Thanks so much for the info; it will come in handy for sure.
Your friend
Bridget
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>Reply-To: mol-cancer@lists.meds.com
>To: mol-cancer@lists.meds.com
>Subject: [MOL] Nail Trimming
>Date: Tue, 3 Oct 2000 13:29:57 EDT
>
>eHow to Trim a Dog's Nails by Shelly Bellamy
>
>Your dog's nails should just touch the ground when she walks. If her nails
>are clicking on the floor or getting snagged in the carpet, it's time for a
>pedicure.
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> Steps:
>1. Choose the type of clippers to use. This depends on the size of your
>dog,
>the thickness of her nails and how often they'll need trimming. ( Image a.)
>2. Make sure the clippers are sharp. Pliers-type clippers work well.
>3. Start at the tip of the nail and snip a little at a time. When you can
>see
>a little bit of moisture, stop clipping. ( Image b.)
>4. Avoid cutting into the quick, which is located inside the nail and
>composed of blood vessels. The best way to avoid this is to trim your dog's
>nails regularly so that you remove only tiny amounts of nail at a time,
>making it easier to avoid the quick. (Longer nails mean longer quicks.)
>5. Be careful when cutting dark nails because the quick is difficult to
>see.
>6. Dab styptic powder, flour or cornstarch onto the cut if the quick is
>accidentally cut and bleeds.
>7. Avoid wiping the blood clot off the tip of the nail once the bleeding
>has
>stopped.
>8. Give your pet some treats after trimming.
>9. Trim nails once or twice a month. The quick will lengthen if you don't
>trim the nail regularly, and long nails can cause traction problems or
>become
>ingrown. ( Image c.)
>
>click photos to enlarge
> a.
> b.
> c.
>
>
>
>
> Tips:
> If you have not cut your dog's nails since she was a puppy or you're
>uncomfortable with the task, ask your veterinarian or groomer to
>demonstrate
>proper nail trimming or do it for you.
> You can use a Dremel tool for larger dogs, if your pet can tolerate
>vibrations. However, be very cautious, or you could injure yourself or the
>dog.
> Guillotine-type clippers are less effective for thicker nails.
>
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