Pet Nail Trimming

One of the most scarry things a pet owner can do is trim their pet's nails.  Pets squirm and one wrong clip and BOOM a Niagra Falls of blood.  As the picture shows there is a small blood vessel inside the protective housing (toenail).                       

Canine

                                                                                           Feline







When trimming the canine claw go slowly until you stop seeing dry, crumbly toenail and start to see a fleshy bullseye.  This is a good indication that you are to hit the quick.  If you do simply apply Qwick Stop Powder.  This will stop the bleeding and help prevent infection.  In the dog you can usually trim more off of the front feet than the back feet.  Toesnails often need to be trimmed every 4 weeks.

Felines often need their nails trimmed every 3 weeks.  They have a distinct clear hook and can have the entire hook removed without hitting the quick. 

Chris
Office Manager
Morris Hospital for Veterinary Services
26684 Grand River
Redford, MI 48240
313-537-6100
http://www.morrisvet.com/
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