I and many others have found Dremeling dog nails to be a great
alternative to clipping them. It is not surprising that many
dogs react badly to nail clipping. Even if you do not cut
painfully into the quick, the motion of clipping still pinches
the nerve, which can be uncomfortable and even frightening for
any dog. Dremeling is a great way to maintain healthy nails, and
to lessen stress for everyone involved. You don't have to be a
professional to do a good job, but there are some important
steps involved in Dremeling nails. If done correctly, your dog
will be much safer and more comfortable. I Dremel nails
once a week. If you are just discovering Dremeling and your dog
has long nails, you can Dremel more often (every 4 days) until
the quick retreats to a healthier length.
Put your Dremel on a low
speed. Hold up one paw, select a nail, and push any stray fur
away from it. While supporting the nail between your fingers,
touch the sander against the nail, and then retreat. Never leave
the sander touching a single spot on a nail for more than a
second. The goal is to smooth little sections off, while never
putting enough friction on the nail to create any heat. That is
why using a Dremel that has variable speeds is very handy for
safety, because the slower the speed, the longer it takes to
build friction, and the more control you have. You do not want
to warm up the nail, or worse yet, burn it. As long as you never
put pressure, smooth the sander along the nail, and never remain
in one spot more than a second or two, you will do just fine.
The best way to Dremel nails is to focus on one paw at a time,
rotating between all of its toes.
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Cooking a batch for freezing in Tupperware to throw in the
training bag.
Leave
it on the dogs teeth to soften the
plaque. Then brush their teeth the next day. OR
Just can't stop bad breath.
