Pet Nail Scissors for Small Dogs & Cats: Precise Trims

Design details that make small trims easier

• A pivot blade that closes cleanly

  The polished steel blades meet at a center pivot screw, so each cut closes in one smooth motion. There is no bulky jaw to crush the nail tip the way a wide human clipper does.

• A C-notch that holds the nail

  The C-shaped opening lets you slide a small nail into place before you cut. You see the tip clearly, so you trim only the sharp part and stay well clear of the quick.

• Red rings that stay put

  Soft-touch red finger rings give your fingers a secure hold, so the tool stays steady when your pet shifts. The hooked rear end rests under your thumb and keeps the handle from rolling in your palm.

How to trim a nail in four steps

1. 1
   Hold the paw gently

   Support your pet on a flat surface and hold the paw with a light grip. A second person can help with a squirming puppy.

2. 2
   Slide the nail into the notch

   Place one nail inside the C-shaped opening so you can see the sharp tip before you cut.

3. 3
   Make one smooth cut

   Close the blades with a single steady squeeze. Take only a small sliver of nail each time.

4. 4
   Check and pause

   Look at the cut surface, then stop if your pet pulls away. Reward calm behavior and come back to the next nail later.

Keep the blades clean and dry

• Wipe after each use

  Clear fur and nail dust from the blades so they cut instead of crush.

• Keep it dry

  Dry the steel after washing to protect the blades and the pivot screw.

• Check the pivot

  Look at the pivot screw now and then to keep the blades meeting cleanly.