It is hard to hear these little guy fuss and protest. If it hurts you so bad to hear him carry on in the vet's waiting room, try going outside or wait in the car until it is done. Have a friend or your husband go with you for some support. See if one of his assistants can come get you when the process is all over. The sooner that he learns to tolerate this the better it will be on him. There are different types of nail trimmers out there. Some are what they call the guillotine type. It circles the entire nail and a little "blade" cuts the nail. Most animals usually don't like this type. I think it may pinch and it is kind of slow. Then there are the type which are shaped like a half-moon. These are typically a lot easier to use. Once you have the nail positioned where you want to cut, you clasp the handles together. It is pretty quick. Sometimes the nail trimmers will make a noise if they aren't lubricated well and the animals may not like that sound. If he still protests, you can always walk him on concrete. Concrete naturally files down the nails. But if you were to do that, I would recommend having the nails trimmed down to where they need to be and then start walking him on concrete to keep them filed. Also ask your vet what you can use on his paw pads so they won't become hardened or cracked. I think they used to recommend aloe vera gel, but I am not totally sure. I've been down this road and I know how bad it can make you feel. Keep positive thoughts - something will work. I hope this has helped. Keep me posted. |