nail file for my dog?

[charlysmom_dad]

I'm hoping to get some god advice from forum members.

We have no problem clipping our dogs' nails, but we have on dog that seem really pointy. I want to buy a doggy nail file. I'd like one that won't bog down when I use it. Electric plug in, or rechargeable lithium would be fine. Anyone using one that they can recomend? Thanks in advance

[Lemorand]

I use dog nail grinder. Found one in this article ***Link Removed*** Its is called Lucky tail nail grinder. It works so well, makes trimming process easier and less painful for a dog.

[xteacher]

I have an 3-speed dremmel from Harbor Freight Tools. If your dogs have long hair, be sure not to get the hair caught up in the dremmel. You can pull a woman's knee high stocking over the nails up to the foot to get the hair out of the way, exposing just the nails. On my small dogs, I use the dremmel on low. When I had bigger dogs, I used it on medium. You can buy replacement sanding rounds at Home Depot or Lowes.

[Crowe]

Yikes..that would hurt! Good luck next time the dog sees the dremmel!

LOL! It hasn't happened in years but when we first started using a dremmel it did happen once. And yes, it was QUITE the challenge after that! Years later we have no issues.

[AJBert]

I let my dog run on our gravel drive way to his heart's content. Not only does he get the exercise he need but I don't have to ever worry about his nails.

[pennysmom09]

Crowe wrote:
Plug in Dremel. One upside is if you cut too close to the quick it cauterizes the nail.

Yikes..that would hurt! Good luck next time the dog sees the dremmel!

[charlysmom_dad]

Thanks for the replies. We have small dogs.

[LJAZ]

My vet uses a Dremel and for what it's worth Dremel actually makes a version specifically for pet nail grooming. The model # is 7300-PT, it's cordless and cost $25 at home depot.

[CA_POPPY]

If you check your local beauty supply, a cordless dremel will likely be less expensive than a pet supply. For a large dog, though, you will need the pet version.

[2012Coleman]

Boxer Lovers wrote:
Oster makes an adjustable speed electric dog nail kit. Like a Drimmel. Several small sanding wheels. No sharp edges. Check at a pet supply store.

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[charlysmom_dad]

It sounds like dremel is the way to go. I didn't know they made a rechargeable dremel. I'll look into that.
Thanks so much for all the great replies.

[Campinghoss]

I use a dremel also. Both of ours tolerate but do not like having their nails clipped. They do not mind the dremel. I always use a new sanding wheel and have never had a problem. It is really great on their dew nails.

[Pawz4me]

Depends on the size of the dog. For smaller dogs I prefer a rechargeable (battery operated) Dremel. They only last a couple of years or so, but you can pick one up at WalMart for less than $25. So it's not a huge expense. The plug in Dremels are IMO too powerful for use on small dogs. If you have a larger dog with thick nails you probably need the extra power. Either of them can work for medium sized dogs, but I usually prefer the rechargeable Dremels for those dogs. I'd rather spend a few extra seconds per nail with a less powerful tool and have more control. The trade off is well worth it to me.

[Crowe]

Plug in Dremel. One upside is if you cut too close to the quick it cauterizes the nail.

[Bionic_Man]

I have our dogs nails trimmed. The groomer uses a plug in Dremel. It works well. I should probably buy one myself.