Nail clipper opinions? - Page 1

Either one are fine-provided they are of sufficient size and quality. One (1) thing that is used by many people is a power tool called a "Dremel" which is essentially a small, hand-held electric grinder. The nails can be sanded after trimming so there are no sharp edges, or they can be trimmed and finished with the Dremel. Now, the dog must be willing to remain still while this is done, and for many dogs (including my pack) the simple clipper is best.

Best Regards,

Bob-O

I've used a Dremel tool on all of my guys for many years.

Guillotine clippers are awful for large dogs with thick nails. The blade can break. Go with a pair of Millers Forge plier style clippers.  A dremel is great, too.

Travel Time, You can use the old type of snippers.Just know where the quick is in the nail of the dog.Just like you trim your nails.I rarely have to trim my dogs except for one on her front feet.Any snipper will work niceley.You dont have to buy a fancy brand.But be sure that you are buying the right size snipper.If you have never done this before..ask a friend to help you or your vet.This will not hurt your dog.In ref to large thick nails..If the individual has access to water other than drinking water..and they like to stand in it..splash in it.This softens the nails if you need to trim or dremel.

Has anyone ever tried that new nail clipper that is advertised on t.v? Here is the website www.peticure.com/ Hope this link works. I for one have a hard time nail trimming, but also don't want to spend $30 to get 2 of my dog's done either.

Travel Time, I don't know if your dogs feet have been handled...to go through all of the time taking dremels etc. I am guessing not and thats okay.Its best to just snip and not pro-long the event.Do you know how to look for the quik in the nail?Do you know what to do if you cut into the quik?Basic trimmers have been around for years and now they are being shunned as cruel.BULL! Kelly M Shaw, I looked at the "AD" for a new type of yet another device.Well someone has to create something  for sales.I don't put them down as this may be their livelyhood.Nail trimming is easy.It just takes a few moments.Can someone post a scematic(sp) of a dogs nail PLEASE!!!(structure of nail) Thanks in advance.Candace

The plier like ones!  If you have a dog with very long nails you can trim very close on every side and in theory the quick will retract if you do this obsessively (2-3 Xs a week?).  Of course this may be tormenting for many dogs but no more clicking.