How To Clip And Dremel BLACK Nails

"What if my dog has black nails?" .....my absolute most common question! I hope this video helps clear up the mystery. I do demo after demo, on several different nails, with explanation. After watching this video, my hope is that you will finally understand how to trim black nails.
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[@brittneystark8667]

Thank you so much for making this video I have a 3 year old German Shepherd and learning about black nails for the first time so thank you very much for the city I appreciate it and will be doing this for the first time and feeling more confident now after watching this video thank you so much

[@camenviro]

My 9 month old female Rhodesian Ridgeback was very skittish of having her nails trimmed. A groomer we went to (our first) suggested using a muzzle even though there were 3 of us trying to keep her still (she’s 85 lbs). The muzzle seemed to calm her right down as well as protecting us from nips and protecting the dog from trying to sniff too close to the Dremel. Your video has taught me how to trim on my own and we’ve made tons of progress but I still use a muzzle even though my dog is now accustomed to the trimming process. It has an immediate calming effect on her. Hopefully this tip might help someone else who is struggling to keep their dog calm while trimming.

[@SaraJAwesome]

Finally!!!! I have 3 dogs and one with light nails and two with black. And the older two have long quicks that I’m trying to recede. Now I know how to get closer without hurting them! I’ve never quicken them, but it’s because I’m too scared to go shorter! Now I know how far I can go and still be safe. I can’t take them to the groomers because I’ve tried and they said they won’t behave. They will let me do it with help from a family member. Now I can finally do it right and get them where they need to be! You’re AMAZING!!!!!! No one has ever showed the quicks as well as you! Or how to remove the helmet! I didn’t know the quick was more on the bottom and not centered either! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂

[@GoodDogGrooming]

I am beyond happy that this video was so useful for you! 🐶🐶🐶🧡💜💕

[@jfivemediamatters]

I groom my 2 Portuguese Water Dogs but always hated to do the nails because I once hit the quick.. I studied your videos, purchased the Dremmel and the recommended tip and what a difference it makes. After 8 weeks of weekly nail trims, the dogs look great. I was treating daily with the Dremmel when they would offer their paw on command and now they come running when I turn it on. Thank you!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

What a success! Thanks for sharing!! 🐶😀

[@teddyhugger21]

This is the best video I’ve seen actually showing the quick. Thank you!!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

You’re so welcome! Thanks for watching!!

[@loiseax]

Very helpful! My dog just ran away… she knows what we’re about to do

[@catherinereed7000]

😆😂

[@Leslee_Eddy]

The best nail video out there! Thank you!!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

So kind of you! I worked hard on it so I’m so glad to hear good feedback! 🐶🦴💕 Thank you for watching

[@susanwingblade1799]

@@GoodDogGrooming Agree, 100%!!!

[@jaelynscentme]

It really is!!!

[@MusicLover-sb7mo]

Thank you. I was one of the recent viewers requesting this video. I knew of the circle on the bottom of the black nail. We trim lightly once a week or every 5 days if possible. His nails grow fast and are thick so have been impossible to get them short. Plus I have to bait him with a healthy spoonful of peanut butter smeared inside a bowl to distract him. What has been a game changer is focusing on removing the helmet. I started dremelling the helmet of his nails 2 weeks ago after one of your other videos. Removal of the helmet is taking some time for us to get used to, but definitely gives me hope. I am noticing improvement in the overall shape and length of his nails already. Removing the helmet makes the nails less thick and easier to see and handle. I do believe his quick will recede steadily and we will eventually get his nails to a normal length, maybe even shift trimming to once every other week. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

This makes my heart soooo happy! 🐶🦴💕

[@lorilaw2604]

I'm lovin' this information also 👍❤️ thank you

[@lorilaw2604]

Well my dog groomer Has said that I will not try this on my dog. He refuses. I am frustrated and I need to find someone that can do this. I don't know where to start, maybe at a vet. Which could be pricey. This is where it would be great to have a husband lol to Be my helper.. No I would be his helper.

[@georgetteetourneaux3350]

@@lorilaw2604 my vets chg 10-15 bucks to clip nails- I usually ask them when ever we visit vet for other stuff.

