human food, just snap the clippers a few times. Let him get used to the sound. You’ll also want to be sure to let your dog get used to you grabbing his paws in positive times. When you’re praising your dog, be sure to grab his paws and be happy about it. Then one time when you’re praising your dog, clip two of his nails. Just two. To get used to getting them cut. Don’t rush it, especially if your dog doesn’t like it. Eventually you’ll be able to clip all your dog’s nails, and he won’t mind at all.

[This message has been edited by Auspetian (edited 05-17-2003).]

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