Trimming Dog Nails - Part 2

In the last part of Trimming Dog Nails, we looked at the three common dog nail trimmers available and which ones are best for different sizes and breeds when trimming dog nails. In summation of the last part, make sure that you use a sharp dig nil trimmer as a dull dog nail trimmer can pinch the nail and cause discomfort. Having a pet nail file handy is also a good idea. In this part of Trimming Dog Nails we will look at some extra tools and equipment that you might consider getting for your dog to make the trimming easier.

The two things that you will want to keep handy as you go for trimming dog nails are styptic powder and dog treats. A dog nail has more capillaries coming in that human nails, and as such even as small mishap while trimming dog nails where the the nail is cut short can lead to a lot of bleeding. Applying some styptic powder will help stop the bleeding quickly and safely. While this little problem with trimming dog nails might seem really big because of the massive blood flow, it really isn't as painful as it looks. Some dog treats will help distract your dog from the bleeding foot and at times it might seem that your dog doesn't even care that he/she is bleeding.

Dog treats also help train the dog, and session of trimming dog nails where your dog behaves well should be rewarded with some treats. At the same time, don't hesitate from punishing the dog if it is especially fussy when trimming dog nails. This will help condition the dog to be more calm and be groomed easily and without any troubles.

Okay, so what is all the fuss about? Why do I even need to keep up with trimming dog nails?