Puppy Grooming Socialization - Nail Trimming Conditioning Steps for Young Puppies

Training puppies takes time, they are known to be very active and have a very hard time sitting still. Most of time this behavior is cute; except when the owner is trying to groom their young puppy. Once a puppy can learn to sit still they will eventually enjoy the being clipped, trimmed, bathed, and brushed. After all, that sounds like a pampered lifestyle. They will also be better behaved around children, sitters, and veterinarians.

The key to handling your puppy and teaching it to sit still is that you must concentrate on a particular part of your dog's body. You need to handle the puppy's feet and the ears as often as possible.

Getting Your Pup Used To Nail Trimming

Nail trimming is the most difficult grooming activity for you puppy to go through. It is a process you have to start early on because if they don't understand it when they are young; then it's almost impossible to get them to sit through nail trimming when they are older.

This is how you can get your puppy accustomed to having their nails trimmed:

1. Give your puppy treats while clicking his nails. Take their paw in your hand and notice whether or not they pull away from you. The goal is to get their paw in your hand without having them pull back from you

2. The next stop is to have your puppy be comfortable whenever his paw is touched. Pick up the paw and move it around and the puppy will begin to let you move it without flinching. Click and give your puppy a treat!

3. You next want to concentrate on their toes; separate them and play around with them. Press on his paw pad and go slow. Take your time.

4. Do not clip yet, but do introduce the nail clipper to your puppy. You want your puppy to get used to the nail clipper. If they show no signs of being scared, click and give the dog a treat.

6. You have now reached the point where it is time to clip the first nail. Offer a treat after each nail is clipped and show a lot of affection. Take your time and make this process a ton of fun for you and your dog!

Content written by Amanda Stevens of www.ohmydogsupplies.com, where you can find a extraordinary collection of large dog collars online.

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