Grooming Tools
How often should you trim your dog's nails? Well, it depends. Some dogs need their nails trimmed every three weeks while others can go six to eight weeks between cuts. City dogs and dogs that frequently walk on sidewalks and asphalt wear their nails down as they walk, so they need less trimming. Indoor dogs, and breeds like Dachshunds and Bassets, may need to have their nails groomed more often. As a rule, if you can hear your dog's nails "click" when he walks, they need to be trimmed. Trimming your dog's nails is important to his comfort and good health. Overgrown nails can cause problems like: * Ingrown nails * Torn bleeding nails * Splayed toes (deformed feet) * Bone and joint problems * Hip and back problems Trimming your dog's nails is a must. But often, it is a stressful and unpleasant task for both you and your dog. We asked our dog owners to tell us what they dislike most about trimming their dog's nails. Here's what we learned. * Most people said their dogs made it difficult. Whether their dogs were scared or simply uncooperative, it was hard to safely trim their nails while struggling to restrain them. * Pain and bleeding are a common complaint. There is a blood vessel running through your dog's nails called "the quick". You can usually see it, except on dark-colored nails. When you cut into the quick, the nail bleeds. This is painful for your dog and it can also be a little scary for you. * Painful cuts make dogs fearful of nail trimming. So they struggle and resist, making a tough job even tougher. Some dogs hated having their nails trimmed so much that they actually bite their owners. It's not surprising that most dog owners would rather not cut their dog's nails. But professional nail trimming can get expensive. Many of the pet owners who groom their dog's nails at home prefer to use a nail-grinder instead of clippers. It's easier and safer. Grinders don't cut off large pieces of nail. They file it away in thin layers so it's easier to control the amount of nail being removed, and there is almost no risk of painful bleeding. Recently, my staff and I compared some pet nail-grinding tools. We wanted to find out which grinder was best, and we chose Gentle Paws. This rechargeable nail-grooming tool is powerful, safe and easy to use. It lets you do the job quickly and easily because it's up to 5 times faster than other nail grinders. And it gives you the most value for your money. It has a professional motor with 2 operating speeds for better control. And the design of its safety guard is better than other grinders (the holes where you insert the dog's nail are spaced much better). Gentle Paws is made to perform dependably for years to come. Other pet nail grinders simply cannot compare to the quality and durability of the Gentle Paws grinder. It really takes the worry out of a tough job and makes it easy.
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Untrimmed nails can curl and grow into your dog's footpads. Just walking can cause pain because it is difficult for your dog to put his full weight on his feet. If your dog cannot walk correctly, bone and joint problems can result. So it's really important to keep up with trimming or grinding your dog's nails.
One more thing - when you start, be patient so your dog will get used to the grinder. Do a little at a time and reward your dog for his good behavior!
Until next time,
Dr. Jon
P.S. If you go to a groomer or vet to get your dog's nails trimmed, Gentle Paws can save you a LOT of money. And it makes it easy to trim your dog's nails yourself. If you'd like to get one for your dog, check out this offer at Amazon.com.
