Every time we save 20.00 for a nail trim session with the groomer, your the one to thank for sharing these priceless tips, & our furry best friends reap the rewards. Wishing all that kindness back to you tenfold!!
Dogs have claws, not nails. They don't need cutting or grinding down with industrial equipment, they chew off layers from their claws as needed. Only they know when that is.
@@petersimmons3654so then why are their so many dogs who’s irresponsible owners didn’t trim their nails resulting in the nails growing so long they curled back into the paw !?
I own Amazing Dog (a dog training company) in Texas and have dremeled my own dogs nails for years BUT YOUR videos are the BEST videos on black toenails I have ever watched!! THANK YOU!! YOUR VIDEOS ARE GAMECHANGERS!!
Never studied biology then. Dogs have claws, like wolves, claws don't need trimming or grinding down by industrial machines, dogs chew them and they come away in layers, like the onion. What is it about Americans that they have to mutilate and take over all autonomy from animals? Must be from when you wiped out all wolves and coyotes for the bounty.
Best Dremel video I’ve seen. I’m a trainer and I wanted to find a good one to send to one of my clients. Well done! Going to keep following your channel❤
I use a lickmat with peanut butter spread on it to distract my dogs while trimming their nails. They now compete to be first up for nail rimming time rather than dreading it.
Ive been dremmeling my dogs nails for years and was surprised how many of your tips i currently do! However, you taught me a huge tip which is to not dremmel in the center! Thank you sooo much i look forward to trying out this new way or dremmeling. Now if i can only get my dachshund to sit still lol
After watching this video for the first time I tried the grinder on my lab's nails. She's an excellent client! Your video was so informative. I only did 2 paws and will continue to do more this week. I bought the Casfuy grinder because of it's low noice level, I'm glad I did. It's a 6 speed so I'm still figuring out which speed to use on her. I paid $45 for a grinding trim and thought that I need to learn how to do this. Thank you so much for creating these videos.
That was just great. What a video beautiful slow informative illustrative you’re wonderful thank you so much I’m 80 years old and I just learned how to do this. I have been trying and trying and trying but you just finished all my techniques. Thank you so so much now I know all the little things I was doing wrongbecause it scared me every time I knew I had to do it. I have a Maltese thank you once again God bless you and bless those sweet doggies of yours.
This is so helpful! Ive been struggling with my girls nails since i got her. Especially love the tidbit to practice with a pencil. Also Bender is so handsome, what a good boy 💕
That was adorable. Loved your captions for Doggie! And it was so very helpful, Colleen. Thank you very much for showing us how so well and clear photography!
Thank you so much for this video! I recently adopted a greyhound and took him to the vet for his first nail trim- his quicks are really long so they advised to do frequent but small trims every 3-5 days but without any further instructions or explanation. My grey tolerates the dremel just fine and now I have a bit more confidence in how to use it to help him and get those quicks receding so he can get back to his regularly scheduled zoomies!
This is such a great and easy to follow tutorial. My furminator brand dog nail grinder broke and I was about to buy a new one when the pet store said hey you can just use a dremel, but I had always been too scared. This made it SO easy and my dog vastly preferred me using the dremel vs the furminator! I think largely it's due to feeling confident after watching your video and he could sense it. Thank you so so much.
I am a hyman nail tech and I have been cutting my dog and rabbit nails for years. One thing is that you have to go against the way the device is going. If you go in the way that is turning you are using it like how a tire works to run a car....it runs. Go against it. If the sog doesn't like it try to hold the nail bed better. It moves and is uncomfortable (if you ever wear long extentions and remove or shape them you know what I mean.) You have to limit the room for moving. She keeps the nails sold in place so amazingly that is why the dogs let her do it for them.
Such a great videos about how to dremel dog nails ... and I just watched the one about the black nails that is also so great. I've been searching for those info for so many years. Many many thanks.
I’ve just watched 3 of your videos. They have been super helpful! My only question is how do I know when I’m getting close to the quick with black nails?
Very helpful tutorial. I started handling my puppy's paws the day I picked her up at 8 weeks, hoping she would tolerate clipping or grinding in the future. I was unsuccessful. She absolutely hates both, but the grinding is worse. She's a toy breed, and it's so hard to even see her nails/quick. Your pup is so tolerant!
It doesn;t help the Mastiff, he/she can cope perfectly well keeping their claws the right length. I have never cut my dogs claws in over sixty years. They do it for themselves just like they would in the wild. All the abandoned dogs in Ukrain, left by their loving families to fend for themsekves, do not have great long claws after two years of war, odd don;t you think?
@@petersimmons3654 it does help the mastiff😉 and it is necessary on the Bullmastiff to clip or grind the nails on the front. Raised in bullmastiff kennel and had Them for over 28 years Funny you speak about it as im 1/3 ukrainian But live in denmark i can tell you my wifes mother adopted a homeless dog last year from Ukraine and he had very Long nails
All of your videos are so helpful! I have been trying to recede my dog's quicks for over 2 years now, and the only nails that are getting shorter are the two front middle ones that he gets when he uses his scratchboard. I just can't tell where I am with his nails relative to the quicks, even after watching every one of your dremeling videos. They just seem to have a different shape. Do you have a way that people can hire you on-line for consulting? I would love to be able to send you some photos and get your feedback. I would be happy to pay for your time! Thanks!
