How to trim dog nails that are too long?

Buy good quality trimmers that are sharp and designed for the correct size dog. They should be concave at the cutting edge, to avoid crushing the nail. Blunt or poor quality trimmers will split the nail. If the nails aren't that long but are sharp you can simply file them or use a pumice stone to take off the tips. read more

Since your dog's nails are overgrown, get styptic powder to stop the bleeding. If your mom won't buy you that, get regular kitchen flour and use it to stop the bleed. You can do this, and really your dog needs nail trimming more than most people are willing to go to the groomer. read more

If your dog's nails are very long and the quick is very close to the tip of the nail, you may have no other choice than simply trimming the very tip of the nail to avoid bleeding and pain. Ask your vet or groomer to show you how much you can cut for the very first times. read more

Nail trimming and grooming are activities that are often feared by both dogs and owners. The best way to calm your fears is to ask your Vet or a professional groomer to train you in the proper techniques for nail trimming. The best way to calm your dog’s fears is to train it from a very young age to be comfortable with the process. read more