Home Based Dog Training

Clipping of nails is one of the troublesome but vital parts in dog’s training. A nail cut too short is very painful for the dog and may restrain him from taking up the activity in future. Almost all dogs need to get their nails cut at least once in a month. Nail trimming requirement may vary depending upon the breed. When the toe nails start to touch the surface, it signals the time for clipping.

It is always beneficial if you make yourself well trained in cutting the dog’s nails appropriately, under the supervision of a local vet or a professional groomer. Always, the vets give all necessary information about what kind of clippers to be used for specific breeds. Some of the breeds naturally wear down dried ended nails and thus require minimal grooming. But some notorious breeds need clipping twice a month to maintain the nails.

The nail clipping activity should be introduced to dog as early as possible. Many grown up dogs do not let their owners or vets touch their toes easily. The job should be dealt with immense care and concentration. The knowledge of the correct tool required for the purpose is very necessary. For larger breeds that have big toe nails, a sturdy claw cutter works best.  

To begin with the process, call upon your dog and give him the command to lie down or sit, which ever way you are comfortable in clipping. The pink area of the nails is the live one that has blood vessels running through. The nail area beyond that which is usually white in colour, should be clipped from underneath instead of cutting it from top to bottom. Hold the cutter firmly, position it excluding the pink area, do not let any stress come over your face and finally squeeze hard! That is all, your job is done. To make your dog motion less throughout the process, make use of lot of cuddles, praises commands and treats!

Always keep a quick stop powder near you while cutting your dog’s nail. If accidentally the nail starts to bleed, you can immediately dip a tissue in quick stop powder and apply on the effected area. It immediately stops the blood. If you do not have the supply, keep a close watch on the wound. The blood should get clot within five to seven minutes. If not, do not waste a single second and give your vet a call.