Andis Cordless 2-Speed Dog, Cat & Small Pet Nail Grinder, Blue

Editor's note

A grinder is the guide's choice for black nails and for a dog that fidgets. It sands in fine layers rather than cutting, which forgives mistakes and leaves a rounded edge. It is the tool to start with if you have any doubt about the dog's tolerance. The listing gives two speeds, normal and turbo, cordless or corded use, a quiet motor, and a fine grinding stone plus a finishing stone.

Quiet matters for this job. Noise and vibration are the grinder's own downsides, and a dog that has learned to dread the sound is the problem the whole guide exists to fix.

Keep the contact to a second or two per pass, because a grinder makes heat. And put the effort into the protocol and the food, not the tool. That is where the change happens.

From our guide Nail Trimming for Dogs Who Hate It: A Desensitization Protocol.

About this product

Pet parents, keep your furry friend’s nails in tip-top shape with the Andis Cordless 2-Speed Dog, Cat & Small Pet Nail Grinder. This handy tool features two speeds, normal and turbo, to efficiently trim your four-legged family member’s nails. Its ergonomic and lightweight design makes it suitable for furbabies of all sizes, and it can be used with or without a cord. The whisper-quiet operation ensures your kitty, pup, or other small friend won’t be scared during grooming. Plus, it comes with a fine grit grinding stone and premium finishing stone for a professional finish.