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Originally Posted by jessiegirl
i think i need to cut my dogs claws they are getting bit long now. is it ok to cut them yourself or is it best to get a vet to do it?? how much would a vet charge for it?
ive watched videos online how to do it, luckily my dog has white/clear claws so its easier to see the quick. im not sure if it would be worth spending £10 on some proper cutters tho =/
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I do it myself, however I bought some proper dog nail clippers from my vet. They are alot better for dogs than using human clippers unless you really know what you are doing, because the angle of human clippers can sometimes mean that you accidentally expose the quick.
You need to make nail clipping a positive thing for your dog, as many don't like it.
I clicker trained my dog to present me with his paw and allow me to clip his nails. I still reward him by giving him a treat after every few nails to make sure it continues to be a super positive experience.
Hope this helps
