Trimming Bleeding Nails?!?

[koni]

Koni never had his nails clipped yet, because they never grew long. I want to get them clipped, because I noticed he was bleeding a little after running hard on the cement. Could it be the cold weather or that the nail is getting long. If you look, his nails don't appear long at all. The blood was at the top of the nail, not even where you trim. I was told his nails weren't long, so the vet wouldn't cut it.
So my question is, should I have a professional place trim them, so I can learn. Since I never cut dog's nails before? Also what should I look for in a groomer?

[Trace]

I don;t know the answer to this one - but wanted to say that I brought a FAB pair of nail trimmers at Walmart in the pet section for less than $5.

[Dax]

I posted earlier this month that Ariel's appeared to have snapped off in the cold. I doubt it's because of your trimming them. I have one of those shaving cut sticks (someone fill in the name - my sometimers is acting up).

[Lessica Jake]

Styptic pencil is what you're looking for Dax.

Koni, if your vet won't cut them, then a groomer shouldn't either.

[Trace]

Originally Posted by DaxAriel's Toy

I posted earlier this month that Ariel's appeared to have snapped off in the cold. I doubt it's because of your trimming them. I have one of those shaving cut sticks (someone fill in the name - my sometimers is acting up).

Styptic Pencils (spelling?)

[weimlover0816]

Are they bleeding from the "top" near the nail bed (where the nail comes out of the toe)? Roslynd's did this last winter when it was very cold and dry. Try using bag-balm on the feet, toes and pads, to prevent cracking.... and yes, a styptic pencil is great for stopping the bleeding. Something that we SWEAR by at our house is EMT gel...it's collagen, stops the bleeding and helps prevents infection. www.emtgel.com to see more... (moderators feel free to edit if this link isn't allowed, though I have posted it before with no problems.... )

[eXile]

When walking on cement it usually gives the nails a trim job. Ive never heard that nails can snap but maybe its possible i dont know. When you trim his nails be sure to only cut the tip if you are inexperienced with nail clipping. In the event you do cut a blood vessel make sure you have flour handy. Apply some on the cut. Flour will clog the cut.

[Lgowe]

Salt and winter weather definitely take a toll on a dogs nails and paws. I definitely agree with Bag balm on the paw pads or I sometimes use vitamin E cream. As for the mistery bleeding it could be from the dryness or a nail could have flaked off and ripped at the quick, not uncommon. Dog nails are multilayered just like humans and they can split crack break or shatter. I prefer to use a scissor type trimmer when I clip nails as opposed to a guillotene type. The guillotene type is usually preferred but I have seen a lot of splits from them. If your dog's nails arnt that long but still scratch your floors or you, you can always use an emory board or sanding block and take the edge off. it won't harn the dog or the nail regrowth. As far as groomers go, look for one who has been in business for awhile and has a good, solid reputation as a clean, professional environment. Always go to a CERTIFIED groomer. An expensive groomer isnt always the best groomer. Good Luck!

[pittiegurl]

originally posted byeXile
Ive never heard that nails can snap

Of course they can snap. Just like a human's nail can snap.

Speaking of that,Osha's nail snapped off about 3/4 of an inch below the quick & bled & bled & is just now starting to grow back.It still bleeds like everyday! This happened like 1 - 1 1/2 weeks ago.

[eXile]

OUCH the reason shes bleeding is because everytime she walks she breaks whatever was healed. Poor thing