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How to Groom Your Poodle's Nails
from: The Complete DogAdult Poodles usually require nail trimming at least once a month and once a week for pups. If you fail to trim your dog's nails, it could result in sore, splayed feet. How can you tell if your Poodle's nails are too long?
You can start by just listening. Can you hear a click-click as she's walking across a tile or linoleum floor? If so, it means her nails are touching the floor -- and they shouldn't be. Or, take a look at your Poodle's feet while she's standing. Are her nails touching the floor? You should keep your Poodles nails trimmed short enough so they don't touch.
There are two basic types of nail clippers: scissors and the guillotine. You can also use a nail grinder, but it may take some time to get your dog used to the noise. When using scissors or guillotine clippers, keep them sharp and clean. Dull clippers won't make a clean cut, and rusty, dirty ones can infect your dog if you cut too quick and your pet bleeds. The goal when clipping nails is to trim as close to the quick as you can without accidentally nicking it. Dark nails are more difficult to cut than light-colored ones since it's difficult to see the pink vein.
Remove the dry looking hook at the tip of the nail, cutting off small bits of nail at a time. As you cut the nail shorter, you'll notice it becomes softer and you'll see a small grayish-white dot under the nail, which is the end of the quick. When you reach this point, the nail is short enough; you can now move on to the next one. Keep in mind that the more often you trim, the shorter you can get the nail, since the quick actually recedes with frequent trimming. Cut each nail as quickly and cleanly as possible; cutting slowly tends to pinch the nail and cause your dog discomfort.
To trim your Poodle's nails, hold one paw firmly in your left hand (if you're right-handed) and place your thumb on top of the foot. Place your fingers underneath the pads so you can spread the toes. With the clippers in your right hand, clip each nail right below the quick with short, decisive strokes. Don't forget the dewclaws if they weren't removed when your Poodle was a pup.
Finish trimming the first paw, then file each nail with a metal file to remove sharp, rough edges that could scratch your legs if your Poodle is naughty and jumps up on you. DO NOT file any nails that have bled. Work your way to the next paw, trim each nail, then file.
If you accidentally cut too close, don't panic. Apply a styptic powder to staunch the bleeding and continue clipping the other nails. Don't stop and make a big fuss over your mistake, as it may make your dog even more apprehensive the next time you attempt to clip his nails.
Here's some good advice: start early. Poodles, like all dogs, have to learn to accept new experiences. Start nail trimming while your dog is a puppy and do it every week. Between trimmings, handle her feet to accustom her to being touched. A Poodle doesn't usually make a fuss about trimming, but it's still a good idea to-teach her how to accept this while young. It may also be wise that, before attempting to clip your Poodle s nails yourself, you observe a groomer or veterinarian the first time.
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