How do I Prevent Scratches in Hardwood Floors From Dog Nails?

Dog owners often choose hardwood over carpet for flooring because it is easier to maintain and does not show stains as easily as carpet. However, sharp or thick dog claws can damage hardwood floors, causing unattractive scratch marks, and the larger the dog, the more potential for damage to your floors. Some preventative methods can help keep the dog scratches in your hardwood floor to a minimum.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog nail clippers
  • Dog nail sanding tool
  • Rugs
  • Runners
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Instructions

    • 1

      Keep your dog's nails trimmed. Do it yourself with dog nail clippers, or ask your groomer or veterinarian to do it regularly.

    • 2

      Lightly sand the edge of the dog's nails using a dog nail sanding tool to make the surface smoother and lessen the damage of sharp nails on your hardwood floors.

    • 3

      Place rugs and runners over your hardwood floors in high-traffic areas to prevent your dog from skidding and falling.