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The AirForce Twin Turbo Super High Velocity Dryer produces an amazing amount of drying power and conveniently mounts to a wall. Two side by side all steel bodies, each with a two stage 4.0 PHP motor which runs at 26370 RPM. The motor turbines deliver 61000 FPM of air flow. Includes 10ft heavy duty hose, heavy duty blower nozzle and air flare. This product ships oversize and requires an additional charge which will be added to your order. $410.99 |
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The Wahl Pet Detailer Corded Trimmer is an exceptionally powerful rotary motor trimmer. No other corded clipper can compare in power and cutting ability. It has the power of a clipper in the size of a trimmer. 5700 SPM blade speed. 5" small, weighs only 6.7 ounces, precision ground #0 blade, durable plastic and chrome housings, 6 snap on attachment guide combs, manufactured in the USA. Our price $63.99 |
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The HydroSurge Rapid Bath dog bathing system is the fast, easy, enjoyable and convenient way to wash your dog at home. This all-in-one bathing solution provides a therapeutic, relaxing massage for your dog! $49.99 |
 | The Chris Christensen Purple Ionic Brass and Nylon brushes are made with solid brass inner bristles to distribute natural oils. The outer row of purple, nylon bristles smooth the hair. The beautiful handle on this brush is a light-weight yet extremely durable ash wood. This brush feels extremely comfortable in your hand! The Purple Ionic Brass and Nylon brush is made for short coated breeds and hand-stripped wire coated breeds. $35.00 |
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This 8-piece kit includes spiral curry comb, massage curry, mini rubber curry, mane and tail comb, hoof pick, mud brush, everyday brush, and finishing brush. All fit neatly into the zippered Cordura nylon carrying case with adjustable strap. Black with Gray Trim. $34.99 |
 10 Piece Grooming Set
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<<< click on the picture All you need for grooming in a convenient, all-in-one bucket! This practical 10-piece collection of supplies from Tough-1® includes a hay net, hoof pick, large comb, sweat scraper, small comb, sarvis brush, two-sided scrub mitt, medium brush and sponge. Available in colors purple, black and royal blue (shown) $18.99 |
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The Pet Dental Battery Operated Toothbrush with pivoting cleaning head and soft nylon bristles effectively cleans teeth and helps remove bacteria, plaque and tartar. The ultra quiet operation is pet friendly and provides a fast and effective way to providing your pet with important oral hygiene. $13.99 |
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Great new look. Stiff durable bristles remove dirt with less effort. Ergonomic design and comfort grip help reduce hand fatique. $11.49 |
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The Safari Self Cleaning Slicker for Cat is easy to use. With the touch of a button, the pins retract, hair falls away and the pad can be wiped clean. Reposition the button and you're ready to go again. The comfort grip handle and stainless steel pins provide excellent grooming results with minimal effort. $9.49 |
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The Safari Cat Comb helps break up mats and remove tangles. It features a sturdy, comfortable wooden handle and its smooth rounded teeth make it gentle to the skin. For heavily matted coats, use with a Safari slicker brush. $9.49 |
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Remove loose hair and control shedding with this wooden handled cat shedding comb from Safari. $9.49 |
 | This Safari Flea Comb for Cats has an extended handle for more comfortable grooming. Grooming is an essential part of keeping your pet clean and healthy. One product that is essential for every household with pets is a flea comb. This comb can be used to make sure flea control products are working properly. In addition, the closely spaced teeth on a flea comb allow you to examine the overall condition of the coat. Dry skin that may appear after bathing is easily detected when using this flea comb. For pets with skin afflictions, dried blood collected in the fine teeth of this comb will alert you that your pet may have a rash, sore or other problem. $5.49 |
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These Li'l Pals Nail Trimmers are specially designed for kittens. Especially for those cats that remain indoors. $4.99 |
 | Triple-Pet EZ Dog Fingerbrush Dog Toothbrush is great for all breeds and is an extremely safe and easy way to brush your dog's teeth. Fingerbrush has soft rubber bristles and circular base that easily fits into your palm for easy, comfortable brushing. The rubber bristles are ideal for plaque removal and the Fingerbrush is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. Offered in assorted colors. Please allow us to select for you. $3.99 |
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Ideal for shedding. Removes loose hair, dust and dirt. $2.99 |
 | The Aluminum Pulling Comb with Pick is small but mighty. Designed with a sturdy aluminum skeleton, it is nearly unbreakable. It measures 6 ½”, is extremely lightweight and easy to manage. Simply wrap a few mane hairs and remove with a swift tug, ideally after exercise when the horse’s pores are open and muscles are relaxed. The curved handle is designed for easy gripping. The pick helps comb through for unwanted ticks and pests. Keep your horse happy and clean with this simple tool that slides into a back pocket. Assorted colors. $1.99 |
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