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lucyaboo · 09-13-2008, 02:06 PM

I went real slow, especially with Pebbles (she had been messed up by a groomer with her other family). I started out by just holding the drill by the girls with it on, not trying to touch them or anything. Letting them be curious & get used to the noise. Then with it off - I started bringing it closer & touching them, laying it by them, etc.

Then, by following this site below, I began to do Lucy's nails with ease. I am still working with Pebbles slowly. I keep their hair on their paws trimmed real short, to avoid any chance of catching the hair in the tool.

How to Dremel Dog Nails @ DoberDawn.com

mscat · 09-13-2008, 02:12 PM

I always wondered about these. I have seen many of them on Ebay, and they were A lot more the $19.99 . I think they look pretty nice, and easy to use , but, my Suzi is A brat. She would not tolerate them. I am going to use the old method for A while lol. She might calm down when older, then i'll try those.

Ashley V · 09-13-2008, 05:05 PM

I don't mess with my pups nails. I think I'm more jumpy about it than they are. I leave it to the professionals and I trust my groomer. They've never had their nails cut too short and they are really good with the clippers. I think I'll be sticking to the old fashioned way of nail trimming.

silyjillie · 09-13-2008, 08:19 PM

So I went out and bought it tonight and I'm very pleased with it. It took a little bit to get the hang of it but, now I like it. Meeko was a little iffy at first but, he started to trust me within a few minutes. I'm glad I got it.

maritoma · 09-14-2008, 06:20 AM

I just ordered it about 1 week ago and paid $30, I'm so mad, I wish i would have gone to Bed and Bath first. I can't wait to try it either.

Angelstarr · 09-14-2008, 09:33 AM

I ordered it 4 weeks ago and still not recieved it.

I got a post card in the mail this week saying the demand was so high that it might be another 4 weeks.
I wish I could cancel it.

I am anxious to try it. I wish I knew that Bed, Bath and Beyond had them before I ordered it. I don't live near one but my kids do and they come home every weekend. My Daughter in law says she gets coupons for there all the time too. RATS!!!!

OH well I guess I will play the game.

luckylady · 09-14-2008, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by lucyaboo

I went real slow, especially with Pebbles (she had been messed up by a groomer with her other family). I started out by just holding the drill by the girls with it on, not trying to touch them or anything. Letting them be curious & get used to the noise. Then with it off - I started bringing it closer & touching them, laying it by them, etc.

Then, by following this site below, I began to do Lucy's nails with ease. I am still working with Pebbles slowly. I keep their hair on their paws trimmed real short, to avoid any chance of catching the hair in the tool.

How to Dremel Dog Nails @ DoberDawn.com

Very informative, hopefully helpful, link. I ordered the Peticure and will have to wait to see how well I will be able do this.

Mom to Hot Rod · 09-14-2008, 11:29 AM

Well, day 2 of the pedi paws. I am able to turn it on and actually put in on their body. Maggie still a little scared but at least I can get close. I have been putting it on their nails (not turned on) to get them used to that. It will probably be another couple of days before I actually turn it on though.

silyjillie · 09-14-2008, 02:03 PM

I did Meeko's front 2 paws last night and his back 2 today. He was very good with it. He's use to me clipping him, though. The pedi paws is not any louder than a clipper. I had an easier time using it without the orange saftey guard. With the guard on, the hole isn't very big and his nail kept hitting it and I had the hardest time rounding the edges without hitting the edge. Maybe it was just me being nervous at first. After I hit his nails a few times, he got a little uneasy. I stopped for a while and went back without the guard and he layed on his back and didn't move at it. I made sure to trim the hairs around his nails before I started, didn't want any hair to get caught around it. I couldn't believe how still he was for me. If you're baby is ok with the little hum of clippers, than they shouldn't be bothered by this. I hope you guys have good luck with your babies, I think it's so much safer than cutting their nails.

mminichan · 09-16-2008, 04:18 PM

Okay, I went to get one today and just tried it on Chloe. Since it was my FIRST time ever file or cut a dog's nails. I was soooo nervous!! I didn't file long at all. Chloe didn't like it as much, but oh well...her "mean mommy" still continue using it!! Can someone take a picture and let me know how short I can cut a Yorkie's nail? I can't really see the quick since Yorkie has dark nails color? Thanks!!

lucyaboo · 09-16-2008, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by mminichan

Can someone take a picture and let me know how short I can cut a Yorkie's nail? I can't really see the quick since Yorkie has dark nails color? Thanks!!

See link as stated above - really helped me. There is pictures there, not of yorkies, but you will get the idea. Last thing I want to do is hurt my babies

How to Dremel Dog Nails @ DoberDawn.com

TurtleDove · 09-16-2008, 09:24 PM

I haven't heard of this one before ... only Peticure. Not sure which to choose now

huami · 09-16-2008, 09:45 PM

On our local news channel they have a weekly segment called "does it work" featuring a different item each week. They gave it a raving yes after allowing the lady at the animal shelter try on her rescue dogs and cats right on camera. She was truely in love with it. This is not an avertisement and they are sure to tell you if it doesnt work. So I'm getting one in my stocking for Christmas......

On the show, cats just gathered around the woman using it..... it must not have been too scarey.....

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Originally Posted by kt_luvs_kitties

On the other forum I frequent, everyone was complaining about them. They said they are loud and scare the dogs. And dont work as well as the regular grinding tools.

I like a regular dremel. You can get them or the like on petedge for 19.99. I LOVE IT! But it does make a buzzing sound.

huami · 09-16-2008, 09:47 PM

I currently use a dremel with good success but It takes two of us to do ...one to hold and file and one to keep long hair from getting caught up in it.......

