The other day I went to a wine tasting event with a friend and another couple. My friend's girlfriend is studying to be a professional groomer. She is being trained at one of the large pet stores, and it is amazing how much a groomer has to know. They deal with so many different personalities and types of dogs.
It was interesting to hear about her training, and soon the conversation turned to nail grooming. We started talking about nail trimmers and nail grinders, and I was telling her that I recently tested a really good quality nail grinder called Gentle Paws . I said that I was impressed by this tool because I had previously tested some other nail grinders whose qualities were only so-so ... especially when they were used on big dogs.
She was telling me she also loves nail grinders and went on to say that it cost almost double to have a dog's nail trimmed with a grinder as opposed to a regular trimmer. They consider the grinder not only trimming but also filing. At this particular store, a regular nail trim costs $8.00 and nail grinding is $22.00. That's quite a difference.
To be honest, I had not thought about that. But it's true. Nails that are ground are much smoother. They are also filed at the same time. And I didn't realize that it was so much more expensive to have your dog's nails done with a nail grinder.
Trimming or grinding your own dog's nails can really save you money. This makes the Gentle Paws Nail Grinder a great value. I liked it so much that I talked to the manufacturer and bought some to offer to my dog patients. They are regularly $24.99 and we have them for $19.99 right now - that's $5.00 off. We have a limited supply. This is really a very good product. No wonder so many vets and groomers recommend this grinder. It is 5 times faster than other nail grinders, so you can get the job done quickly. This rechargeable grinding tool comes with a coarse grinding stone, 2 coarse bands for all-purpose grinding and a fine "finishing" band that is perfect for smoothing out sharp edges.
Basically this unit pays for itself (and then some) in one visit. And it makes it easy to groom your dog's nails yourself, right at home. It comes with some simple instructions on how to use it and how to trim nails. For more information, go to: http://www.petproductadvisor.com/gentlepaws.aspx
The key is making the experience positive for your dog.
Bleeding toenails can often times be remedied with some household ingredients. A small amount of flour packed onto the end of the nail will often quell the bleeding.
Also try rubbing a bar of soap on the end of the nail for the same effect.
Nothing, however, beats having a stash of styptic powder, which you can buy at your local pet store or at your vet's office.
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