[@lorilaw2604]

@@georgetteetourneaux3350 My dog groomer I've been going to for year and a 1/2 or more And he says he will not try. Makes me mad I have not been back to him and now I need to find a new one

[@barbroberts3153]

You have absolutely the best demos for closeups to see what the nail should look like through the process. Most videos have the technique, but not the close ups to show us what it should look like. Many thanks! Now if my Shih Tzu (with black nails) would just sit there nicely for the whole nail trim, it would be great. Currently a work in progress... Tolerates 3 of 4 paws for short dremeling. Many thanks again!!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

That’s SO awesome! 3 of 4 is better than none!! 😅 Thanks so much for watching 🐶💕

[@marytalcott1531]

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[@emmiep9459]

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[@dawnmellick]

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!!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

This is so awesome to hear, thank you so much 💜

[@vvcc1450]

I am finishing watching this video and Wow...this was a crazy improvement to the length of the first dog's nails......I've never seen anything like it! My dogs even after going to a groomer would still have long sharp nails.

[@kathyarch5449]

Wow. I'm in disbelief. Didn't know you coul start with such long nails and have them so short with one session. Will try this tomorrow. Thank you.

[@kevbob]

Color me enlightened. Had no idea I’d see the quick from the underside of our doggo’s claws. And I do!

[@vintagelady1]

Very few groomers actually work on nails---or maybe my dogs are so wiggly they can't do it properly, but in any case, I can't seem to get anyone to do it properly, with the consequence that the quick gets longer so they're even more reluctant to trim close & it just gets worse & worse. I wish every groomer would watch this video about 10 times!I guess the only solution is to just keep taking them in for trims every 2 weeks! Thank you for being so clear about the proper way to do this!

[@tranquility9325]

This lady is beyond awesome. Wow.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

😍

[@tranquility9325]

@@GoodDogGrooming 🤗

[@DanD20]

I haven't looked up a single dog video in ages, yet this popped up on my feed. I never thought (duh) to look up online how to best grind a dogs nails down, yet my dogs nails are way too long (and damn thick)! Vets always tell me they are too long to cut/grind, they'll be fine (wtf?!?!). I grind them myself, but not often enough and my dog seems to hate it. Watching this video was extremely useful on how best to work "around" the quick to work it down over time. My dog is going to love you!!! I already do :)

[@petersimmons3654]

Your dog hates it because the claws, not nails, are sensitive, how would you like a power grinder rotating your sensitive parts? They chew at them when long enough, and layers shed off, looking like a hollow claw unless they eat it [keratone source], Just like every wild specxies with claws, they shed layers, and ckaws are used to grip, fight, climb, run, nails are to keep the finger end from being floppy and not being able to grip, quite different. SWtop putting human values and fantasies onto dogsm every dog knows what it is to be a dog a million times better than you do. Learn from dogs, don't assume superiority.

[@DanD20]

@@petersimmons3654 I don't know who or what you're responding to 😂

[@ulrika.w]

Just used my phone flashlight mode to backlight my dogs dark nails and holy moly yes there really is like a "helmet" on top! Amazed of the thickness I could take off, and its normally when I do too much from the underside where it gets to a point he says, uhuh, no More mam! And they are still long... So interestlng!! Will try and work more on top and sides going forward!

[@kathy8998]

Excellent demo, very grateful for this.

[@colormewhimsy]

Great video thanks for the tips

[@nicoleedwinescobar6803]

Finally!!!! Thank you much, this video is so helpful! Great explanation.

[@jkay081]

Just found your videos and I love the explanations and camera work. This gives me hope for my very snippy and dramatic Min Pin! Your demo dog was such a good boy too😊

[@charmc4152]

You are an excellent teacher! ❤

[@Zerpersande]

I like that grinding wheel. I’d like one but those are pricey enough that I have to consider that the sandpaper drums work okay.

[@JohnOliver100]

Thanks so much. Very helpful.

[@bofirestonetreesgardens9276]

Thank you for this!

[@nurep13]

Great informative video. Thank you so much

[@craintree7621]

Your video is so very helpful. Thanks for sharing this, the visual (those closeups, yes!) and your explanations really help us understand, Good Dog Grooming!

[@MrsCynfuller]

Thank you for sharing this

[@DynastyTrickDogs]

Very professional and well done. Ive been looking for a good video like this to send to my clients who ask - thank you!

[@hollandspinehaven2634]

Great video... I learned alot.. I have a black lab with black nails so needed this video...

[@toymango71]

Thank you, the way you explain it "verbage and the video" was extremely helpful. Thanks again!

[@Soondoobu23]

I have my first black nailed dog and this is very helpful.

