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Trimming And Caring For Your Dogs Nails
If you want to keep the nails of your dog in an excellent condition, you should make sure that they are trimmed frequently. Should your dog get the chance to get lots of exercise on a cement area, they will get the opportunity to wear their nails down naturally. But as dogs become older and les active they will require special care when it comes to their nails.
Usually, the nails of your dog should be trimmed once every two weeks, and especially when they start to touch the floor. When you hear a clicking sound when your dog walks, you will know that their nails are too long and require a trimming. In addition to having big nail clippers, you should also have some styptic powder on hand when cutting the nails of your dog.
If you cut the nail of your dog too short, styptic powder is just what you need. There runs a blood vessel into the nail bed of your dog, and it is known as the quick, and acts as the blood supply to the nail of your dog. Should you cut the tip of the quick, it will start to bleed immediately.
To stay on the safe side you should only cut the hook of the nail until you become more confident in doing this. In most cases a small cut to the quick of the nail will stop bleeding by itself. Styptic powder will also help to stop any bleeding that might occur, but if it does not apply some pressure with powder.
If you are afraid of cutting the nails of your dog, you can always take your dog to you local vet or to a professional dog groomer. They will cut the nails of your dog for a minimal fee. Whenever you cut the nails of your dog, make sure that you do not cut it to much or into the quick. This will be a very painful experience for your dog.
By trimming the nails of your dog on a regular basis will help to maintain good health and hygiene in your dog. If their nails are short, it will also not get caught on your carpets or on any furniture in your home. Your dog will also be more comfortable with short nails.
You should also be glad to know that there are wide variety of nail clippers and trimmers on the market that you can help to keep the nails of your dog short and neat.
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