Nail trims are the most skipped part of dog care — and one of the most important. If you can hear your dog clicking across the floor, it’s time.
What overgrown nails actually do
Long nails change the way a dog stands and walks. They push the toes upward and sideways, strain joints, and over time can contribute to posture and arthritis problems. Overgrown nails also snag and tear (painful and bloody), and in serious cases curl into the paw pads.
How often is enough?
Every 3–4 weeks works for most dogs. Dogs who walk daily on pavement file their nails a little naturally; dogs who mostly play on grass, carpet, or our soft red sand need trims more often. The goal: nails that don’t touch the floor when your dog stands.
Why dogs hate it — and how we make it easier
Inside each nail is the “quick,” a blood vessel that hurts if nicked — one bad experience teaches a dog to fear trims for years. Professional groomers trim small amounts at the right angle, use steady, calm handling, and can smooth nails with a grinder for a rounded finish. Many dogs who fight nail trims at home do fine in a quiet, patient setting.
Nail trims are included in every full groom at Chula Pawz, and we’re happy to do quick stand-alone trims between grooming appointments too.
Ready to book? Chula Pawz Grooming Studio offers calm, one-on-one dog grooming in Saint George, Utah — with convenient pick-up and drop-off. Contact us to schedule your pup’s groom.
