The growth of dog nails is related to the place where the dog is raised and the walking route. The nails of outdoor dogs are easily worn away, while the nails of indoor dogs are less worn. Dog nails need to be trimmed once a month. If overly long nails are allowed to run their course, there may be dangers such as getting caught on the carpet, tearing off the entire nail cap, or, in severe cases, causing fractures and other unexpected things.

In addition, when owners hug their dogs, they may be scratched by nails that are too long. It is best to use dog-specific nail clippers to trim nails. It should be noted that you must not cut them too short, so as not to damage the blood vessels and cause pain to the dog. If the dog develops nail-cutting phobia, it will be difficult to let him do it again next time. Someone trimmed it. Be especially careful if you have black nails.

Dog toenail trimming

Some dogs often run and exercise on rough ground, sandy ground or concrete ground. Toenails will naturally wear off if they come into contact with such a floor frequently, which saves parents the trouble of repairing them. Some small dogs spend most of their time indoors, where there are basically smooth tiles and floors, making it difficult to polish their claws. Therefore, dogs’ living environments are different, and their care methods are also a little different.

Your dog’s dewclaws also require your special attention, especially when trimming, don’t forget the dewclaws above. In fact, this is a toe that has degenerated, and its position can no longer touch the ground, which means that the nails cannot be worn through daily activities. If it is not trimmed, it will be too long and bend into the flesh. Over time, the dog will feel pain, and in severe cases, it will become inflamed, red and swollen. If the nail is too long or penetrates too deep into the flesh, it will break the nail root. If you cannot handle it at home, you need to seek help from a doctor as soon as possible!