[@vvcc1450]

I love your videos on dog nails. I will be practicing on pencils this weekend. Thanks for teaching how to deal with black nails, I was feeling very lost about it since one of my dogs do have black nails.

[@kathysoc3733]

Nice instructional video. Very helpful!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@hollymcgrory3637]

Omg THANK YOU!!! I’ve been looking for a great video for dark nails! I have 3 Newfies in desperate need of nail trimming!!!

[@elisealligood8407]

Thank you SO much for these videos! I’ve been wanting to learn how to maintain my dog’s dark nails. Even when I’ve paid for trims, they come back jagged or not really trimmed that much shorter. This is SUPER helpful to make sure I’m not hurting her or going too short too fast. Now time to go practice on some pencils. :)

[@ericdowney6374]

Excellent work! Both on the nail care and the camera & instruction (viewer care).

[@Serenity12ZX]

Such a fabulous video, thank you!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thank you so much! Thanks for watching!!

[@goomer8]

That was one great lesson! Thank you!!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thank you!!

[@zdenkafialova8727]

Thats a huge help! Seems that I was dremmeling the wrong way :D Thank you

[@mmkeen927]

best nail video of all I've seen.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thank you!

[@kellynemecek5894]

Gonna start working on getting my dog’s nails into shape thanks to you ❤thank you I don’t want my baby to have health issues down the line from long nails.

[@ellepandaa]

This is probably the BEST visual I've seen so far. Thank you so so much!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

You’re so welcome! Thanks for watching!!

[@kathyharris1049]

Thank you so much

[@distracted5767]

Ooh im so glad i now know what and how to look for. Ill practise. I wish more People knew this. Not every one has money for the groomer, and the vet 2 times a year isnt enough. I need to find a grinding nail file like that. Ill play with his feet an nails a lot with a treat or toy to make him less reactive when i have to work on them. Thanks ! Greetings from Belgium

[@gerigolway1723]

Best vid ever!

[@TheOsfania]

You make it look easy (and possible for me). Thank you!!!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!!

[@jodyhenning2128]

Nice job u helped me

[@AdventureswithLycanmyGSD]

It is amazing how the black dog's toes were all drawn out when the nails were still long and how those toes go back to "cat" feet when the nails are short.

[@dogsareawomansbestfriend]

Thanks!!

[@devious17]

Appreciated, thanks

[@TheRose5357]

Appreciate this video I am a new dog owner and his nails are dark.. very informative

[@doggerel49]

I use the "DREMEL Micro (8050-N/18)" for trimming my Aussie's nails about once every 2 weeks for maintenance. It has a built in light! I use the 4th, out of 5, speeds. BUT... I must make sure that I don't leave the grinder touching/grinding the nail for more than a second, as it can make the nail tip very hot. Touch the tip of the nail right after you've Dremeled it, and that will tell you if you are using the right amount of time against the nail. If nail tip gets too hot, the dog will pull back suddenly (due to pain) and you'll have do some intervention to rebuild trust. Also, a tap-tap-tap technique against the nail rather than prolonged grinding will avoid overheating issues entirely. It might take a tad more time, but all worth it. Short, frequent sessions with copious surprise treats makes your pup come running to you when they see/hear a Dremel :)

[@onexray10]

What bit or bits? I use a Dremel #408 aluminum oxide 1/2” sanding drum for general and Dremel #932 3/8” finishing stone with a concave tip to round them off. Absolutely agree with your heat/friction technique. I think vibration and friction heat are the main things that adversely effect a dog’s acceptance to trimming.

[@terrapinflyer273]

Very nice info on heat and technique. Thank you! Getting ready to do my (/my ex-roommate's?) dog's nails for the first time and they are long 😬

[@SolHeizer]

@@onexray10 I use the diamond-coated nail grinder bits- 120 grit & those things don’t get hot; they’re terrific. They’re compatible with Dremels. They have a polishing “bowl” up top & I don’t have to worry about hair getting caught. Amazon has them diamondg (one brand but there’s more choices) rotary nail grinder bits❤️

[@MookieIsGod]

Fantastic. Thank you so much for the lesson. Do you go to all of the professional dog groomer pages and contradict them or just this one?

[@Tarot_Time_with_Belle]

Thank you

[@Gimpinalong]

Great video

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thanks!

[@mpolson4583]

Thank you for the instructions. First clear video on how and why! Any tips for left handlers by chance?

