Nails

[poochpickup]

How can I prevent a nail from splitting or cracking when I cut them? Is there a reason why this is happening? Maybe I need new nail clippers?

[Helly]

You probably need to have your clipper blade sharpened, or get a new nail clipper if it's happening a lot. The other way to prevent it is to grind instead of clipping.

[stacie-gotg]

Yes the cutting edge is worn out. Get sharpened or replace.

[PetsRus]

If that doesn't work try and cut smaller pieces off at a time. I have a few dogs that thier nails are so brittle they crack and when I go slower it seems to help.

[luckydog]

I've never had any luck with having them sharpened. My favorite trimmmers are the orange handles ones--they work great

[elizo]

New nail clippers and a good, quick, firm stroke. People who hesitate often split the nail....if you need to cut little pieces off until you get confident, then do that. I also find that holding each nail between my and forefinger as I am cutting with my right hand helps to steady the nail and gets a good clean cut.

[Arrooh]

sharpened

My Boyfriend sharpened orange ones for me. He made it sharper than the original, and left it with a screw/nut so he can do it again easily. It's sooooo much easier. Also I hear the Blade Guys sharpen nail clipper blades. Otherwise get new like I used to do.

If just one or two dogs, they could have nutritional Deficiencies, and that should be looked at by the owners.

[Gracy Rose]

Also, cut the nails right after the bath, this way they have that little bit of extra moisture. Also, if you dremmel- do it right after the bath, they dremmel faster and with less dust.