Found your channel after realizing we’ve let one of our dog’s nails get out of control. His quick is too long so I’m working on keep his nails trimmed with the nippers often to get some shrinkage. Would like to buy the Whitman bit for my dremel but we’ve got a small and a large dog and $150 a piece is enough to make me sweat!
For now, sandpaper bits are totally fine until you can upgrade. I use the same bit for large and small dogs, it’s the Diamagroove Boxer style, Standard grit. Some prefer a rougher grit for dogs with very thick nails and some might prefer a finer grit for tiny nails, but I find Standard grit on the diamagroove gets the job done on all. Here’s a vid comparing other metal bit options: ruclips.net/video/hlz33gbGqW0/видео.htmlsi=oZAyJmUq1tzgdu9j Plus a video discussing grit: ruclips.net/video/GFvgunAsneo/видео.htmlsi=3OwUorbvAcfNC66k Lastly, I belive the Diamagroove price has gone up to $160 last I heard! Inflation… best bit I have ever used. BUT, as I state in this next vid, I never had a problem even with the sandpaper bits so don’t feel like you can’t do the job without the most expensive bit… you can do it with lots of other options too! Diamgroove vid: ruclips.net/video/HRmxHql1T7Q/видео.htmlsi=voVJ6XjopGwbj8n2
I really appreciate you taking the time to respond. I gave it a go and the sandpaper bit worked well enough for now. I think before I invest in the Diamagroove I’ll keep practicing and getting my dogs used to the sound of the dremel. The big dog was fine with it (sooo much trust) but the little one was pretty stressed. Thanks again for all of the great info!
About the quick, will I have to snip some to get the quick to recede some or will the grinder do the same thing? I'm clueless and just want to make sure I'm doing it right. I was surprised how nervous doing my dog's nail would make me. 😬🤷🏻♀️🙃
Claws,, not nails, they aren't hairy hummans. Claws are not the same as our primate hails, they discard in layers, usually with encouragement from the owner. What makes you 'think' you know better?
Thanks for sharing this helpful video! Do you clip before you use the Dremel, or do you prefer to just Dremel & grind down the dog's nail without clipping?
Good question! I prefer doing it on a table. It depends on whether you have access to a sturdy table that’s the right height AND on whether your dog will tolerate being on a table. I’ll make a video answering this question! Thanks for the idea!
You are great at explaining but could you do a short video showing large overgrown black nails? I purchased a dremel and want to do a good job on my dog’s nails but 90% of them are jet black and I just want to make the experience was as positive as can be. Thank you!
As a cosmetologist who did nails and hair, I know that if you hold that Dremel down on the nail bed too long in one spot, it can become hot as fire. How do I keep from having the dog feel that burning sensation? When will I know it’s too much? if I’m just on the dead keratin in the toenail, am I safe and he will not feel any pain?
This is video is so helpful - thank you for making it! This may be a stupid question, but here it goes: my dog has clear nails - I can see his quicks through his nails before I start dremeling, but the quick soon becomes hard to see as I begin dremeling because they get 'scratched'. Then I don't know how much more I can dremel before hitting the quick. Any suggestions?
Grinding can cause a surface to get hot quickly but I have have yet to hear anyone talk about this with a dogs nails. It seems like pressure and/or length of time grinding could cause the nail to get too hot and hurt the dog. Am I wrong about this?... Also, I would very much recommend using a vacuum with a hepa filter right after practicing with a "lead" pencil and don't let any pets into that area during practice until after cleanup. Good video's BTW. From what I have seen so far you show genuine concern and analytical thinking in being compassionate and empathetic to the dog. Some groomers seem to be lacking in this area.
Yes, de facto the nail will get hot if you concentrate in an area too long. That’s why you modulate you pressure and have a technique or rounding the nail. Also, not sure from you comment but that isn’t lead in pencils, it’s graphite. That name came from the paint that was used in the pencils in earlier eras which clearly isn’t used today.
How do you hold a small dog in your arms while doing this? Also I got a dremmel and was able to use it but it didn't take much off. Do I need to press harder? The dremmel I got has a safety cover on it. Does that matter? Thanks! Great Video!
Best dremel grooming video I've seen, and I've been watching a boatload! Do you recommend the metal tip as opposed to anything else? And is it okay to use a regular vs. special dog grooming dremel? Thanks for the great instruction.
Thanks! I prefer the metal tips, but there’s nothing wrong with using sandpaper ones! Here’s a video where I talk more about that and compare lots of options: ruclips.net/video/hlz33gbGqW0/видео.htmlsi=18KwnSMj4VqqWdEP A regular dremel is fine but I recommend cordless and not corded.
Your dog acted cute in the video. I can't believe how close you could get to his toes and not dremel them by mistake. I need to see if you have a video on how to keep a dog's long fur away from the dremel. A friend uses a guard attachment, but it looks clunky to me.
Where is your store located? I have been trying to recede my dogs' quick but hasn't been able to produce meaningful results. I might have to bring them to you.
