Archive for September 24th, 2010
Nail Trimming is a Challenge
Worrying about how and where to cut your pet’s nails makes many people nervous, and in turn your pet will be nervous too. Animals can tell when you are uneasy, and it will make Fifi more inclined to be jittery and more likely to struggle.
Until you feel confident in cutting your pet’s nails, just cut the very tip. Your practice will make you better and by cutting them weekly, you will be able to keep those nails at a reasonable length. As you become more comfortable and more skillful, your pet will be more cooperative. As you get better at nail trimming, you can then safely estimate how much you can cut off without “quicking” your pet and decrease your sessions to twice a month.
Pet Memorial Stones are a nice way to pay tribute to your lost companion animal and bring back a lifetime of memories.
Stop the Bleeding Nail
Clipping your pet’s nails can be quite a challenging feat, and until you are experienced at it, accidents may happen. Even the best groomers occasionally draw blood, so don’t feel bad when you do. Nails can bleed heavily so it is always wise to have something on hand before you begin, to help stop it. Some people have used a pinch of flour or even a bar of soap, but the very best thing you can use is a product called “Kwik Stop” You can usually find it at local pet stores, and it is especially designed to stop the bleeding at the quick. It comes in a small container but will last a long time. It does sting when first applied, so beware if your fido jumps, but it stops the bleeding almost immediately.
It is normal for your pet to be a bit offended if you “quick” him. Don’t rush to baby him, but do offer apologies and then treats. Since some pets will be reluctant to let you trim another nail near the wounded one, leave that paw and come back to it after you have trimmed the others.
A Pet Memorial Stone is a simple but beautiful way to pay tribute to your lost loved one. Make sure it is a good quality one before you buy it. It should be at least 2 inches thick so it doesn’t break easily. And, the black granite ones like pictured above, should have very little grain and no white. It will be the best lasering surface for your photo, tribute, and dates.