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Claw clipping

18 16:04:32

Question
thanks for the great answer and the warning about Swiffer. I recall that
anti-freeze attracts animals and children. Yuk...

I have been getting better and better at clipping Ginger's claws but I'm
still pretty scared about getting her bloody. I'm going to buy a container
of styptic (sp?) just so I can have some response if I err. But I'm especially worried because she seems to have one red claw on the foot
that is curled. So, do I clip the red just as I would clip the others ?

thanks
Charlie  

Answer
Hi Charlie!As for the red claw,I would not recommend clipping that one as it may be infected or something.I would highly recommend taking her to the vet to get the infection treated and the vet will clip the claws carefully with no worries for you.I hope this is helpful and keep me posted!Give Ginger kisses  for me and good luck!Sending wagging tails your way!
Nicole.D.