Keeping your pup covered in nail polish can make it easier to protect your nails from damage, but once your dog starts eating nails, you know things get pretty hairy. If you struggle with keeping the 10,000 nail brushing that your pup requires from your tresses, check out these tips on how to safely file down your pup’s nails.
Before Your Dog Starts Eating Your Nails
1. Keep Your Legs And Nails Bare. If you allow your dog to eat your nails and hair, you could accidentally undo all the clean-up you’ve done. Also, it might happen accidentally: if your nails have been cut and bloody, the dog might mistake them for food.
2. Choose an Active Nail Brushing Location. Clipping your dog’s nails is a great exercise for him, but it can also be dangerous for you if he begins scratching you. A better solution is to curl up and close your mouth, which will keep the nails from pulling on your hands. In case he starts biting on your neck or face, you can pull up your sleeves to keep from squishing your skin.
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When Your Dog Is Clipping Your Nails
1. Ask Him to Stop. Even if your dog starts to bite and scratch you, never force your dog to stop. Let him know you’re uncomfortable with the situation and gently move him away. If you are in a hurry, set the Do not play notification until you’ve made space and time for the brushing.
2. Gently Move Your Dog. This will help him feel the pressure and remove the nail that the brushing is picking up. When your dog is ready to start the second half of the process, jump in to guide the nail back onto your dog’s skin.
3. Take a Box Full of Your Nails and Your Dog’s Nails to the Hair Stylist’s Salon. Do NOT force your dog to take a box of nails to the salon. Don’t make your dog choose between him and you!
4. Tell Your Vet What Happened. If it looks like your dog will keep scratching you and eating your nails, it’s time to visit your vet to have your nails trimmed. He’ll be able to use the proper techniques to keep your feet safe without the risk of spreading disease.
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