Trimming Mango’s nails with a Dremel - continue
October 1st, 2008 by ktula
The position that we put Mango in when we are trimming his nails.
Smelly and i made some real progress in using the Dremel on Mango’s nails. Two weeks ago, we were only able to barely touch Mango’s nails with the Dremel.
Since then, i received a Peticure Safe Guard that i ordered. The Peticure Safe Guard is an attachment for Dremel rotary tool. It not only keeps the filed nail dust from getting all over the place, it also prevents hair from being caught in the rotary tool. Another advantage i found with the Peticure Safe Guard is that i no longer have to worry about accidentally grinding my hardwood floor. So far, i am very pleased with the Peticure Safe Guard.
Last night, i was able to trim almost all of his nails while Smelly kept him distracted with tons of chicken jerky and praise. Ideally, our goal is to get to a point where Mango is so comfortable with getting his nails filed by the Dremel rotary tool that we can give him a treat only after the session is completed.
Tonight, after picking up Mango from his weekly daycare, i was able to use the Dremel on a few of his nails without any treat! Granted this happened during the moment when Mango was tired and very mellow. We noticed that every time after picking Mango up from his daycare, he would be tired for almost a full day. Nonetheless, being able to trim his nails without keeping him occupied with treats is a breakthrough!
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