Here’s my what speed vid: ruclips.net/video/V5MOC9eJg-M/видео.htmlsi=29SmKrgrHC5i-PHD and here’s a quick overview of the Diamagroove bit: ruclips.net/video/HRmxHql1T7Q/видео.htmlsi=fvrBHOOrzuOaFY0u Plus a comparison of metal bit features: ruclips.net/video/hlz33gbGqW0/видео.htmlsi=RBioOi9sF_WauXaG
What are the advantages of the Dremel vs just cutting the nail and allowing them to file on the pavement? Trying to decide if I should buy one or if my current method is sufficient. I just trim a little bit of nail each day while my puppy is chewing a bone and she doesn't even notice.
The dremel allows you to get closer to the quick and a smoother finish. Rounder nails sometimes mean less scratching (like if your dog jumps on people a lot or you have an elderly person around with thin skin or something like that). So if clipping the nails has been sufficient for you there’s not necessarily a reason to move into the dremeling space unless there’s a problem you’re trying to solve. If clipping is working for you, you can just continue!
What attachment do you use? I bought a dremel, but it doesn't have an attachment that looks like that. The one that comes the closest is a much rougher. Would love to know what you use with your dog.
Here’s a video where I compare many kinds of metal bits for doing dog’s nails, in all price ranges: ruclips.net/video/hlz33gbGqW0/видео.htmlsi=AnW-dRzz-oGe0qOy Also, look for my “which grit” video under my dremeling dog’s nails playlist!
What do you do if your furbaby hates getting their nails done and tries to snap at you while you’re doing them with nail clippers? Because I have little chihuahuas and she hates getting her nails done and using one of these dremels might hurt her mouth if she tries to bite it.
The mine consists of a paste of graphite, clay and water that is fired. The “lead” in the name is simply due to confusion with lead ore. So it is absolutely non-toxic.
The problem with my dog who has black nails is he doesn’t like you holding his feet out in front of him annnnd he has long hair ( slippers ). He so doesn’t like you picking and messing with his toes so it’s a struggle. I’m also a nail technician and I know these e-file machines can cause a burning sensation if you don’t move it enough.
Here are a few vids that might help: black nails vid- ruclips.net/video/ywdRNvS1-jg/видео.htmlsi=KBKsSceZYsXR_rke A video showing how you can turn the front paws upside down kinda under their belly: ruclips.net/video/v4O-dBBYt1Q/видео.htmlsi=W7lpzkkFtU1R7IhC One more “holds” video- ruclips.net/video/QWdb28nwDqc/видео.htmlsi=61MLML9cI_Csniea and finally, how to trim nails on furry feet: ruclips.net/video/S5wBJtlDbgY/видео.htmlsi=aYmprFC163vy0iyb Hope some of those are helpful!
Honestly someone needs to make a video on training your dog to have its nails filed, because this is hugely difficult for some dog owners. I can't even get my dog to stay in the same room when the dremel is running. I got one burp on one of her nails, basically touched it for a second on low speed and she yanked her paw away and growled (which is a never before in history) and now its pretty much impossible. I have a Wahl 2 which I'm keeping for other use..... but I may have to surrender on the nail filing altogether :(
@c.rutherford it's all about creating positive associations with the behavior you want. I'd start by just having the dremel visible to her (but at a distance), and reward her for seeing it and not reacting. She will start to associate the dremel with getting treats. Then move up to asking her to sniff it. Don't force it - let her get comfortable, and reward her each time. Eventually you'll have to move up to turning it on. Since it's noisy, start with it at a distance...turn it on and back off, and give her a treat. Just keep working on each new phase until she's comfortable.
A "lead" pencil is not made with lead (for many years); it is graphite. Not poisonous but the fine dust from pencil or dog toes wouldn't be healthy if you have prolonged exposure.
I made a video where I recommend mask-wearing while dremeling, but I don’t wear masks in most of my videos especially because often times I need to talk/explain. Sometimes I forget to wear one. But I always preach that it’s a good idea! Here’s that vid: ruclips.net/video/qb7E_hpo9zY/видео.htmlsi=qo2xGRpaX90IBhWh
If you have ever tried a Dremel on your on toenails, you know that they get hot very quick. I am sure the dogs are the same. Just my two cents worth! Please take that into consideration.
Don't trim a dogs rear nails as much. If they don't have that grip. They can lose footing and end up getting a CLL tear, hip issues, and the joint related issues. Think about you slipping on ice. I know this because, I used to trim my dogs rear nails as short as the front and well... She tire her CCL. It looks months of rest to recover from it. That or pay $5000 for surgery and still have give them rest, CBD, Curcumin, and glucosamine.
I wish you mentioned how hot and painful this becomes for your dog if you do it more than few seconds at the same spot. Imagine how many dogs might get hurt because ppl really don't know these things
Listen people , no need to clip a dog's nails it's dangerous and stresses them out . Just take them for walks and that will file them down or rub the nails on a sidewalk that will definitely file them down . Think about it !!!
I'm going to respectfully disagree here. Nothing wrong with grinding the center. Think about it. What happens when you clip a nail? You are cutting through the center. The key is just not to overgrind too short (like clipping). Grinding the top of the nail is odd and doesn't shorten the nail (which is the point of grinding a nail). But hey, if it works for you great.
