Trimming Curly Nails

[CavySlave23]

Is there a specific way to cut nails that curve to the side and under the foot to help them grow normally? Gustav has curly nails and I sometimes have to maneuver his feet in awkward positions just so I can trim as much of his nails the best I can. It is uncomfortable for him at times since he chatters away at me which is his way of telling me to be quick since it doesn't feel too good.

 

[sport_billy]

Curly nails are awkward to trim, take a little of and often, try using food to keep him still

 

[Mother Hubbard]

I'd agree with Lee, little and often. I have found that curly nails is either the result of previous owners not trimming enough and allowed to grow to long or age, they can be difficult to trim. Take a little cut each week.

 

[DM030819]

I have trouble with my hands and being able to grip and clip so nail trims are a nightmare time.

The small pet nail clippers are great for regular nails but I find them too bulky for curly nails. I use regular human nail clippers for the curly ones, so I don't nip their skin.

 

[Member AR6]

I used to hate nail clipping time but got used to it in the end. As Sport Billy says I clipped a tiny bit at a time once a month and thought that was safer for me to do it that way. Ruby's used to curl at the front. In summer I used to distract them by sitting them on my knee on the grass and giving them some they seemed to not realise what I was doing x

 

[CavySlave23]

I'd agree with Lee, little and often. I have found that curly nails is either the result of previous owners not trimming enough and allowed to grow to long or age, they can be difficult to trim. Take a little cut each week.

His living conditions in his pervious home were less than desirable.

 

[CavySlave23]

Thanks for the advice and tips!

 

[Mother Hubbard]

His living conditions in his pervious home were less than desirable.

Bless in which case he's hit the sweet spot with you then.