Nail Clipping

 

Trimming an animal’s nails is essential to its grooming routine. Untrimmed nails leave dogs vulnerable to painful broken nails. Ingrown nails are also a danger when nails are not properly maintained and can create immense discomfort to your pet. There are circumstances where we would advise owners to seek medical advice from your vet, therefore we would recommend regular trimming.

As a guide, if your dog’s nails click against hard floors, they are worth considering to clip.

The 'quick' is a blood vessel that runs down the middle of your dog's nail. It grows as the nail grows, so if you wait a long time between cuttings, the quick will be closer to the end of the nail. This means more likelihood of bleeding during trimming and preferable to avoid.