Trimming dog nails is one of those tasks most dog owners dread. Not only do you not want to harm the dog but some dogs do not appreciate the fact that you are trying to help them. Keeping a dogs nails trimmed make them more comfortable and safer while walk across such slick floors such as hardwood floors.
In nature this nail trimming is taken care of by normal wear caused by the abrasiveness of an animals environment. Domesticated animals are not usually subject to this harsh treatment.
So when should you trim a dog's nails? Just like humans different dogs nails grow at different rates but as general rule the dogs nails should be checked once a month. You can check them by observing the dog while it is standing. It's nails should not be touching the ground. If so, it is time for a trimming.
As stated before some dogs do not like having their nails trimmed and one of the reasons is that dogs by nature do not like having their paws touched. This is probably a leftover defensive reaction from their ancestors. One way to help them overcome this is to gently touch their feet when playing with them so they won't feel threatened.
The main thing to be aware of when trimming dog nails is to avoid cutting into the quick. With dogs whose nails are light colored this is not so much of a problem as it is with dark colored nails. The way to minimize cutting to deep is to take small cuts on the nail and inspect the end of the nail for a small dark circle. When you see this circle it is time to quit cutting.
You can minimize your pets discomfort by using technology. One new device available to today simply uses rotating emery bands which grind the dog's nails down smoothly. This avoids the crushing pressure put on the nail by standard nail clippers found today.About the Author:
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