How to Grind Dog Nails with a Dog Nail Grinder

Dog nail grinders are used widely by dog groomers, and are now popular with dog owners for home dog nail care. If you have a large dog with thick nails, you know that typically dog nail clippers break or crack nails. Nail grinders work more safely, quickly, and effectively to keep your dog's nails trim.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog nail grinder
  • Towel
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Instructions

    • 1

      Familiarize your dog with the grinder before attempting to grind the dog's nails. The new tool could frighten your dog. Turn it on and let your dog check it out a few times.

    • 2

      Position your dog where you can access all four paws easily. I prefer to have my dog lay on the floor on her side.

    • 3

      Place a towel under the paw you will be working on. As you grind, the towel will collect the dust from the nails. The towel is also handy to wipe dust from the paws, the grinder, and your hands.

    • 4

      Hold your dog's paw firmly and use your fingers to isolate one nail. Hold the nail firmly to prevent movement while grinding.

    • 5

      Turn on the grinder. Move the tip back and forth across the tip of the nail until the nail is trimmed to the desired length. Be very careful that you do not grind the nail to the quick. Exposing the quick will cause your dog pain and can cause excessive bleeding.

    • 6

      Continue grinding each nail on the paw.

    • 7

      Repeat steps 3-6 for each paw.