[@TheBaumcm]

Awesome video! Very instructive with true closeups. My little guy’s quick has been receding with your instruction and he’s been much more comfortable. I know from this video, I can take more than I was taking because I hadn’t really reached the quick yet.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Wonderful! Thank you for sharing! 🐶💕

[@BonquishaL]

Wow this is a wonderful video and I have also watched some of your others. Had an incident today where my lab pulled away at the clip and the quick has been bleeding all day! I really want to be invest in a Dremel and be diligent about trimming bc she really gets nervous on slick floors when they get too long. I'm so grateful for your videos and they make a lot of sense!

[@marissagall6997]

I have been searching for years and your videos about dogs nails, the quick, and cut or dremel are the most helpful and easy to follow with great examples 😁 thank u! I've never been excited to try again with my dog, he gives me a hard time. I feel much more confident now 👍👍👍

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thank you!!!!!

[@MM-jf1me]

This is the best tutorial I've ever found on how to find (and not nick!) the quick while encouraging the quick to recede. Thank you so much for sharing! I'm going to have to check out your other nail trimming videos that you've shared in your description. Speaking of your description, it looks like Amazon is no longer carrying the dremel model you use and is recommending a newer model -- looking at the specs of each, do you think the newer model may work as well?

[@BAZUHI]

Awesome

[@Zerpersande]

I had a pair of Miller Forge clippers that look like the ones in this clip. Thought they worked okay…until I bought a pair of Hirota clippers. About 3500¥ here in Japan. This was about $30 when I bought them. They are just so much sharper and are extremely well made. Haven’t used them in a long time because I started using a Dremel. Now I do my dog’s nails about once a week, sometimes more often. I find the best time to do his nails is when he’s taking a nap, just snoozing. I pick up a foot, touch it up a bit, takes only about a minute or less, and walk away. Then I just remember I did that paw and I come back later and do another. Sometimes it’s just 10 minutes later and he still snoozing. Every once in a while I’ll get some treats and lay down and do all four paws. Much easier than trimmers and much less likely to cause bleeding.

[@alejandrotaudil3689]

thanks!!!

[@vampyrebatz1704]

great video!! my two great danes both have black nails and i often end up catching their quicks when i trim them. with this information ill definitely be able to trim their nails without cutting their quicks!! thank you!!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

So glad it was helpful!! 🐶💙

[@basantupadhyay001]

Nice video

[@theChef1337]

Another great video!! Well done!!!!!

[@sharonmedlin6467]

Excellent viedo.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thanks Sharon!! 🐶💕

[@mariadodge6532]

Your video was awesome! My dog’s black nails have intimidated me from trying to cut them myself. Thank you for your demonstration!

[@anneg8319]

This is awesome. Thank you! Your demo dog was so good. My rescue boy still freaks out when we try to trim his nails. He's such a good happy boy otherwise. Went to vet after giving him anxiety medicine and they couldn't do it. Now will increase anxiety medicine dose at next visit and give to another try. At least he has many acres of woods to run free on which keeps his nails a fairly reasonable length. But they do scratch us and our floor and pull our carpet. But we love him. Great demo!

[@baklash1762]

You make the very best videos. Closeups are fantastic. I have begun to watch how you position your arms to get the best grip on the paws, because I have had trouble with my technique. Looking forward to the grinder bits comparison. I’ve had sanding tubes and two different metal ones. All are way toooo slow. And the Diamagroove is very expensive.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thanks so much!! Just in case the grit you’re using is causing issues, here’s my “which grit” video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXfZmKikdtihm9E

[@pamelagrantham73]

What a good dog & a good groomer. The patience is evident on both your parts. I've been thinking about getting another dog & since it's been a while since I did a doggo pedicure, this was so helpful. Thanks! 🐾🐾

[@romanakircher7647]

Thank you so much for showing how to do! The best video ever!

[@juliebngracieandolive6750]

Perfect! Thank you for the close up visuals of each side you are working on. Reassuring to see it’s not just snip bottom tip and done. To see such a clear visual, with your explanation of what to look for, is soo good!. My chihuahua has been so wiggly with her paws whenever I pause to see my progress. I bought a hanging grooming hammock. Game changer on the TIME it takes, like an extra pair of hands. Now I have no wiggle and clear visual of her nails as I dremel. That dew claw tho! So difficult to get the right angle and grip on tiny paws. Lol.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Oh yeah, dew claws are a whole video in and of themselves! (Eventually!) Thanks for watching!!

