![]() What to Look For in Cat Nail Clippers Style & Materials Their stainless steel cat nail clippers are made in the United States and designed with a replaceable blade. If you’re trying to reduce the plastic in your life and place a premium on long-term durability, consider the Resco Deluxe Cat Nail Trimmer. Shiny Pet Nail Clippers for Small Animals are our top choice because they’re simple, effective and have been extensively tested by The Spruce Pets. ![]() These clippers have several other useful features as well, including stainless steel blades, a safety lock, an included nail file, and a spring to ensure enough leverage is applied to cut cleanly. However, since the Gonicc clippers are designed for both cats and small dogs, it's still important to watch closely to prevent nicking the quick of the nail, since it's possible that smaller cat nails may project too far into the clippers, even with the safety guard. The guard works by blocking one side of the clippers, so your cat's nails can only project a short distance into the space between cutting blades. Gonicc Pet Nail Clippers have a built-in safety guard to protect your cat from distress. Cutting into the quick will cause pain and bleeding, and may also cause your pet to hide when they see the clippers come out next time. If you’ve ever cut too much of the nail, then you know the value of a safety guard. Also, while advertised for both dogs and cats, the clippers are on the smaller side and might not be effective for larger dog nails-but they're perfect for cat claws. Made in China, this particular nail clipper form can be found sold under several different brand names, but in our experience, the Petgravity version is the most reliably available. ![]() Still, with more than a year of expected battery life, it's not much of a trade-off. While the light is convenient, replacing the batteries is a little more of a chore, requiring three LR44 button batteries. The Petgravity nail clippers have several useful features, including a nail file that can be stored in the handle, but the main attraction is its simple-to-use LED light.Īctivated with a switch in the handle, the bright LED lights up the semi-translucent portion of your cat's claw, so you can more easily discern where the quick begins, protecting you from cutting too deeply. Nail clippers with a built-in light can help you discern the pink interior of the nail, known as the quick, so you can avoid cutting too much and potentially hurting your pet. Requires three LR44 button batteries, which are not ones we typically have on handĪvailable under different names from different distributors This means you can cut your cat's nails more quickly, so they can get back to scratching something.Īll Shiny Pet grooming tools are backed by a lifetime money-back guarantee. In our tests, they were simply the easiest to use. But it's small touches, like the 20-degree angled blades or QR nail clipping guide printed on the packaging, that made the Shiny Pet clippers our favorites. They’re also lightweight and compact-3.7 inches long and 2.6 inches wide-for easy use and storage. The rubberized coating on the handles enables a secure grip for a fast, efficient, and safe trim. They’re appropriate for cats and kittens of all ages as well as a range of small animals. Plus, they have a rounded clipper head, so you don't risk poking yourself or your cat. The angled blade of this scissor-style clipper makes it easier to see and manipulate each nail for a clean, quick cut. We like the sturdy, stainless steel and user-friendly curve of the Shiny Pet Nail Clippers for Small Animals. But we found a variety of nail clippers for cats that may be a better fit for your needs and your cat's paw-sonality. Shiny Pet Nail Clippers for Small Animals is our top choice because they're compact and user-friendly. Sharpness was another priority, since cat nails are hollow and often brittle, making them prone to crush instead of cut. We researched cat nail clippers, testing for easy-to-use, ergonomic, and one-handed products-which allow you to hold your cat as they adjust to the nail clipping process. If nails get too long, they can grow into the foot pads which can be very painful and cause an infection.”īut trimming a cat’s nails can take a little practice, as it's possible to hurt your cat if nail trimming isn't handled correctly. ![]() "Nail trims may also be necessary for older cats that may not be sharpening their nails regularly. Chyrle Bonk DVM, a mixed animal veterinarian at a clinic in Orofino, Idaho, told The Spruce Pets. “Nail trims are great for cats if they are getting their nails caught in blankets, or on the carpet, or if they are scratching people accidentally,” Dr. Trimming your cat's nails may keep your couch from becoming a scratching post, but it also has benefits for your cat. ![]()
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