Hello Everyone,Today, We are going to look at nail clipping for your dog. This topic comes up regularly.
So... How do you clip your dog's nails?
============================== Your dog's toenails require regular care. Clipping their nails every month or two is a great habit to get
into. It's true that some dogs need their nails clipped less frequently
as they wear them down naturally from walking on hard surfaces. Regular clipping is more for smaller dogs that get only a little
exercise. THE FIRST STEP involves selecting a nail trimming tool for dogs
(see you local pet shop).
Get your dog used to having their feet and toes handled. For
example, while relaxing, hold and manipulate your dog's paws. Familiarize your dog with the nail trimmer before attempting to
clip the nails.
Try gently tapping the trimmer on the nails, and holding the
trimmer while holding your dog. While familiarizing your dog with the nail trimmer, offer praise
and treats to build a positive association. Continue this familiarization process on a daily basis until your
dog gets completely comfortable with the nail clipping tool; this
is a vital step, as it will undo any negative associations the dog
may hold as a result of bad nail clipping experiences in the past. WHEN READY.. clip one nail to start. Then clip two nails at a time. A few days later, clip three nails at a time. Do not try to clip
all the dog's nails at once the first time you do it, or this will
cause fear and a struggle during nail clipping. Continue to reward your dog during and after nail cuttings. It helps greatly to have a helper.
If you accidentally "quick" the dog's nail (cut the dog's nail too
short), causing bleeding - apply styptic powder or corn starch to
stop the bleeding. Do not react with fright or concern - keep your
tone light and happy. If your dog appears uncomfortable or starts to resist nail
trimmings, back off and resume the familiarization process. NEVER hold a dog down to clip his nails. Never try to trim a dog's nails while they are asleep either. This
will cause your dog to become fearful and the bad experience will
cause the dog to develop a negative association with nail trimming. This negative association is what causes feelings of fear to arise
in the dog, resulting in resistance and struggles during nail
trimmings. In short, you can can get your dog to tolerate nail trimmings by
conditioning the dog to associate nail trimmings with good,
positive experiences (i.e. treats, attention and praise.)
So... How do you clip your dog's nails?
============================== Your dog's toenails require regular care. Clipping their nails every month or two is a great habit to get
into. It's true that some dogs need their nails clipped less frequently
as they wear them down naturally from walking on hard surfaces. Regular clipping is more for smaller dogs that get only a little
exercise. THE FIRST STEP involves selecting a nail trimming tool for dogs
(see you local pet shop).
Get your dog used to having their feet and toes handled. For
example, while relaxing, hold and manipulate your dog's paws. Familiarize your dog with the nail trimmer before attempting to
clip the nails.
Try gently tapping the trimmer on the nails, and holding the
trimmer while holding your dog. While familiarizing your dog with the nail trimmer, offer praise
and treats to build a positive association. Continue this familiarization process on a daily basis until your
dog gets completely comfortable with the nail clipping tool; this
is a vital step, as it will undo any negative associations the dog
may hold as a result of bad nail clipping experiences in the past. WHEN READY.. clip one nail to start. Then clip two nails at a time. A few days later, clip three nails at a time. Do not try to clip
all the dog's nails at once the first time you do it, or this will
cause fear and a struggle during nail clipping. Continue to reward your dog during and after nail cuttings. It helps greatly to have a helper.
If you accidentally "quick" the dog's nail (cut the dog's nail too
short), causing bleeding - apply styptic powder or corn starch to
stop the bleeding. Do not react with fright or concern - keep your
tone light and happy. If your dog appears uncomfortable or starts to resist nail
trimmings, back off and resume the familiarization process. NEVER hold a dog down to clip his nails. Never try to trim a dog's nails while they are asleep either. This
will cause your dog to become fearful and the bad experience will
cause the dog to develop a negative association with nail trimming. This negative association is what causes feelings of fear to arise
in the dog, resulting in resistance and struggles during nail
trimmings. In short, you can can get your dog to tolerate nail trimmings by
conditioning the dog to associate nail trimmings with good,
positive experiences (i.e. treats, attention and praise.)
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