I mean, I agree that grinding the center is fine until the dremel bit gets to the quick… but this method is talking about getting to the quick from the side angle and the top angle. So you still get there, but more nail material is also taken off above and around the quick. Check out this vid for visuals on what I mean: ruclips.net/video/atDNj95oDl0/видео.htmlsi=aXkNgcllKDl8LqY4 So, on principle I do agree that you could grind in the middle and get them as short as clipping once across. But even when I clip I take extra material around the quick after the initial cut. (See this vid if you’re interested in that demo: ruclips.net/video/gX70oeDwA0M/видео.htmlsi=RHmAp9WJ3OBf4aqb)
@@GoodDogGrooming Ah gotcha. That makes sense. And you've found that even if the nails are the same length, taking material on the sides and tops causes the quick to retreat more? It just seems to odd grinding the tops of the nails given "we don't do that to our nails" lol.
So you are aware, lead pencils do not contain any lead. The black center of the pencil is actually graphite. While it’s not a good idea to inhale it, it isn’t the health risk that actual lead is.
1) Dogs do not have nails, humans have nails. 2) Dogs have claws like other mammals such as cats, tigers, lions, and wolves. 3) Claws are different to nails. Nails give our fingers a hard end with which to grip small objects, they are curved two dimensional. Claws provide a grip to run, climb and fight, without claws a dog has soft pads which would not work. They are round in cross section and taper to a useful rounded point. 4) Like the wolves they were originally bred from, dogs claws are grown in layers [like an onion] and they come off in layers, leaving a pergectly formed claw behind. 5) Wolves and other wild species do not haver groomers following them around in the wild to cut their 'claws', like dogs they chew at their claws while grooming their feet, and layers come away if the dog wants to shorten them. Any uncomfortable claws will be evident to the animal while walking or tunning. 6) I have had dogs for over sixty years and have never cut their claws let alone used an industrial rotary power tool on them, ever wondered what that feels like to the dog? Vibrating the most sensitive part of the foot can't be pleasant.' 7) Ihave found dog claws on the floor sometimes, but they mostly are eatern, providing useful keratin for growing new layers. 8) Dogs claws do not grow to crippling length if not cut by the 'loving' owner or 'expert' who thinks dogs have nails. That's hortses dear. 9) Dogs are a natural species whoch knpows hpow to be a dog. Learn what that means from them, and stop abusing them in the blind belief it is what they need. They need humans to stop treating them like human babies who never 'grow up',
Peter Simmons: I have seen many dogs with nails curled under the toe pads. Digging in and causing wounds. I highly recommend you search some images online, especially some rescue videos. It’s not pleasant.
Every time we save 20.00 for a nail trim session with the groomer, your the one to thank for sharing these priceless tips, & our furry best friends reap the rewards. Wishing all that kindness back to you tenfold!!
Thank you X1000!!!
Dogs have claws, not nails. They don't need cutting or grinding down with industrial equipment, they chew off layers from their claws as needed. Only they know when that is.
@@petersimmons3654so then why are their so many dogs who’s irresponsible owners didn’t trim their nails resulting in the nails growing so long they curled back into the paw !?
@petersimmons3654 when dog nails get too long, their toes splay and twist. I'm seeing that currently with my newly adopted shelter dog.
@@petersimmons3654 this is quite literally false
I own Amazing Dog (a dog training company) in Texas and have dremeled my own dogs nails for years BUT YOUR videos are the BEST videos on black toenails I have ever watched!! THANK YOU!! YOUR VIDEOS ARE GAMECHANGERS!!
Never studied biology then. Dogs have claws, like wolves, claws don't need trimming or grinding down by industrial machines, dogs chew them and they come away in layers, like the onion. What is it about Americans that they have to mutilate and take over all autonomy from animals? Must be from when you wiped out all wolves and coyotes for the bounty.
@@petersimmons3654 I guess you've never seen a dog' nails curl under.
Agreed!
I LOVE THE DRAMATIC BREATH OF LIFE HE GAVE YOU WHEN YOU MENTIONED HIS NAME😂❤😂
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Best Dremel video I’ve seen. I’m a trainer and I wanted to find a good one to send to one of my clients. Well done! Going to keep following your channel❤
I Can't believe how fantastic your approach to this subject is. I wish that I would have had JUST ONE teacher like you during my early education.
I use a lickmat with peanut butter spread on it to distract my dogs while trimming their nails. They now compete to be first up for nail rimming time rather than dreading it.
did not work for my dogs, ha
Ive been dremmeling my dogs nails for years and was surprised how many of your tips i currently do! However, you taught me a huge tip which is to not dremmel in the center! Thank you sooo much i look forward to trying out this new way or dremmeling. Now if i can only get my dachshund to sit still lol
Just found your videos and am impressed. You speak clearly and in a pleasant voice and your demos are the best I've seem Thank you!!
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!
I wish I had your videos years ago, your content is some of the best I've seen online.
After watching this video for the first time I tried the grinder on my lab's nails. She's an excellent client! Your video was so informative. I only did 2 paws and will continue to do more this week. I bought the Casfuy grinder because of it's low noice level, I'm glad I did. It's a 6 speed so I'm still figuring out which speed to use on her. I paid $45 for a grinding trim and thought that I need to learn how to do this. Thank you so much for creating these videos.
I just read all of the comments about your tutorial. I have never seen so many adoring comments The Tube should give you a special plaque.....lol
That was just great. What a video beautiful slow informative illustrative you’re wonderful thank you so much I’m 80 years old and I just learned how to do this. I have been trying and trying and trying but you just finished all my techniques. Thank you so so much now I know all the little things I was doing wrongbecause it scared me every time I knew I had to do it. I have a Maltese thank you once again God bless you and bless those sweet doggies of yours.
