New Dremel PawControl Dog Nail Grinder Review and Paw Test

Trimming your pet's nails can be nerve wracking. Many dog owners do not want to perform this grooming task for fear that they will clip the nail too short. Using a dog nail grinder provides peace of mind, as it slowly files the nail instead of clipping off a large piece at once. The Dremel PawControl is a new model from the Dremel company that is specifically designed to help pet owners trim their pup's nails with ease.
Full review here: topdogtips.com/dremel-pawcont...
There are pros and cons to using nail grinding tools, but many pet owners and professional dog groomers find them very effective. It is still possible to grind the nail down too short, but it's much less likely to expose the quick while using a nail grinder than it is when using traditional dog nail clippers.
"The Dremel PawControl will work for about 1.5 hours of continuous use. After that, it will start to slow down. The company states that it will run for up to 3 hours on a full charge. However, you probably won't be using it for that long (unless your'e a professional groomer), so I don't think that will be a deal breaker for most pet owners."
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[@bwjbrown]

3:19 - This will be obvious to anyone that owns power tools - The lock button should only be used when changing bits (using the wrench to loosen/tighten the collet (the housing that the bit slides into place and you manipulate with the wrench)). Without the lock button, the motor shaft would just spin and frustrate your attempts to change bits. Hitting the lock button while the motor is spinning would be very BAD for your tool. Instead, adjust the power switch to the off position if you want to take a breather. For my pooch, I let her get used to the sound of the grinder before I attempted to use on her nails. I actually turned it on, put it down on the floor, and would put a treat on top of the motor housing for her to retrieve. Her fondness of treats and her association with getting said treats before & after getting her nails trimmed developed a positive outlook on the whole process. BTW - she hates vacuums but is perfectly fine with the grinder - the noise level & frequency are not alarming, but it's always good to introduce slowly and take into consideration there's never one-for-all solution.

[@stephenrumore277]

Where did you purchase yours? Can't find it anywhere!

[@amberf7438]

This is great advice, thank you!

[@garypudup2109]

Damn it Jim I'm a dog trainer not a doctor...kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpzOg5amgKyMiq8

[@christakumar9286]

Thank you for this - it's really helpful .

[@bwjbrown]

@@stephenrumore277 Sorry, I missed your question somehow, I purchased on Amazon.

[@maihuychung5686]

I'm new to Dremels, but this thing has been great. kzbin.infoUgkxfPgcZ5_Cl0HDUKkMJAKde11YKQZVgMoR The variable speed is awesome and the cordless aspect makes it so easy to work with. I am constantly finding uses for it that make tasks easier. Recently I put in a new deadbolt on one of our doors. I knew I had to enlarge the hold where the deadbolt goes into the door frame. At first I thought I would have to get a big router and figure out how to use it for that, but then I rermembered we have the dremel. I was able to enlarge the hole almost as easy as if I was drawing with a pen. It's also great for grinding our dog's nails done and so many other household tasks.

[@222bijoux]

There are 3 positions on the housing so that you can position the guard closer or farther from the sanding disc, depending on your needs. I could not for the life of me get the nail guard to position 3 which is what I need for my pup. I contacted a Dremel rep who let me know that the 3rd position is for use with a different Dremel tool, and for this particular Dremel, the position should be at 2. If you need it to be closer (as I do) then move the position of the disc up in the shaft. Worked like a charm!

[@KWPS]

So helpful, thank you. I didn’t realize you could slide the bit UP and move to position 1/2. I was trying to slide it down and stay in 3.

[@Jerilyn89]

Can you explain how to move the position of the disc up? Thank you so much!

[@massiveyellow5902]

Do NOT press the lock button while the motor is running as she suggest in the video. The lock button is for assembly/disassembly of the attachments on the spindle.

[@bakedjohnwick4793]

I know right stupid af!

[@klee9016]

Yep! It actually scares me that she's advising people to lock it. Can you just imagine if your dog's hair got caught in it. 😮 That was so grossly irresponsible of her.

[@Zerpersande]

#whiny-voice

[@PBandJ229]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@neiljohnson5351]

I reckon a course grit sanding drum should suffice! Be mindful of the heat generated on the nails when sanding down though, back away every 5 seconds or so...

[@gorgemusic]

Anyone who has ever used a rotary tool should realize that to use this on a dog with long hair on the paws could be quite dangerous without the guard in place that covers the spinning shank. Long hair could instantly wrap around the shank and result in quite a severe injury to the digit.

[@222bijoux]

thank you, for the head's up. all my tiny dogs are long haired. this dremel is a bit big anyhow.

[@klee9016]

I have mine arriving this evening. I'm using it on a small Maltese. The whole reason I bought it was because of the fact that it's got that top disc and the guard. I have used other dremels before where they just have the spinning band and they have caught her hair and it's a nightmare from you-know-where.

[@tugboat8475]

This looks amazing. I was going to buy a Dremel drill with the attachments but this looks easier. Our three dogs hate the nail clippers? Thanks.

