Has anyone used this model to dremel a 60 lb. dog 's nails? Good or bad experience?
1977219
Yes, do two Labradors regularly and love the convenience of no cord! Works great! Aldo know a professional groomer that uses one which is where I got the recommendation from.
1977220
I also use it to trim my own nails, both finger and toes. Works great!I use the fine grit sand disk.Drs used to use these things for trimming toe nails but claimed it caused nail fungus and they stopped using them.However they used a hard rock grinder and not a fine sanding disk. I think this was the difference. I've had my Stylus 1100 since it first came out, which was in the late 90s, I think. It has never failed after hours of use. Only thing I see different compared to the new ones is the price. Mine cost about 60 bux when I purchased it. Now they are about 1/2 that with more accessories. Although I doubt the news ones are as well built as the one I have. Michael-- Deo Vindicabamur I also use it to trim my own nails, both finger and toes. Works great!I use the fine grit sand disk.Drs used to use these things for trimming toe nails but claimed it caused nail fungus and they stopped using them.However they used a hard rock grinder and not a fine sanding disk. I think this was the difference. I've had my Stylus 1100 since it first came out, which was in the late 90s, I think. It has never failed after hours of use. Only thing I see different compared to the new ones is the price. Mine cost about 60 bux when I purchased it. Now they are about 1/2... » Read More I also use it to trim my own nails, both finger and toes. Works great!I use the fine grit sand disk.Drs used to use these things for trimming toe nails but claimed it caused nail fungus and they stopped using them.However they used a hard rock grinder and not a fine sanding disk. I think this was the difference. I've had my Stylus 1100 since it first came out, which was in the late 90s, I think. It has never failed after hours of use. Only thing I see different compared to the new ones is the price. Mine cost about 60 bux when I purchased it. Now they are about 1/2 that with more accessories. Although I doubt the news ones are as well built as the one I have. Michael-- Deo Vindicabamur « Show Less
37315
I have a 60 lb golden and it works well for us. I hold the dew claw when inserting her paw to avoid harm. The rubber squeegee does come off as other reviewers have stated, but I just hold it in place while pulling out the paw so it's not a problem. My dog actually enjoys the process as long as I use warm water in chilly months.
1412650
I don't know how thick the nails are but I have two dogs and normal clippers won't cut their nails or if it did it splintered the end. These have worked great so far
831714
If you look carefully, it's not single hinged like a set of inexpensive pliers. It can cut up to 10-penny nails. Also,, the angled snipping head helps a lot. However, you will still end up with about 1/8th of an inch of exposed nail after snipping. It's the best one out there (I did extensive research before buying) & is much better then the lighter duty units (I have one of those). It has only one drawback: it cannot cut hardened screws (I know, because I tried).
278177
Absolutely - I have 2 Labrador Retrievers and have used the Trim Pet to care for their nails. I have had no issues. I have hunted my dogs over this past fall and winter. I need to use the Trim Pet to be sure the nails are short to help prevent the nails from catching ice while in the fields. No nails problems at all. I really like the file as it helped me repair issues with a couple of split nail ends due to this brutal winter cold and ice. Rest assured the trim pet is a great investment.
349562
Not sure, I didn't have it around animals but if it got punctured without any animals around I'm sure it's so cheap pet nails will puncture it.
312586
Oh no, this blade is super sharp and I would never use these trimmers on a dog's nails. You could do serious damage because they are not arched to fit a dog claw. P.S I am a nail tech and I use a dremmel file on low while holding each claw very firm to prevent vibration. Make sure the dremmel file is spinning upward/outward and start with a little off every week. I have my boyfriend hold our beagles while we do this. There is also a "pedi paw" you can get and that works ok but I prefer the dremmel tool because it is electric and spins faster but it does get hot! Use cardboard file cylinder bits found at the beauty supply or online. Oh no, this blade is super sharp and I would never use these trimmers on a dog's nails. You could do serious damage because they are not arched to fit a dog claw. P.S I am a nail tech and I use a dremmel file on low while holding each claw very firm to prevent vibration. Make sure the dremmel file is spinning upward/outward and start with a little off every week. I have my boyfriend hold our beagles while we do this. There is also a "pedi paw" you can get and that works ok but I prefer the dremmel tool because it is electric and spins faster but it does get hot! Use cardboard file... » Read More Oh no, this blade is super sharp and I would never use these trimmers on a dog's nails. You could do serious damage because they are not arched to fit a dog claw. P.S I am a nail tech and I use a dremmel file on low while holding each claw very firm to prevent vibration. Make sure the dremmel file is spinning upward/outward and start with a little off every week. I have my boyfriend hold our beagles while we do this. There is also a "pedi paw" you can get and that works ok but I prefer the dremmel tool because it is electric and spins faster but it does get hot! Use cardboard file cylinder bits found at the beauty supply or online. « Show Less
2226795
Sorry, I gave this as a "stocking stuffer" to my daughter who trims her dogs' nails. No idea. Isn't there manufacturer's contact info on the label? If not, you could do a computer search for them and get the customer services number or contact info.