Thank you for this wonderful comment! I’m so happy my work was helpful to you!
Me Too...........
OMG I love this video!!! It helps me understand I’ve been dremelling my dog’s nails all wrong! You also have a very cute puppy model!
This is so helpful! Ive been struggling with my girls nails since i got her. Especially love the tidbit to practice with a pencil.
Also Bender is so handsome, what a good boy 💕
Claws, Dogs have claws, primates have nails. Stop abusing dogs.
Just what I needed- Thanks!
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!
That was adorable. Loved your captions for Doggie! And it was so very helpful, Colleen. Thank you very much for showing us how so well and clear photography!
Thanks very much for sharing your knowledge and skills.
Great descriptive way for beginners thank you 😊
You’re so welcome, thanks for watching! 🐶
Thank you so much for this video! I recently adopted a greyhound and took him to the vet for his first nail trim- his quicks are really long so they advised to do frequent but small trims every 3-5 days but without any further instructions or explanation. My grey tolerates the dremel just fine and now I have a bit more confidence in how to use it to help him and get those quicks receding so he can get back to his regularly scheduled zoomies!
This is such a great and easy to follow tutorial. My furminator brand dog nail grinder broke and I was about to buy a new one when the pet store said hey you can just use a dremel, but I had always been too scared. This made it SO easy and my dog vastly preferred me using the dremel vs the furminator! I think largely it's due to feeling confident after watching your video and he could sense it. Thank you so so much.
That is so amazing!!! 🐶💕
@@GoodDogGrooming are you just using a regular sandpaper head from Dremel?
I am a hyman nail tech and I have been cutting my dog and rabbit nails for years. One thing is that you have to go against the way the device is going. If you go in the way that is turning you are using it like how a tire works to run a car....it runs. Go against it.
If the sog doesn't like it try to hold the nail bed better. It moves and is uncomfortable (if you ever wear long extentions and remove or shape them you know what I mean.) You have to limit the room for moving. She keeps the nails sold in place so amazingly that is why the dogs let her do it for them.
Thank you! These are great tips. I’m gonna try
Such a great videos about how to dremel dog nails ... and I just watched the one about the black nails that is also so great.
I've been searching for those info for so many years. Many many thanks.
thank you. Love your dog- so cute!
Graphite actually works as a great dry lubricant to help with the grinder head getting to warm and/or chipping/flaking on the nail.
Your dog has perfect nails. I wish I could get our dogs nails that short
My dog loves the dremel. I call it her spa day
Fantastic explanation, learned so much.
The pencil practice method - brilliant! Now to get my doggie ok with me using
I’ve just watched 3 of your videos. They have been super helpful! My only question is how do I know when I’m getting close to the quick with black nails?
Thanks!
Thank you! Thanks for watching!! 🐶
EXCELLENT tutorial ❤
Thanks so much! 🐶🥰
Very helpful tutorial. I started handling my puppy's paws the day I picked her up at 8 weeks, hoping she would tolerate clipping or grinding in the future. I was unsuccessful. She absolutely hates both, but the grinding is worse. She's a toy breed, and it's so hard to even see her nails/quick. Your pup is so tolerant!
Omg! This was just ahmazing! Especially the practice on a pencil 🤯. Thank you thank you so much
Practice on your finger, you might feel how the dog feels about having a highly sensitive claw ground down by power tool.
Another great video, as always!
Great tutorial. Thank you.
You’re welcome! Thanks so much for watching!!
He is a good, handsome boy!
Excellent tutorial, thank you!! ❤
You’re welcome, thanks for watching!!
I sure do appreciate you & your videos so much😊 Thank you😊
This was a huuuuge help for my bullmastiffs. Thank you so much!
It doesn;t help the Mastiff, he/she can cope perfectly well keeping their claws the right length. I have never cut my dogs claws in over sixty years. They do it for themselves just like they would in the wild. All the abandoned dogs in Ukrain, left by their loving families to fend for themsekves, do not have great long claws after two years of war, odd don;t you think?
@@petersimmons3654 it does help the mastiff😉 and it is necessary on the Bullmastiff to clip or grind the nails on the front. Raised in bullmastiff kennel and had Them for over 28 years
Funny you speak about it as im 1/3 ukrainian But live in denmark i can tell you my wifes mother adopted a homeless dog last year from Ukraine and he had very Long nails
This was so helpful. Thank you🙏
Awesome! Thanks so much for watching!!
Thank you.
Thank you for sharing , I feel better watching you do it for demo ! I feel mor confident in how to approach this task now 🎉🎉❤
All of your videos are so helpful! I have been trying to recede my dog's quicks for over 2 years now, and the only nails that are getting shorter are the two front middle ones that he gets when he uses his scratchboard. I just can't tell where I am with his nails relative to the quicks, even after watching every one of your dremeling videos. They just seem to have a different shape. Do you have a way that people can hire you on-line for consulting? I would love to be able to send you some photos and get your feedback. I would be happy to pay for your time! Thanks!
Great video. Thanks.
Thank you so much! I be never thought about this!
Great video!! Thanks for sharing
You’re welcome! Thanks so much for watching!!