[@anneg8319]

Hanging grooming hammock. Wonder if that would work with my lab...?

[@GoodDogGrooming]

@@anneg8319 it is very possible. It would be a matter of finding one big enough (I’m sure they’re commercially available) and having a good place to “hang” the hardware from. Any hardware you use must be rated for the weight.

[@anneg8319]

Thanks. I'll look into it.

[@carolerichard5250]

Well behaved dog. 🐾❤️🐾

[@OnCloud9ASMR]

This was great help. Thank you.

[@wingnutbert9685]

I saw your vid a while ago. Best one I've seen that clearly shows what the tip of the quick looks like!!!! One has to see a clear example to know what to look for! Well done! I also bought a pair of the Millers Forge clipper you are using in this vid. They definitely have a higher quality edge that others I've owned. But it's a shame they don't improve the red 'grip'! It slides around and off and really ruins an otherwise great product. I think I'm going to toss them, clean and rough up the handles and try putting on a couple layers of heat shrink tube. Certainly can't be worse than the stock wet noodle grips! LOL!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

That’s an amazing idea and I think if someone designed clippers like what you’re describing they would be the best in the biz!!

[@wingnutbert9685]

@@GoodDogGrooming Heat shrink tube is easy to get and you can just use a lighter to shrink it.

[@aimeeseattle]

Hi! Just found your channel! Love this vid! What color does it look like right before the quick of lighter nails? Do you have a video with ligjt nail Dremeling? Thank you for you wonderful vid!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Hmm on lighter nails I would say it’s… beige? It’s basically a different texture and shade from the surrounding nail. Similar to the black nail situation except it’s light colors instead of dark. Jump to 7:32 for the demo in this vid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioLImIybrM5kiqM

[@lora1492]

Best video I have seen , I love how you explain the quick. I didn’t know that a Dremel could hurt Them same as clippers. I would like to know brand of Dremel you are using. I have a $40 pair, they don’t seem to grind like those. I won’t try clipping, don’t have the nerve, thanks to you I now know I have to be careful grinding as well. Mine doesn’t work as well as yours. I’m thinking it’s a good thing for my 2 year old Chihuahua, Ollie

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Well, I’m not particularly brand-loyal, but my rotary tool is a Dremel MiniMite. The Dremel 7300 PT is equivalent. I also like the HyperTough cordless rotary tool from Walmart. It has a light on the end which can be helpful. I’m planning a video explaining how to choose a dremel but until then those are all good options.

[@sherryanimallover7506]

Poor sweet dog been not cared for obviously. I hope so much this beautiful dog gets a new safe loving forever home soon. ❤️🇺🇸😇🕊😇🇺🇸❤️

[@ginnygu7930]

Oh God…why Im getting so anxious 😂

[@mariusneumayer4419]

I NEVER CLIPPED HIM, and the nails are short that they don't touch the ground. Every 2 weeks I take my Husky / German shepherd on asphalt parking lot and make him chase the ball 10 times.

[@Zerpersande]

Yeah, I did that with my last golden retriever. My house is on a cul-de-sac and so I would just take him outside and let him ‘do his name’ for a while a few times a week. White marks all over the pavement. But the real reason that I didn’t trim his nails was that he didn’t like it. I didn’t get him until he was six months old and he had food aggression at that time. The only time I tried to trim him he ‘exposed his teeth’. Other than that he was an extremely gentle and friendly dog so I just decided that I would let the groomer do it a couple of times I took him a year and the rest of the time the asphalt would do the trick. But with my new golden I got him at eight weeks and almost immediately started grinding his nails. Now he’s used to it and the best time is when he’s snoozing. If I only do one paw he hardly wakes up.

[@M.J_cosplay]

My husky mix’s dew claw alw be gettin me tho

[@hollandspinehaven2634]

I did the same thing with my last lab mix untilmhe got to old to run the nails down. Then he had to be retrained for safe nail trims..

[@mckenzyworthington5459]

We did that with my old man before he couldn't run anymore. Now he's 13 and I have to trim them.

[@mariusneumayer4419]

True. He is young, healthy, and runs. Trimming is not necessary for now. He will get old, and I will have to use a dremel.

[@hungryhounds]

Wondering if you can keep the bit on the nail for so long when using sandpaper. I’ve always kept the dremel moving quickly b/c it gets hot. I believe you are using diamagroove, and it doesn’t heat like sandpaper.