2217576
Absolutely... The one I bought has a reset issue, but otherwise works great with up to 2inch nails. I load a half rack of nails instead of a full rack and that seems to help. I bought mine for $120. Well worth it!!!
165980
I have not used the dremel but it has two speeds and with fresh batteries it works very well. I don't know about it being all that quiet either,but it'd have to be silent for it not to upset my dog.
969688
I just purchased this dremel as in my move, I have lost the one I had which worked great. My old one came in a Blue canvas carrying case but I do not know which one the dremel was. I am looking for one that is like it. It was cordless and variable speed. The 7700-1/15 does not have enough power to do the dog's nails and it takes forever to do one dog. Can any one help figure out which dremel is like my old one?
1343311
I have had mine for about a year now and it is much more robust than other models. You cam use different shank sizes without changing out parts like other models since it has a standard chuck. It also doesn't bog down like other models. The handle doesnt get hot in your hand either and its mot as bulky as it looks Its quite comfortable. This is my third dremel brand rotery tool. The last two were high end dremels and this one is the best I have ever owned. I use mine for cutting/carving plastic, wood, metal and have used it on bone and it works great. I did replace the foot switch with a router speed control so i can swirch it on by hand a adjust the speed without getting a cramp in my leg. Hope this helps.
1684244
Why on earth would ANYONE use a rotary tool to trim their dog's nails?? USE CLIPPERS. Or better yet, walk your flippin dog every day, the sidewalk is the best nail trimmer you can think of. Walk your dog every day, you NEVER have to trim their nails. I have watched the look on dogs faces while their owners tried to trim their nails with a dremel. It is HORRIBLE. The dog doesn't know what a dremel is, or that you are trimming their nails. They view it as a medieval torture device, which is basically IS to a dog. It is TERRIFYING to them. People who trim their dogs' nails with a rotary device are horrible, lazy, selfish dog owners, PERIOD. Why on earth would ANYONE use a rotary tool to trim their dog's nails?? USE CLIPPERS. Or better yet, walk your flippin dog every day, the sidewalk is the best nail trimmer you can think of. Walk your dog every day, you NEVER have to trim their nails. I have watched the look on dogs faces while their owners tried to trim their nails with a dremel. It is HORRIBLE. The dog doesn't know what a dremel is, or that you are trimming their nails. They view it as a medieval torture device, which is basically IS to a dog. It is TERRIFYING to them. People who trim their dogs' nails with a rotary device... » Read More Why on earth would ANYONE use a rotary tool to trim their dog's nails?? USE CLIPPERS. Or better yet, walk your flippin dog every day, the sidewalk is the best nail trimmer you can think of. Walk your dog every day, you NEVER have to trim their nails. I have watched the look on dogs faces while their owners tried to trim their nails with a dremel. It is HORRIBLE. The dog doesn't know what a dremel is, or that you are trimming their nails. They view it as a medieval torture device, which is basically IS to a dog. It is TERRIFYING to them. People who trim their dogs' nails with a rotary device are horrible, lazy, selfish dog owners, PERIOD. « Show Less
1200401
I'm doing the same thing as Thomas. I have a 200+ Lb Great Dane and his claws are way too big to fit in any pet nail clipper. So I sand them down gently with the sanding drum. The box has held up just fine for over 3 years. The box is good but it's the bits that are great. Oh and we have two different dremels and one cordless off brand and they fit all 3.
1461266
I would not use it. There are other attachments for carpets that would work better. I would be afraid to bend the pins on the tool and ruin a great tool for dogs.
12173
It will of course depend on how big of a load you put on it but I can say we have had no problems. The Hitachi is more powerful than the dremel to begin with.
1250701
I don't know anything about big dogs. But I will say this, I had to take the guard off to use it on my little dog. Its the only way to get to the nail properly. If you let the nail get too long you still have to clip first.