Found your channel after realizing we’ve let one of our dog’s nails get out of control. His quick is too long so I’m working on keep his nails trimmed with the nippers often to get some shrinkage. Would like to buy the Whitman bit for my dremel but we’ve got a small and a large dog and $150 a piece is enough to make me sweat!
For now, sandpaper bits are totally fine until you can upgrade. I use the same bit for large and small dogs, it’s the Diamagroove Boxer style, Standard grit. Some prefer a rougher grit for dogs with very thick nails and some might prefer a finer grit for tiny nails, but I find Standard grit on the diamagroove gets the job done on all. Here’s a vid comparing other metal bit options: ruclips.net/video/hlz33gbGqW0/видео.htmlsi=oZAyJmUq1tzgdu9j Plus a video discussing grit: ruclips.net/video/GFvgunAsneo/видео.htmlsi=3OwUorbvAcfNC66k Lastly, I belive the Diamagroove price has gone up to $160 last I heard! Inflation… best bit I have ever used. BUT, as I state in this next vid, I never had a problem even with the sandpaper bits so don’t feel like you can’t do the job without the most expensive bit… you can do it with lots of other options too! Diamgroove vid: ruclips.net/video/HRmxHql1T7Q/видео.htmlsi=voVJ6XjopGwbj8n2
I really appreciate you taking the time to respond. I gave it a go and the sandpaper bit worked well enough for now. I think before I invest in the Diamagroove I’ll keep practicing and getting my dogs used to the sound of the dremel. The big dog was fine with it (sooo much trust) but the little one was pretty stressed. Thanks again for all of the great info!
About the quick, will I have to snip some to get the quick to recede some or will the grinder do the same thing?
I'm clueless and just want to make sure I'm doing it right.
I was surprised how nervous doing my dog's nail would make me. 😬🤷🏻♀️🙃
Fantastic video!!!
Thank you for this video! Your dog is gorgeous! Is that a white Boxer? 🐶🐕
Oh yeah, he’s indeed a white boxer. His name is Bender and he’s 75 pounds of CLINGY good boi 😂
Great video, thank you.
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!!
Best nail trimming video out there by far. Thank you.
Claws,, not nails, they aren't hairy hummans. Claws are not the same as our primate hails, they discard in layers, usually with encouragement from the owner. What makes you 'think' you know better?
Thank you!
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Maaaan I wish my dogs quicks were that short!
Thanks for sharing this helpful video! Do you clip before you use the Dremel, or do you prefer to just Dremel & grind down the dog's nail without clipping?
So awesome! Best explanation. So it’s best to do this on the floor or on the grooming table?
Good question! I prefer doing it on a table. It depends on whether you have access to a sturdy table that’s the right height AND on whether your dog will tolerate being on a table. I’ll make a video answering this question! Thanks for the idea!
@ I can get my girl on a table but I find it awkward trying to trim her nails so yes I would like to see how to do it on the table! Thanks!
excellent video - so helpful! Any chance you videos on grooming border terriers?
You are great at explaining but could you do a short video showing large overgrown black nails? I purchased a dremel and want to do a good job on my dog’s nails but 90% of them are jet black and I just want to make the experience was as positive as can be. Thank you!
Saw your other comment, glad you found my ‘black nails’ vid!
💜💜💜 thanks 🙏
As a cosmetologist who did nails and hair, I know that if you hold that Dremel down on the nail bed too long in one spot, it can become hot as fire. How do I keep from having the dog feel that burning sensation? When will I know it’s too much? if I’m just on the dead keratin in the toenail, am I safe and he will not feel any pain?
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This is video is so helpful - thank you for making it! This may be a stupid question, but here it goes: my dog has clear nails - I can see his quicks through his nails before I start dremeling, but the quick soon becomes hard to see as I begin dremeling because they get 'scratched'. Then I don't know how much more I can dremel before hitting the quick. Any suggestions?
Grinding can cause a surface to get hot quickly but I have have yet to hear anyone talk about this with a dogs nails. It seems like pressure and/or length of time grinding could cause the nail to get too hot and hurt the dog. Am I wrong about this?... Also, I would very much recommend using a vacuum with a hepa filter right after practicing with a "lead" pencil and don't let any pets into that area during practice until after cleanup. Good video's BTW. From what I have seen so far you show genuine concern and analytical thinking in being compassionate and empathetic to the dog. Some groomers seem to be lacking in this area.
Yes, de facto the nail will get hot if you concentrate in an area too long. That’s why you modulate you pressure and have a technique or rounding the nail.
Also, not sure from you comment but that isn’t lead in pencils, it’s graphite.
That name came from the paint that was used in the pencils in earlier eras which clearly isn’t used today.
Which dremel do you recommend? I have 3 whippets who are not overly thrilled when I have to dremel their nails.
How do you hold a small dog in your arms while doing this? Also I got a dremmel and was able to use it but it didn't take much off. Do I need to press harder? The dremmel I got has a safety cover on it. Does that matter?
Thanks!
Great Video!
What about the dew claw? My dog has injured that a couple of times because the claw gets so long and catches when she plays.
My gosh, that was a big sigh. LOL! My GSD has black nails. I have no idea where the quick is.
Best dremel grooming video I've seen, and I've been watching a boatload! Do you recommend the metal tip as opposed to anything else? And is it okay to use a regular vs. special dog grooming dremel? Thanks for the great instruction.
