Ask our staff if you are interested in learning how to properly trim your pet's nails at home or call to schedule an
appointment for a nail trim.
For more details on preparing a puppy or even an older
dog for nail trims and the tools to use, see our earlier article here.
The vet said if he doesn't get them down in the next few weeks by himself, then we may be looking at putting him under anesthesia
just for a nail trim.
Many places charge more
for nail trims on hard dogs - and over time, working with your dog could save a lot of money in difficult dog charges.
My dogs both go
in for nail trims, anal gland expressing, as well as getting their eyes and ears cleaned on a monthly basis.
Many owners of small pets don't know the best way to keep their pets well groomed, so store staff can demonstrate the proper way to hold
pets for nail trimming and the best combs and brushes to use for different lengths and textures of fur.
Cats that are unruly or that try to bite should be taken to a groomer or
veterinarian for nail trimming in order to prevent injury to both you and the cat.
During the patient's next
visit for a nail trim, the technician will have an initial plan for care and the client will be impressed with your thoughtfulness.
After a low - stress nail trim using gentle handling and high - value treats, it is gratifying to hear an owner say, «Bringing my dog
for a nail trim used to be so stressful that I would avoid it.
I love it that after a year and a half of full
sedation for nail trims on our dog's permanently injured paw, the vet techs can now trim his nail with zero sedation as they have gotten to know him so well.
These dogs often object to being restrained —
as for nail trims — and the aggression can gets worse with punishment or confrontation.
If you have any questions, or do schedule a time to bring your pet
by for a nail trimming, contact us anytime.
Many veterinary clinics remove the patient from the
owner for nail trims, blood draws, and even ear cleanings.
Lindsey, who has cats and ferrets, loves teaching her family and friends «fear - free»
methods for nail trims, ear cleanings, and behavior modification; and she enjoys exploring the Annapolis area.
As a young veterinarian, I would wonder why owners would cling to their elderly dogs, asking
only for a nail trim and refusing an exam.
If you think that your pet bird might be
ready for a nail trim, then read through the information below to learn about what you can look for to help you determine when the time is right.
Book appointments
online for nail trims, scent gland cleanings, and Home Health Checks at For Other Living Things.
Henry doesn't require much grooming beyond the occasional bath and brushing (
except for nail trims, and I bring him to a professional with experience with reactive dogs for that since he has some sort of trauma regarding his feet from his past life), but I know I would love to learn how to do a «real» grooming!