The method I was taught by my mentor is similar to Pat's except we use a small rubber band as a clamp on the tail, and then remove the dew claws with small surgical scissor, daub on some clotisol, and then quick scissor snip for the tail and another daub of clotisol on the end. No stitches, very little bleeding and usually no cries. I heat up a bag of uncooked rice in the microwave and wrap it in towels and put it in a big bowl beforehand, so there is a warm spot for them to be placed after sorry kisses. After a minute or so we remove the rubber band and keep checking for bleeding for about 15 minutes until they go back to mom. Mom's won't lick the clotisol, but we keep a close eye on the tails and claws just in case. Also keep the rubbing alchohol handy to sterilize everything (rubber bands, scissors etc..). |