How Do You Position A Dog For Nail Cutting?
Cutting your dog’s nails can often turn into a wrestling match complete with barking, biting and scratching. The key to making this work is to first position your dog properly. Read the following suggestions on how to position your dog while cutting its nails. Start working with your dog as a puppy to handle and touch his feet and pads. Rub and touch his feet regularly so he becomes accustomed to the touching, instead of resisting when you try to handle or touch his feet and pads. The older a dog is when you start trying to touch his feet, the harder he may resist. Place your dog on a table, counter or elevated surface for the most comfortable position for you. You do not want to be bending or having to reach to hold on to the dog. This elevated surface gives more control over the dog as she is off the ground and can’t run off. Wrap your arm over your dog somewhat like a hug. For someone right handed, wrap your right arm over while holding the canine clippers. Slip your left arm up und
