How to cut BLACK nails on a WIGGLY dog, by The Pet Specialist on YouTube. 1 min 37 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 37 s
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 6
What you need
Steps
Gather sharp dog nail clippers, styptic powder, treats, a towel or non-slip mat and a clean cloth. Work in bright light so you can see the nail ends clearly.
Ask a helper to hold your dog steady, or place the dog on a non-slip mat. Pet and treat your dog before you touch a paw.
Hold one paw firmly but gently and press the pad to extend a nail. Take thin slices off the tip at a time, not one large cut.
Cut small slivers and check the cut end often. Stop when you see a gray or white chalky center with a dark dot, which marks the quick.
If a nail bleeds, press styptic powder onto the tip with a clean cloth for a few seconds. Keep your dog calm and quiet.
Reward your dog and take a short break after each paw. For a very wiggly dog, trim one or two nails at a time and finish later.
Tips and common mistakes
Black nails hide the quick, so make several tiny cuts instead of one big cut.
Keep styptic powder within reach before you start in case a nail bleeds.
Do not rush a wiggly dog. Short sessions with treats are safer than forcing all paws at once.
Replace dull clippers because crushed nails are harder to judge and more painful.
Questions
How do I find the quick on a black dog nail?
Look at the cut end after each small slice. A gray or white chalky center with a dark dot means you are close to the quick, so stop there.
What should I do if I cut the quick?
Press styptic powder onto the bleeding tip with a clean cloth for a few seconds. Keep your dog calm and call your vet if bleeding does not stop.
How often should I trim my dog's nails?
Most dogs need a trim every three to four weeks. Ask your vet or groomer if you are unsure about your dog's nail length.
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