How Do You Trim A Ferrets Toenails?
• Before you get started, familiarize yourself with your ferrets paw. You will notice that the nails of the ferret have blood vessels within them; this is called the ‘quick’. When trimming a ferrets nails, it’s especially important to avoid cutting into the quick as it will hurt your ferret and will bleed. It’s a good idea to have styptic powder to stop bleeding. • Place a towel across your lap. Position your ferret in your lap on his back. Place two drops of Ferretone on his belly and rub them in. He’ll be so busy trying to lick all of the treat, you will have plenty of time to trim all of his nails. • The correct angle helps with balance. Use a sharp pair of nail trimmers and clip off the excess nail, cutting at the correct angle so that the new flat tip of the toenail will be parallel to the floor when the ferret is standing. Do this slowly and carefully as not to damage your ferret or cut into the quick of the nail. Be sure to leave a half centimeter or so of nail past the quick. A
