How to clip your pet’s claws

Cutting your pet’s claws can be a daunting experience as it can be tricky to know how much to cut off without cutting too much. But keeping your pet’s nails trimmed is essential for both of your comfort.

Your pet’s claw has blood vessels known as the ‘quick’. It is important that you do not cut into this area. It is easy to locate the quick on animals with light coloured claws. For those with dark coloured claws it may be easier to locate the quick by looking on the underside of the nail – however if in doubt seek the advice of a qualified groomer or your vet.

Nail Scissor

Heat-treated, micro-serrated precision cutting blades effectively cut through your pet’s nails.

  • Ideal smaller pets

Nail Clipper

Heat-treated, micro-serrated precision cutting blades for effective nail trimming with safety cutting guide to help you trim a little at a time.

  • Ideal for small and large pets
  • Suitable for novice nail trimmers

Guillotine Clipper

Heat-treated, micro-serrated precision cutting blades for effective trimming of thicker pet nails.

  • Ideal larger pets or those with thick claws

Nail File

Heat-treated nail file for long lasting performance.

  • Perfect for more nervous pets who dislike having their claws cut.
  • Suitable for novice nail trimmers

Simple steps to a successful pedicure!

  1. Hold your pet’s foot carefully and ensure that you are in complete control before starting to trim the nail.
  2. Begin cutting in one smooth action. If you are unsure, only cut off a small amount at a time.
  3. Finally, use our pet nail file to smooth the edges of the nail to give salon style results!

Remember to keep cutting tools out of reach of children and use extra care when using any grooming aid with sharp edges.

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