Why it's Important to get Your Pet's Nails Trimmed

It is important to get your pet’s nails trimmed regularly, and that is why Paws and Claws offers nail trimming for both cats and dogs. It is possible to cut your pet’s nails at home but many pet parents do not trim them regularly or cut them too close to the quick. It can be a hard task wrangling your animal for a pet nail cut as well. At Paws and Claws, we make it a more relaxing experience for your pet. So, why is it so important to cut your pet’s nails? Let us tell you why!

Health Benefits of Short Nails

Keeping your pet’s nails short helps their posture. Long nails cause a dog to shift their body position in weird ways that can cause problems down the road. Keeping your pet’s nails trimmed also benefits their walking. When longer nails hit the floor, they put pressure on the animal’s toe joint which can make them twist their toes to the side. A health benefit for you? Less scratches when playing with your pup or cat and less scratches when they play with other dogs! Keep the battle wounds at a minimum with nail trims!

Disadvantages of At-Home Trimming

Paws and Claws has properly trained professionals who are educated in grooming and nail trimming techniques with the right equipment. If you cut your dog’s nail to close to the quick, it can cause them discomfort and bleeding. Nails can be tricky as well because without the correct nail cutting equipment, you are more likely to snag or the break the nail – which can be painful for your pet! Trimming at a grooming facility can help your pet with socialization and comfortability with getting their nails cut.

We provide your pet with a pawesome experience at Paws and Claws! We have a relaxing environment and caring staff that is trained to groom your pet. In addition to this, we offer a doggy daycare at our Battle Creek location! This can allow your pet to get comfortable around us before the grooming and nail trimming process, as well as afterward.

Call us at our Battle Creek location at (269) 964-7297 or our Portage salon at (269) 344-0431. We are open Monday through Friday at both locations and Saturdays in Portage. To check our locations – click here! For pricing – click here! We look forward to working with you and your furry friend.