How to cut the claws of dogs? This is a problem faced by many dog breeders, especially those who have not kept dogs before.
The procedure is, in fact, not so complicated.Here you just need to adjust. And it is also important to teach the dog to such an unpleasant procedure for it. Why unpleasant? Because the paw must be fixed, and fixed securely. And such an action, as a rule, causes resistance and obvious discontent in the dog, even aggression.
In the article we will tell how to cut the claws of dogs.without stress and for the dog, and for himself. Most printed materials describe the details of the procedure itself, but for some reason the basics of the basics are not paid attention. So, we teach the dog to cut the claws. Oddly enough, the animal must get used to the fixation.
Step one
To get started, just hold the dog's paw in your hand.Hold it for a few seconds and release. Do the same with the other paw, then with the third and fourth. If the size of the dog allows, take it to its knees, if the animal is large, you can sit on the floor. Perform these manipulations at least five times a day with a daily increase of approximately five seconds. It would be good to reward the patience of the dog with a piece of treat.
Step Two
After a week you can start the second part."Addictive." Now no longer just hold your paw, but gently press your fingers in turn, adhering to the temporary system of the first step. You can think about how to cut the claws of dogs, only if the dog allows you to hold the paw for at least a minute (better - longer).
Step Three
Tool selection.It is not enough to know how to cut the claws of dogs, it is also necessary to know how to do it. Immediately exclude the usual scissors. They are suitable only for very small puppies, whose claws are still very thin. For older dogs, the so-called guillotines are usually chosen. Choose directly from the veterinary store. There are no universal kogterezok, they are made in various versions, therefore a certain tool is suitable for each breed. Suppose you have a shepherd. Ask the seller to show claw cutters for medium sized breeds. And be sure to test. Right on the spot. Cut one claw (edge) and take a look - if there is any splitting (delamination). The cut should only be smooth and even.
Step Four
Claw clipping.We are located by the lamp or by the window. Fix the paw (tightly clamped) and press (slightly) on the first pad. The claw moves forward. We look at it against the light: the nerve shines through even on dark claws, on light ones it is determined by the pink color. Your task is not to touch the border, that is, cut so as not to hurt this nerve. Cut one or two claws, taking breaks. Do not be nervous dog calm down and you yourself. Do not hurry. In a hurry, you can touch the painful area (the same nerve that is inside the claw). If this happens, try to calm the pet, give a piece of treat and stop. In an hour, begin circumcision again.
If you don’t dare to do thisIt turns out, contact the salon for dogs. In Moscow, their great variety. See how vets do it. Perhaps next time you can cut the claws yourself.
