How to trim your dog's toenails

Step 6 Oh no, he's bleeding!

If you cut too close to the quick and the nail starts to bleed, apply the styptic powder to the nail tip and keep applying until the bleeding stops. A toenail will bleed for about 5 minutes if left unattended and while it may seem like a lot of blood all over your floor, it is very rarely harmful. However, a dog may be frightened by this and you may have to start from square one, acclimating him to the process again.

Comments

[ve_ness]

No more $12 mani-pedis for my doggies! Thanks for the Instructable!

[atscenter]

this was an excellent tutorial--I'm going to start the process tonight . Thanks very much.