[nagdu] nail trimming was Worlds best pet store + dog grooming = wicked amazing!

[Hannah Chadwick]

Thank you Julie. I'll definitely look in to it :)

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From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
Of Julie J.
Sent: Monday, February 20, 2012 9:45 AM
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Subject: Re: [nagdu] nail trimming was Worlds best pet store + dog grooming
= wicked amazing!

Hannah,

I use two different tools, a traditional nail trimmer and the PediPaws nail
grinder.

First the traditional nail clippers.  I've tried several
brands/quality/styles.  I'd highly recommend spending the money for some
really good clippers.  The cheap ones either won't work at all or will 
crush and splinter the nail.   I think the kind I'm using right now cost 
around $15 and should last at least for the next 10 years.  You can usually
buy replacement blades for the more high quality clippers, but by the time I
need a replacement blade, I've forgotten what brand I have or where I got
them.

Anyhow, the way I trim nails is to position the nail in the hole made by the
open clipper blades.  I use a finger on the tip of the nail to check how
much is poking through, which is how much will be trimmed off.  I generally
go a tiny bit at a time, preferring to make repeat cuts if necessary rather
than risking taking off too much.  I have trimmed too short before.

The second method is some sort of grinder.  Several people on this list use
grinders.  Tracy comes to mind.  she has a much more powerful grinder and
can get the job done very quickly.  I have the PediPaws.  It 
does eventually get the job done, but you have to be patient.   With a 
grinder you basically rub or swipe the end of the nail to take off the
desired amount of material.

Different people prefer different methods as do the dogs.  the nail grinder
makes a bit of noise and will vibrate the nail.  I used a bit of hot dog to
get both of my dogs used to this.  I don't think it's their 
favorite thing in the world, but they don't fuss either.   I find the 
traditional clippers faster, but they require more skill and they leave 
a sharp edge.   Belle doesn't mind the regular clippers so much.  I tend 
to use them more when I can immediately take her for a walk on cement, which
wears off the sharp edges.

HTH
Julie

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