MyTrixie143 · 09-16-2008, 09:52 PM

Does it come in different sizes like the Peticure does? One for small dogs and one for big dogs and small dogs?

09-13-2008, 02:06 PM	#31
lucyaboo & pebbleliny ♥ my pups Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: LV NV Posts: 834	I went real slow, especially with Pebbles (she had been messed up by a groomer with her other family). I started out by just holding the drill by the girls with it on, not trying to touch them or anything. Letting them be curious & get used to the noise. Then with it off - I started bringing it closer & touching them, laying it by them, etc. Then, by following this site below, I began to do Lucy's nails with ease. I am still working with Pebbles slowly. I keep their hair on their paws trimmed real short, to avoid any chance of catching the hair in the tool. How to Dremel Dog Nails @ DoberDawn.com __________________ MY 's BUDDY & BRONX & BERRI ~ MISSING MY 5 Handstamped pet ID tags at dogsidtagged.com ~ the Crew - YT 10% off code DIDT10YT

09-13-2008, 02:12 PM	#32
mscat YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 4,895	I always wondered about these. I have seen many of them on Ebay, and they were A lot more the $19.99 . I think they look pretty nice, and easy to use , but, my Suzi is A brat. She would not tolerate them. I am going to use the old method for A while lol. She might calm down when older, then i'll try those. __________________ "No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich."

09-13-2008, 05:05 PM	#33
Ashley V ♥ Chip ♥ Smokey ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Leesburg Posts: 3,835	I don't mess with my pups nails. I think I'm more jumpy about it than they are. I leave it to the professionals and I trust my groomer. They've never had their nails cut too short and they are really good with the clippers. I think I'll be sticking to the old fashioned way of nail trimming. __________________ ~~ Chip ~~ Smokey ~*~ My heart is wrapped around their little paws Karley Marissa born 1/20/12 weighing 8 lbs 11 oz and 21.5 inches long

09-13-2008, 08:19 PM	#34
silyjillie YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 1,060	So I went out and bought it tonight and I'm very pleased with it. It took a little bit to get the hang of it but, now I like it. Meeko was a little iffy at first but, he started to trust me within a few minutes. I'm glad I got it. __________________ Jill, Meeko's Mom

09-14-2008, 09:33 AM	#36
Angelstarr Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New York Posts: 166	Darn! I didn't know B-B & Beyond had them! I ordered it 4 weeks ago and still not recieved it. I got a post card in the mail this week saying the demand was so high that it might be another 4 weeks. I wish I could cancel it. I am anxious to try it. I wish I knew that Bed, Bath and Beyond had them before I ordered it. I don't live near one but my kids do and they come home every weekend. My Daughter in law says she gets coupons for there all the time too. RATS!!!! OH well I guess I will play the game. __________________ Hugs Cher' (aka Angelstarr) Cooper and Daisy Mae

09-14-2008, 06:20 AM	#35
maritoma Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: East Hanover, New Jersey Posts: 154	I just ordered it about 1 week ago and paid $30, I'm so mad, I wish i would have gone to Bed and Bath first. I can't wait to try it either.

09-14-2008, 11:29 AM	#38
Mom to Hot Rod Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MD Posts: 10,908	Well, day 2 of the pedi paws. I am able to turn it on and actually put in on their body. Maggie still a little scared but at least I can get close. I have been putting it on their nails (not turned on) to get them used to that. It will probably be another couple of days before I actually turn it on though. __________________ www.kissecollar.com Soft Cone Collars for Post-surgery and much more! 10% (non-food) - Discount code YT10

09-14-2008, 02:03 PM	#39
silyjillie YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 1,060	I did Meeko's front 2 paws last night and his back 2 today. He was very good with it. He's use to me clipping him, though. The pedi paws is not any louder than a clipper. I had an easier time using it without the orange saftey guard. With the guard on, the hole isn't very big and his nail kept hitting it and I had the hardest time rounding the edges without hitting the edge. Maybe it was just me being nervous at first. After I hit his nails a few times, he got a little uneasy. I stopped for a while and went back without the guard and he layed on his back and didn't move at it. I made sure to trim the hairs around his nails before I started, didn't want any hair to get caught around it. I couldn't believe how still he was for me. If you're baby is ok with the little hum of clippers, than they shouldn't be bothered by this. I hope you guys have good luck with your babies, I think it's so much safer than cutting their nails. __________________ Jill, Meeko's Mom

09-16-2008, 04:18 PM	#40
mminichan Slave to Princess Chloe Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 1,258	Okay, I went to get one today and just tried it on Chloe. Since it was my FIRST time ever file or cut a dog's nails. I was soooo nervous!! I didn't file long at all. Chloe didn't like it as much, but oh well...her "mean mommy" still continue using it!! Can someone take a picture and let me know how short I can cut a Yorkie's nail? I can't really see the quick since Yorkie has dark nails color? Thanks!!

09-16-2008, 09:24 PM	#42
TurtleDove Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: California Posts: 1,510	I haven't heard of this one before ... only Peticure. Not sure which to choose now

09-16-2008, 09:47 PM	#44
huami Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: texas Posts: 180	I currently use a dremel with good success but It takes two of us to do ...one to hold and file and one to keep long hair from getting caught up in it.......

09-16-2008, 09:52 PM	#45
MyTrixie143 Mom to 6 Beautiful Furkids Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,409	Does it come in different sizes like the Peticure does? One for small dogs and one for big dogs and small dogs? __________________ A dog is a furry person! http://www.dogster.com/?300866 Tracey and the gang DestinyHarmonyScamperGracieLillieKiwi Hershey Peppi