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Dog Nail Trimmers: Suggested Types

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Summary: Discussion of the three basic types of nail trimmers on the market today. One thing is for sure, dogs hate to have their nails trimmed!

One thing that is almost universal is that dogs hate to have their nails trimmed! Therefore, it is an easy thing to neglect since most owners do not enjoy battling with their dog to get his or her nails trimmed. However, it is much easier to trim them a little at a time than to wait until your pet has overgrown nails. Keeping your pet’s nails trimmed is important.
Long nails can get damaged so easily which can lead to feet problems. If a long nail is ripped accidentally, the dog can get an infection or if they are too long your dog can go lame. A responsible pet owner keeps their pet’s nails trimmed.

There are three basic kinds of nail trimmers. The three types of nail trimmers include the following:

  1. Scissors
  2. Nail Clippers
  3. Nail Grinders
Nail clippers come in a wide range of prices and are the most commonly used. Nail grinders are electric, easy to use, and lightweight. Some owners/dogs prefer them over the clippers.

If you happen to trim a nail to short, styptic powders available that will stop the bleeding. They work fast and most are painless to the dog. Styptic powders or pads are a smart thing to have around. They instantly stop bleeding from broken nails to small cuts.

1-800-PetMeds has a Guillotine Nail Clipper available. They describe the product as, "No sweat to owner or pet for "at home" trimming. Spring loaded action and stainless steel blades make it easy. Comfort grip handle for ease of use prevents hand and wrist strain. Designed by specialists for the "at home" user. Hang hole makes for easy storage. Handle does not slip even when wet. Attractive design & easy use features make this an ideal grooming tool for the "at home" user. For medium and large dogs."
Ever have your dog start clawing on your glass sliding door to come back in the house within hours of just trimming his or her nails? PetSmart has a great solution to this age old problem. It is a revolutionary product called Soft Claws. They are nail caps for dogs. They come in various sizes.
We've included a link to PetSmart for the product 'Soft Claws'. They describe the product as, "A quick, simple and safe solution to help stop scratching problems and protect fabric and surfaces from claw damage. Includes 40 Nail Caps and 2 tubes of adhesive."
Other fine products available at PetSmart that come highly recommended include the Top Paw Nail Clippers Set and the Oster Nail Grinding Kit. Both of these products are shown below. "Keeping your dog's nails trimmed to the correct length will keep your pet more comfortable and is essential to his health and well-being. It is recommended that you trim your dog's nails every 4-6 weeks. The nail clippers features a nail guard that minimizes over cutting. Available in sizes to suit all dog breeds. Tip: Use a nail file immediately after trimming your dog's nails to remove any rough edges"


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