Thanks! I prefer the metal tips, but there’s nothing wrong with using sandpaper ones! Here’s a video where I talk more about that and compare lots of options: ruclips.net/video/hlz33gbGqW0/видео.htmlsi=18KwnSMj4VqqWdEP A regular dremel is fine but I recommend cordless and not corded.
Your dog acted cute in the video. I can't believe how close you could get to his toes and not dremel them by mistake.
I need to see if you have a video on how to keep a dog's long fur away from the dremel. A friend uses a guard attachment, but it looks clunky to me.
I totally do have that video! Here’s a link: ruclips.net/video/S5wBJtlDbgY/видео.htmlsi=fQ-6TwzhJK6EKIDI
Thank you! My chihuahua has black nails and I’m so worried about hurting her.
I have this black nails vid, hope it’s helpful! ruclips.net/video/ywdRNvS1-jg/видео.htmlsi=eDqqObURzPhzvIPh
What dermal head do you want to be using for your dog's nails?
Pencils are made with graphite, not lead :) but great tutorial! Much thanks!
What brand diamond tip do you use?
Where is your store located? I have been trying to recede my dogs' quick but hasn't been able to produce meaningful results. I might have to bring them to you.
What speed should you use? And what type of sanding drum do you have? It looks different than the one it comes with
Here’s my what speed vid: ruclips.net/video/V5MOC9eJg-M/видео.htmlsi=29SmKrgrHC5i-PHD and here’s a quick overview of the Diamagroove bit: ruclips.net/video/HRmxHql1T7Q/видео.htmlsi=fvrBHOOrzuOaFY0u Plus a comparison of metal bit features: ruclips.net/video/hlz33gbGqW0/видео.htmlsi=RBioOi9sF_WauXaG
What are the advantages of the Dremel vs just cutting the nail and allowing them to file on the pavement? Trying to decide if I should buy one or if my current method is sufficient. I just trim a little bit of nail each day while my puppy is chewing a bone and she doesn't even notice.
The dremel allows you to get closer to the quick and a smoother finish. Rounder nails sometimes mean less scratching (like if your dog jumps on people a lot or you have an elderly person around with thin skin or something like that). So if clipping the nails has been sufficient for you there’s not necessarily a reason to move into the dremeling space unless there’s a problem you’re trying to solve. If clipping is working for you, you can just continue!
Thank you so much for the reply! @@GoodDogGrooming
Do you have to take breaks with a nail because the dremel can make the nail get hot, too hot for dog?
What attachment do you use? I bought a dremel, but it doesn't have an attachment that looks like that. The one that comes the closest is a much rougher. Would love to know what you use with your dog.
Here’s a video where I compare many kinds of metal bits for doing dog’s nails, in all price ranges: ruclips.net/video/hlz33gbGqW0/видео.htmlsi=AnW-dRzz-oGe0qOy Also, look for my “which grit” video under my dremeling dog’s nails playlist!
What do you do if your furbaby hates getting their nails done and tries to snap at you while you’re doing them with nail clippers? Because I have little chihuahuas and she hates getting her nails done and using one of these dremels might hurt her mouth if she tries to bite it.
I use a lickmat with peanut butter on it and my dogs are so busy enjoying their treat they let me grind their nails.
Quick question. What speeds to you typically use?
I made a video for that! ruclips.net/video/V5MOC9eJg-M/видео.htmlsi=GXuudx6mDFGMuYEQ
@@GoodDogGrooming thank you!
The mine consists of a paste of graphite, clay and water that is fired. The “lead” in the name is simply due to confusion with lead ore. So it is absolutely non-toxic.
Thanks! I know, but my text on screen was to avoid getting more “It’s GRAPHITE. Not lead.” comments haha!
Which dremel do you use?
What kind of Dremel do you use?
Where is your grooming business located?
At what Dremel speed please?
I made a what speed video, here’s a link! ruclips.net/video/V5MOC9eJg-M/видео.htmlsi=d3m6LTMdtRoeSeH0
The problem with my dog who has black nails is he doesn’t like you holding his feet out in front of him annnnd he has long hair ( slippers ). He so doesn’t like you picking and messing with his toes so it’s a struggle. I’m also a nail technician and I know these e-file machines can cause a burning sensation if you don’t move it enough.
Here are a few vids that might help: black nails vid- ruclips.net/video/ywdRNvS1-jg/видео.htmlsi=KBKsSceZYsXR_rke A video showing how you can turn the front paws upside down kinda under their belly: ruclips.net/video/v4O-dBBYt1Q/видео.htmlsi=W7lpzkkFtU1R7IhC One more “holds” video- ruclips.net/video/QWdb28nwDqc/видео.htmlsi=61MLML9cI_Csniea and finally, how to trim nails on furry feet: ruclips.net/video/S5wBJtlDbgY/видео.htmlsi=aYmprFC163vy0iyb Hope some of those are helpful!
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Honestly someone needs to make a video on training your dog to have its nails filed, because this is hugely difficult for some dog owners. I can't even get my dog to stay in the same room when the dremel is running.
I got one burp on one of her nails, basically touched it for a second on low speed and she yanked her paw away and growled (which is a never before in history) and now its pretty much impossible.
