How do I trim my guinea pigs nails if they are brown?

[FiaFlora]

I can’t see the quick so it makes it so hard to trim! What do I do?

 

[Deleted member 114675]

their nails still need trimming . I have a sow with brown nails and I just trim a little bit regularly . Sometimes , you can see the quick if you shine a light on the nail.

 

[Emmamarie123]

you can always ask a vet to do it if you are unsure.

 

[Hank288]

Just take a small amount off the end more regularly than if doing a full trim. Don't worry if you catch the quick a tiny bit as the bleeding will stop quickly and the pigs will forgive you. Just be careful and take just the tips off.

 

[sport_billy]

Getting a vet to show you how is a great idea. We do a two person job i hold and distract the furry one with food and Mrs SB trims

Clippers like these are really good https://www.amazon.co.uk/Clippers-T...261&sr=8-26&keywords=guinea+pig+claw+clippers

Use a light so you can see blood supply and trim only a little and often

 

[HeatherW]

There's also a groove on the underside of the nail (if you can see or feel it!) Cut a short way before the groove ends. There are also helpful diagrams online so you can get a rough idea.