Is it possible I can cut my dogs nail too short and it would cause her to bleed?
2086898
i use these nail clippers for my cats and the clippers are wonderful. I have been told that for a dog you have to be more careful in cutting the nails because if you do cut the nails too short they can bleed and you would not want to do that. My best advise to you is to speak to your veterinarian about how short you should cut your dog's nails.
2086899
Yes, you need to be careful when cutting them. If you look at the back of the nail, you'll see a soft pink or black (depending of your dog's nail color) tissue/skin (called quick) that you shouldn't cut because your dog will bleed. Just be careful and cut little by little until you are close to the quick but not too close.
2086900
there is a gauge stop that pulls under clipper so you can not over cut the nail. and there is a lock to keep the clippers closed.
2086901
Yes you certainly can, I watched my vet cut our dogs nails first before I attemted to do it.....no problem now!
2086902
with any clippers yes- but just go slowly- it does have a nice nail guard and I have started doing once every week or so until they are normal- hers were long - these are really great clippers sharp and quick
2086903
Depending on how small your dog is and even if you use the guard on the clipper, yes, you could still cut the nail too short (into the quick) and cause bleeding.
2086904
Depends on the color of the dogs nails and length at time of cutting as you may not be able to see the quik. Using the guide is beneficial as you only cut small portions at a time. If you are not careful you could cause bleeding.
2086905
Unlikely with the guard. Anything is possible. I dont use the guard and just eye ball it and i havent had a problem. Start with the guard on and you'll see it doesnt take too much off the nail.
1671820
if you can get the nail into it then yes. If it will not fit under the trimmer I would take to a dog groomer and get it trimmed. this clipper is wonderful, we were paying $10 a month so it has paid for itself. I recommend getting styptic powder in case you go too far in cutting your dogs nails. just something good to have around.
1530633
YES! It's as easy as any clippers are. I can't imagine it being any easier. YouTube "how to clip dog nails" The most difficult thing is not clipping too short and getting the quick of the nail. The quick is where vascular tissue is inside the nail. If you clip too much, you will get the quick and your dog may bleed a bit. Think like you trimmed your own nails to much. Just go easy, not too much.
789420
Yes. You have to unscrew the black protective ring that is on the end of the trimmer and your nail guard will screw on where you removed this black ring. Hope this helps. I use this on my yellow lab and he really doesnt mind it at all....as long as there is a treat afterwards!
1462982
My dog is short-haired and very active, and the nail caps don't seem to bother or impede her in any way! I would imagine they would bother my other dog quite a bit, because he will not tolerate any contact with his paws. That's probably a better indicator of whether the caps would bother your dog.
861697
I had a little guy jerk his head while I was trimming around his ears...it nipped him. That is the only time it has actually cut anyone for me and it didn't cause him to bleed. I hope this helps.
349565
I think a smaller dog might be ok, but anything medium sized or larger will definitely be able to puncture it with its nails.
2224449
I have not had any problems using this product on my dog. I just took a couple of days and let him get used to the noise etc. before trying to trim his nails. I suggest you do the same with a cat. Just let the trimmer slowly be smelled and examined by the pet and then let them hear the noise it makes before ever trying to trim the nails.
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
871460
Take tweezers and peel it off and place it on the nail how you like it and then take tiny scissors and cut just a little shorter than the nail. You can look it up on Youtube and someone there will show how to use it
897433
i am not sure but if i were you i wouldn't buy it , it is dangerous. i sliced a piece of my nail off and thought i was being careful. i know someone who ended up in the ER with bleeding that wouldn't stop. this thing is dangerous.
894618
Absolutely yes. Dogs nails are actually fairly soft. I drag a steel jack around on this floor and can see marking, but very superficial. Just make sure that the floor is completely cured before you introduce traffic (dog or otherwise) and you will be fine.
555520
It may not be an issue as my dog made short work of it. It didn't last long at all.
1632524
Probably not. My dogs wouldn't tolerate having something on their nails and chewed them off. All dogs are different If your dogs dig alot the caps will Most likely come off as they are just a soft rubber held on with cyanoacrylate (super glue) Hope this helps.
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.
174844
Depends on how sharp your dogs nails are. My dog sleeps on it and its fine but he doesn't purposely claw at it. Like any other bed it will tear if he/she claws at or digs at it.
2042013
They are ok for small dogs, I use these on my imaal terrier. Also, I used them on my german shepherd puppy but she was already quite big. Lastly, most puppies don't need their nails cut, just filed down.