I have a Wahl 2 which I'm keeping for other use..... but I may have to surrender on the nail filing altogether :(
@c.rutherford it's all about creating positive associations with the behavior you want. I'd start by just having the dremel visible to her (but at a distance), and reward her for seeing it and not reacting. She will start to associate the dremel with getting treats. Then move up to asking her to sniff it. Don't force it - let her get comfortable, and reward her each time. Eventually you'll have to move up to turning it on. Since it's noisy, start with it at a distance...turn it on and back off, and give her a treat. Just keep working on each new phase until she's comfortable.
A "lead" pencil is not made with lead (for many years); it is graphite. Not poisonous but the fine dust from pencil or dog toes wouldn't be healthy if you have prolonged exposure.
I made a video where I recommend mask-wearing while dremeling, but I don’t wear masks in most of my videos especially because often times I need to talk/explain. Sometimes I forget to wear one. But I always preach that it’s a good idea! Here’s that vid: ruclips.net/video/qb7E_hpo9zY/видео.htmlsi=qo2xGRpaX90IBhWh
If you have ever tried a Dremel on your on toenails, you know that they get hot very quick.
I am sure the dogs are the same. Just my two cents worth! Please take that into consideration.
Bender was not impressed 😂
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Don't trim a dogs rear nails as much. If they don't have that grip. They can lose footing and end up getting a CLL tear, hip issues, and the joint related issues. Think about you slipping on ice. I know this because, I used to trim my dogs rear nails as short as the front and well... She tire her CCL. It looks months of rest to recover from it. That or pay $5000 for surgery and still have give them rest, CBD, Curcumin, and glucosamine.
Thank you for sharing your experience! There is tons of debate online over the “ideal” length, and this is a super important consideration!
I wish you mentioned how hot and painful this becomes for your dog if you do it more than few seconds at the same spot.
Imagine how many dogs might get hurt because ppl really don't know these things
Various degrees of tolerance….yeah mine is at a zero! Takes two grown men to hold her down. Shes 17 lbs! 😂
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Listen people , no need to clip a dog's nails it's dangerous and stresses them out . Just take them for walks and that will file them down or rub the nails on a sidewalk that will definitely file them down . Think about it !!!
You have answered tons of questions. I am so glad I found your video. I have been trying for months . So much information. Thank You
There's no lead in a pencil. It's graphite.
Yeah duh it's still called the 'lead' though 🙄
I'm going to respectfully disagree here. Nothing wrong with grinding the center. Think about it. What happens when you clip a nail? You are cutting through the center. The key is just not to overgrind too short (like clipping). Grinding the top of the nail is odd and doesn't shorten the nail (which is the point of grinding a nail). But hey, if it works for you great.
I mean, I agree that grinding the center is fine until the dremel bit gets to the quick… but this method is talking about getting to the quick from the side angle and the top angle. So you still get there, but more nail material is also taken off above and around the quick. Check out this vid for visuals on what I mean: ruclips.net/video/atDNj95oDl0/видео.htmlsi=aXkNgcllKDl8LqY4 So, on principle I do agree that you could grind in the middle and get them as short as clipping once across. But even when I clip I take extra material around the quick after the initial cut. (See this vid if you’re interested in that demo: ruclips.net/video/gX70oeDwA0M/видео.htmlsi=RHmAp9WJ3OBf4aqb)
@@GoodDogGrooming Ah gotcha. That makes sense. And you've found that even if the nails are the same length, taking material on the sides and tops causes the quick to retreat more? It just seems to odd grinding the tops of the nails given "we don't do that to our nails" lol.
So you are aware, lead pencils do not contain any lead. The black center of the pencil is actually graphite. While it’s not a good idea to inhale it, it isn’t the health risk that actual lead is.
Please tie up your long hair when using a deemed tool for safety.
1) Dogs do not have nails, humans have nails.
2) Dogs have claws like other mammals such as cats, tigers, lions, and wolves.
3) Claws are different to nails. Nails give our fingers a hard end with which to grip small objects, they are curved two dimensional. Claws provide a grip to run, climb and fight, without claws a dog has soft pads which would not work. They are round in cross section and taper to a useful rounded point.
4) Like the wolves they were originally bred from, dogs claws are grown in layers [like an onion] and they come off in layers, leaving a pergectly formed claw behind.
5) Wolves and other wild species do not haver groomers following them around in the wild to cut their 'claws', like dogs they chew at their claws while grooming their feet, and layers come away if the dog wants to shorten them. Any uncomfortable claws will be evident to the animal while walking or tunning.
6) I have had dogs for over sixty years and have never cut their claws let alone used an industrial rotary power tool on them, ever wondered what that feels like to the dog? Vibrating the most sensitive part of the foot can't be pleasant.'
7) Ihave found dog claws on the floor sometimes, but they mostly are eatern, providing useful keratin for growing new layers.
8) Dogs claws do not grow to crippling length if not cut by the 'loving' owner or 'expert' who thinks dogs have nails. That's hortses dear.
9) Dogs are a natural species whoch knpows hpow to be a dog. Learn what that means from them, and stop abusing them in the blind belief it is what they need. They need humans to stop treating them like human babies who never 'grow up',
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Peter Simmons: I have seen many dogs with nails curled under the toe pads. Digging in and causing wounds. I highly recommend you search some images online, especially some rescue videos. It’s not pleasant.