[@omaha1361]

Hi there what cordless Dremel is that? I have a smaller one but i like the big diamond bit that has on it. Could you please let me know what model and if it comes with that bit as well? Thanks so much

[@nicoleashton5842]

Great video! I’m writing a blog on the importance of nail trimming for maintaining health and well-being in our dogs on my website (I do canine massage) and just wanted to ask permission to link your KZbin videos as they explain the HOW TO much more clearly than I could 😊 and leaving people hanging with just the WHY without solutions is not my intention.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Yes please! What’s your website/blog called? I’d love to take a look! Feel free to link my videos, I appreciate it!

[@nicoleashton5842]

@@GoodDogGrooming Thank you, I appreciate the time and effort you have put in making these videos. My website is www.k9mobilemassage.com.au and i will link my blog post here as soon as I have my hubby edit it for me lol ( I totally get to a point where I can't see my own errors and need fresh eyes )

[@GoodDogGrooming]

@@nicoleashton5842 I just read it! Thanks that was so awesome!! It’s been a goal of mine to have other people like my videos enough to share them without my prompting… thanks for making that a reality! 🐾💙

[@OdetteMorin]

You are amazing…it is so scary just looking at you and the Dog is so so good. Wow! My Mya would never be able to stand this

[@f.demascio1857]

Great demo. I wish there were some still shots of what you showed us, there was too much motion to see what you're pointing at. Wish me luck!

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Thanks for reminding me, I’ve been meaning to put together a video that’s basically just a slideshow of close up nail pics!!

[@kathigratton2286]

What drill do you recommend? Less noise

[@allykaminski703]

What grinder is on your dremmel? Thank you

[@ladonnamoore2018]

Helpful video! What kind of head is on your Dremel tool? My Dremel head looks like a sandpaper wrap, but yours seems to be maybe made of metal?

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Yes! The DiamaGroove is an expensive bit specifically for doing dogs’ nails. It’s $150 but it’s the best out there. Sandpaper bits work absolutely fine though! There are also more affordable metal bits. I have a video in the works where I compare available metal bits… for now, here’s my DiamaGroove vid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foPQqXunoZaHbbM

[@buffysadventures]

Thanks for this video! What speed do you use with the dremel? Mine has 5 speed options and I’m not sure which is best.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

Mine has 2 speeds, and I use high. On a 5 speed dremel I usually end up favoring the 4th speed. There’s not really a wrong answer, it’s just getting the right balance between powerful enough to work but still “quiet” enough for the dog!

[@yeyesirepeat]

What a good boy

[@georgetteetourneaux3350]

Any suggestions on quality nail clippers & Dremel? Looks like I need both. I don't think my clippers are sharp enough to cut & not crush. My groomer does not file the nails this short- so I need to learn how to do this. My last dog had her "quick" grow out bc her nails were always too long. Thx

[@GoodDogGrooming]

I like the Miller’s Forge red handled clippers. There’s a link in the video description. I also have some dremel links in the description… there’s no one “favorite” dremel that I recommend… but there are lots of good options!

[@shanchu07]

Thanks so much for this video! Do you find that the Diamagroove bit is a significant improvement over the regular dremmel bits?

[@GoodDogGrooming]

I am working on a video comparing all the metal bits… for now I’ll say this: I love the DiamaGroove! It is indeed a superior tool. It was worth it for me. But with the right grit, any of the metal bits OR the sandpaper can be equally effective.

[@shanchu07]

Thanks! I must admit I never thought too much about the difference that the dremmel bit could make. Looking forward to that video!

[@baklash1762]

@@GoodDogGrooming I have 3 different metal grits that came with a cheap grinder and they wear smooth very quickly. I found your link to an 80 coarse metal grit that you like, but it’s been out of stock for a while. I’ll keep checking. Meanwhile, I’m having trouble with my Cairn Terrier’s black nails. She has 3 dew claws, with a white/pinkish/clear stripe on the sides. I assume that is the quick, but it runs the full length of the nails to the very tip. I don’t see how I can grind or clip them at all without hitting the quick. I have a lot of trouble with dew claws anyway because they are almost a full circle, plus tiny on a small dog. Any ideas or suggestions? I’m learning a lot with your videos.