[@williamchamberlain2263]

Bought a _different Dremel version that uses 4 AA batteries_ 3 years ago, bought another 15 months ago ; *_significant_* drop in build quality over that time: top guard section works loose, switch sticks, battery holder does not click home, battery holder works loose, battery holder is 2-part and hard to load with new batteries.

[@JadedPyrite]

This tool doesn’t use batteries though.

[@williamchamberlain2263]

@@JadedPyrite good point: different model - updating my comment

[@MaDol867n]

Sadie You did good girl 💕💕

[@karendorman412]

Thanks bwbrown. That stops the spinning!

[@pawpower1023]

I had this years ago and idk if mine was broken or what but it would get really hot and it burnt my dogs paw. I decided to just trim her nails the old fashioned way after that

[@rosebryant2503]

Out of the two Dremels which one would you prefer?

[@kimnewell2597]

Have this but I'm still trying to get the hang of it. The blade pulls the nail and doesn't really get a "grip" to trim. Should I make it closer or shorter? I have to hold the nail in order to get it stable but then that makes it really hard to get to the nail. I'm a bit nervous on tryin the cylinder grinder. I think I can hold the paw squeezing the nail out so I can grind it with my other hand. I didn't see where you demo'd that. Appreciate any suggestion.

[@Will-nm8zq]

My research the noise is the big issue causing stress for the dogs. The Dremel tool is too loud for my dogs. I use the lucky tail model. It's 100 percent more quiet, lighter, easier to handle, easier tip change.

[@emilystubbs5650]

Agreed. It's the noise that does the drimmel in for my and my friends dogs. I have two different size dremels for other purposes. So of course I tried them. But they're just a hard no.

[@kontoname]

What a load of crap. Did you ever visit school? 100 percent more quiet means it has no sound at all. Not even a nail clipper or scissors are absolutely silent. Secondly dogs are not meant for idiots. They need to be trained so they do NOT get stressed or frightened by loud noises. What I see is you just not having a clue how to properly train a dog so it doesn't get stressed out by every day noises that could appear ANYWHERE, even just walking the streets and somebody using a power tool for work. Get a cat instead please. They don't need as much guidance from their owner as dogs do.

[@joeleeman9886]

Sadie's like what are you doing to my tootsie.

[@karendorman412]

It's not as easy changing the sanding disc for the sanding drum as you said. First, you have to remove the piece with the blue bottom to which the sanding disc fits. If you place the wrench on the bottom mandrel, it turns without stopping and without releasing the piece that holds the disc. If I could take the disc holder off, I might be able to install the sanding drum. Help!

[@janet57atlanta]

Why isn't this Demel Paw Control Nail grinder available right now? Amazon doesn't have it or Dremel either?

[@roofusJohnson]

I see it on Amazon right now. Maybe it was too soon.

[@brianwarner308]

aww Sadie is cute

[@mariafonseca6030]

Which one you recommend with infrared dog nail trim?

[@muddywaters538]

How do you replace the flat sander with the round one? I’m trying to get all the parts off to put the round plastic tube on them the round sander.

[@aileenkrauchi6553]

I have a regular dremel tool, does this top attachment fit on it?

[@KE5ZZO]

What accessory to use???? Sanding drum. Or sanding stone?????

[@chuckhennemann356]

Would you recommend that one or Dremel 8050?

[@piksaur]

Not sure why you never got a response but the 8050 has been discontinued

[@Faith9120]

As per the instuctions you are using the guard upside down?

[@topgunnmom1]

I have a small dog and I can't use this with the guard. His nails aren't long enough. Keep that in mind if you're considering this for a small dog.

[@MikeJones-in3uk]

I have small dog as well. He is only 5lbs , what do you recommend?

[@DirtNassty]

Takes half of a second to take the gaurd off lol... The original dremel trimmer doesn't have a guard and is half the cost, just buy the original 👍

[@karenortega2046]

@@DirtNassty could you link the original Dremel trimmer?

[@222bijoux]

There are 3 positions on the housing so that you can position the guard closer or farther from the sanding disc, depending on your needs. I could not for the life of me get the nail guard to position 3 which is what I need for my pup. I contacted a Dremel rep who let me know that the 3rd position is for use with a different Dremel tool, and for this particular Dremel, the position should be at 2. If you need it to be closer (as I do) then move the position of the disc up in the shaft. Worked like a charm!

[@amberf7438]

Sound wise is it how does it compare to other grinders? My dogs really that their nails clipped, and Ive had to take them to get them done at the vet. Which really does add up. One dog is only 16# so I can hold him and do it (But I hate doing it because he really hates it and it's stressful for both of us.), but the other is 75# and really fights it, and its really hard for me to cut them. I even bought the nail clipper the groomer uses to trim larger dogs nails. =(

[@dano2490]

You can't just introduce this to your dog day one and expect to grind all his nails. You need to train your dog to accept it. Start by having the machine on near your dog and give lots of pats and encouragement (or even a biscuit). Over time slowly move the device near him until he is more curious than scared and starts sniffing it. Eventually try touching one nail with it. slowly work up to use it longer and on more nails. Throughout the entire experience give affection and re-assurance and dog treats if your dog is food driven.