[@shellbell4447]

Great video. I always wondered how some people got their dogs nails so short but I have obviously been doing it wrong. Even my vet never got my dogs nails short enough. my Dremel is not a very good one. Yours works great, what kind is it?

[@GoodDogGrooming]

I use a dremel 7300PT or dremel minimite. Those are equivalent models for all intents and purposes. There are links in the video description if that helps. There are tons of other good options out there, even some with a light on the end to improve visibility… hope you find something you like! (Eventually I’ll make a video comparing different dremel options!)

[@eunice8116]

Great info can I get a diamond bur to use rather than the sand paper type my dogs claws are so hard and thick grow to fast I don't understand how quick they grow even after being walked so much

[@GoodDogGrooming]

You certainly can get a metal bit, but it’s not usually the factor that makes a difference in more “successful” dremeling. Here is a video comparing different options: kzbin.info/www/bejne/np3dZGadl6ykjZI I also have a “dremeling dog’s nails technique” video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioLImIybrM5kiqM and lastly, watch this video to understand how to get the nails as short as possible: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5TVZmWDnsufia8

[@beautybeyondthebeast9091]

I have an impossible to groom dog concerning his paws and nails. He will bite, he has bitten, can you recommend or do you know of any safe methods to just knock him out.

[@2Peachcobler]

Thanks for recommending this video I enjoyed it. But I will say Rocky had a lot to say about your video. He could hear the Dremel and the dogs barking in your video and he was not having anything to do with it. Bijou couldn’t have cared less, my guess is because I did her nails earlier tonight so she knew she was safe. In fact I’m charging my Dremel now it almost died before I finished the last nail.

[@GoodDogGrooming]

I hear lots of people tell me their dogs do NOT like my videos! Lol

[@outdoorsmom2000]

I found your other video so helpful too, I was starting to use the "thumb on thumb" technique today, works like a charm! Weird thing today though, my pup started growling a little when clipping his nails today. He's never done this before, he's 13 months, we usually do nails every 1-2 weeks, so it's not a new thing to him. I was worried because I thought maybe something was hurting his foot or was sticking in between his pads, or maybe a split nail, but he did this for all 4 paws and I couldn't figure out why. He even started mouthing my hand on the last front foot : / Any thoughts as to why (other things to look out for)?

[@GoodDogGrooming]

I have a guess that he’s just getting more opinionated now that he’s crossing into adulthood. But it’s hard to say without personally meeting the dog or knowing your situation better. What I would do is actually be firmer about saying “no” or whatever sound you use to mean stop (sometimes with my dogs, we say “ah-ah” to mean no) when you hear the growl. Always calm and unemotional though. Not angry when you say “no”. Increase reward when the dog tolerates a nail without growling. Maybe cut back to one or two feet per session for a short time until this behavior is in check. Don’t hesitate to consult a trainer or two to get more insight. I personally am not a trainer, I just know what I would try having worked with dogs for a while. Growling is a warning so if you ever think your dog might actually bite, be cautious. I would maybe even consider a muzzle if it was “bad” end to make you think he might bite. But ideally, this behavior is just him saying “I don’t like this” and you’re going to be able to communicate (over many sessions) “I know you don’t like it, but we gotta do it and you gotta behave.”

[@outdoorsmom2000]

@@GoodDogGrooming Thank you so much for your feedback! When he was first learning how to stand on the table for grooming, I used a lot of treats, and we did short sessions. I will try brining the treats back into it again, and doing 1 paw at a time, like in the beginning. The thought of a muzzle did go through my mind... we don't have one yet, and I hope not to need one for grooming... but I do hear it is good to have on hand, in case they happen to get hurt or something. It's so weird how a behavior like this can just "pop up," he is still young and learning, thanks again!

[@sherylreed3558]

Yeah, that's all well and good WITH A PUP THAT ISN'T SCARED CRAZY by the e clippers! What if a person has to work FAST!!?

[@GoodDogGrooming]

There’s often at least some level of desensitization that needs to take place in order for a dog to tolerate nail clipping and dremeling. I have a video about desensitization: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gny2ZnmPi8uSgtE but the gist is you want your training sessions to be way more positive than negative. If this means shorter sessions, that’s ok. There are dogs that can only handle having one nail done in a session… so in that case I would do one nail a day every day for a while… keeping the session as positive as possible with some kind of high value reward. Eventually you should be able to move up to 2 nails per session… and slowly grow from there. Hope that helps!

[@jmack11515]

What bit are you using in your Dremel