[@emilystubbs5650]

Regardless of how you introduce, the Dremels are either too loud or too high pitched for my dogs.

[@jsantiago02]

Mine won't go to the 3 position because the pad rides too high. How did you solve that?

[@222bijoux]

There are 3 positions on the housing so that you can position the guard closer or farther from the sanding disc, depending on your needs. I could not for the life of me get the nail guard to position 3 which is what I need for my pup. I contacted a Dremel rep who let me know that the 3rd position is for use with a different Dremel tool, and for this particular Dremel, the position should be at 2. If you need it to be closer (as I do) then move the position of the disc up in the shaft. Worked like a charm!

[@futbol1972]

Could I use tool for dyi home projects too?

[@Opinionatedchic]

Excellent video...sheesh $49.99 just 2 years ago. Bought this on Amazon for $59.94 a couple days ago. Inflation is real folks.😩

[@laurencrew5657]

Same!!

[@catcakie]

Same here, bought it for $60

[@MikeJones-in3uk]

I have small dog. He is only 5lbs , what do you recommend?

[@djsilver70]

Mike Jones, I use Scholl Velvet Smooth Footcare System Pink on my papillon/poodle.

[@222bijoux]

@@djsilver70 I just looked that up and I am wondering how you keep their long hair away from the roller?

[@MeredithLawwson]

They don’t make one that’s quiet?

[@happyeggroll5267]

It's a grinder.... ..... ....

[@Rebel9668]

Too bad they don't come corded like my old dremel tool. No need to worry about batteries at all.

[@richrichardson8196]

This is a waste of money. Just use a regular sanding bit or grinding head on pretty much any rotary tool. Go slow and don't take too much off the first few times. Most dogs nails grow a "hook" at the end when they're getting too long. Taking off the hook is not a worry. Just take a little off every few days and both you and your dog will get used to it. You can see the quick better from underneath, especially with black nails. Treats always help.

[@kristopherfoley1633]

"Do everybody at the same time" lol 🤣 FYI, my dog wouldn't be happy with the noise. Not gonna spend 50+ dollars on a waste

[@DisgustedGenXr]

🤦🏻. Remodel = New Version Drill bit= Grinding wheel Lock button= How you loosen chuck to remove tool.

[@kevinhartzenberg4263]

and the 45Deg angle..... This vid should just be removed. imagine pressing the lock button to "stop it for awhile" while it is on

[@suzannebarley4365]

Cannot find anyone who sells this - all I keep on getting is "unavailable" - and etc!!

[@crazydogladyfl]

Amazon sells them

[@BCWasbrough]

Would this help? us.dremel.com/en_US/products/-/show-product/tools/7760-pgk-dremel-pawcontrol-cordless-rotary-tool-kit

[@sdean1978]

Not intended to be rude, but the example was done completely wrong. She mentioned the 45° angle and then proceeded to not do it at that angle. No one should EVER go straight at the nails, like seen here. It should start perpendicular to the bottom of the paw and work up to a 45° angle. This is due to the curve in their nails and the quick.

[@miker5700]

Stupid these are all out of stock everywhere even on dremel site ebay has one listed there but person wants 188$ when all other things say should be 50

[@denedene5451]

Have you ever gone to the nail salon to get a manicure and the nail lady drills your nail without holding your nail steady ? So it's bumpy and uncomfortable.....that's really bad and it's extremely annoying and I feel like that's how your dog feels when you use that on her

[@alexlongfield2113]

Geez watch your finger with the side of that thing 5:48

[@ernestleyva1551]

That looks like more trouble than it's worth.

[@ishouldbesleeping1354]

Not sure I can tell how much you like it…not much of a review

[@24nikita]

The worst demo I`ve ever seen.

[@happyeggroll5267]

I have 2 of them and each worked a single time then still not recharge DO NOT BUY

[@braconnerie]

poor dog he don't like this

[@dano2490]

You can't just introduce this to your dog day one and expect to grind all his nails. You need to train your dog to accept it. Start by having the machine on near your dog and give lots of pats and encouragement (or even a biscuit). Over time slowly move the device near him until he is more curious than scared and starts sniffing it. Eventually try touching one nail with it. slowly work up to use it longer and on more nails. Throughout the entire experience give affection and re-assurance and dog treats if your dog is food driven.

[@runningwater7873]

This women is irresponsible and needs to be sued for giving out information to ha rm animals. She is so maliciously sadistic. Another one giving out horrific information.

[@urbanstenberg197]

This video could have been 30 sec long. What a useless demo!

[@Patricia-hu5fd]

You're not very confident. Sorta awkward

[@ffggvfg4323]

Dermal says to only use the first speed

[@Charlie_Underscore]

Leave it to a woman to make a 2 minute video into 6 by over explaining the hell out of something so simple. Strong women!