I run it for a few seconds while she settles beside me, then pause between nails and check the warmth before moving on. The lower setting makes these little maintenance sessions feel manageable instead of turning into a whole project.
We started with the grinder switched on a metre away and a handful of treats, and after three evenings she stopped backing off. Now she holds still for one paw at a time while I work in short passes on low speed, pausing to check the nail isn't getting warm. It's quiet enough that she doesn't flinch when it touches a nail, and the edges come out smooth enough that her claws no longer catch on the sofa. It takes longer than a quick clip, but the calm is worth it.
My corgi loses it over clippers so I only use this to soften the sharp ends after a trim. Letting him sniff it while it runs first actually helped. Takes way longer then clipping though, but he sits still for it.
Third grinder we have tried and the only one he doesnt fight me on. It is slower than clipping, but the nail ends come out smoother and there is no dust everywhere.
My dog used to disappear as soon as the clippers came out. This grinder is quiet enough that he stays put, and the little light helps me see where the nail ends. It takes a few passes, but there is no more wrestling.
The low-speed setting makes brief nail-smoothing sessions easier to keep calm. I introduce the sound first, then pause often to check my dog’s comfort before continuing.
I will start by saying. My dog is not a fan of her nails being done. Ive tried a Dremel she wouldn't let me anywhere near her with it. She has learnt if I have the nail clippers she just gets extra sucky and lays on tops of them. I honestly thought I was gonna be stuck paying 15 bucks a month to have someone give her a manicure.
I Introduced this to her with a ton of treats. We've since completed our 2nd nail session with this and as long as I pay her in treats for each nail as I go along she has no problem letting me get threw all her nails.
I have a 50lb dog for reference and so far its completely replaced the nail clippers she hates
was worried this would be cheap plastic junk given the price but it feels sturdy. my boxer sat through the whole thing. tip: do small bursts so the nail doesnt get hot from the friction. works great though.
Vraiment surpris par le silence. Mon chien ne bouge presque plus. C'est doux et ça ne chauffe pas trop les griffes. Je recommande pour ceux qui ont peur de couper trop court.
Solid build. The low speed is very gentle. High speed gets the job done faster. I wish the cap was a bit easier to clean out the dust—it gets stuck in the corners sometimes—but otherwise solid. USB-C charging is a nice touch.
I accidentally cut my puppy's quick last month and felt horrible. I cried more than he did. Bought this immediately after. It grinds it down slowly so i know exactly when to stop. So much relief not having to worry about blood. It fits in my hand nicely too.
Mein Dackel hasst das Knippsen. Das Geräusch hier ist sehr leise. Er zittert nicht mehr so sehr. Gute Qualität, liegt gut in der Hand. Endlich keine Angst mehr vorm "Zwicken".
I have a Mastiff and his nails are like rock. This grinder barely scratches the surface. If you have a small dog or a cat maybe it works but for giant breeds it just takes way too long. I sat there for 10 minutes on one nail and gave up. Went back to the vet.
J'ai un chat très nerveux. Le bruit est vraiment faible, ça c'est vrai. Par contre ça chatouille un peu je pense, il a fallu du temps pour qu'il s'habitue à la sensation. Mais maintenant ça va. La batterie tient bien et ça évite de couper trop court.
Charged it when i got it weeks ago and haven't had to plug it in since. Works on my lab's nails which are pretty thick. Just takes a bit of patience compared to clipping but way safer. I like that it doesn't vibrate my hand too much either. Good tool.
My rescue mix Bella is absolutely terrified of loud noises. The vet scares her, and the old clippers I had made a loud snapping sound that sent her running under the bed. I bought this hoping for a miracle honestly. It’s very quiet. Not silent, but a low hum. She still pulled her paw away at first, but with a spoon of peanut butter, she let me do her front paws without shaking. It takes longer than clipping but I don't care because she isn't scared.
I've been using this for about two months now. It holds a charge for weeks which is great. I just do a little bit every few days so my dog doesn't get stressed out. Much better experience than the manual clippers.
My rescue beagle is literally terrified of everything, especially loud noises. The vet usually has to sedate him just for a trim. I tried this on a whim and wow. He didn't exactly love it, but he sat there and let me do two paws in one sitting without panicking. That is a miracle for us. It really is quiet, just a low hum.
OMG finally something that doesn't freak out my terrier. He usually hides under the bed as soon as I open the drawer where the clippers are. This thing is actually quiet. It takes a bit longer than cutting but so worth it for the peace. No more wrestling match.
My rescue greyhound, Luna, shakes like a leaf when she sees the nail clippers. I was honestly terrified to trim her nails myself. This grinder is super quiet. It’s just a low hum. She didn't even flinch when I turned it on. Took me about 10 minutes to do her front paws and she just laid on the couch the whole time. So relieved I found this.
J'avais peur que le bruit soit trop fort, mais c'est très doux. Mon chat Minou s'est laissé faire sans problème alors qu'il déteste les ciseaux habituels. Je recommande vivement pour les animaux stressés.
So much better than the cheap one I got from the grocery store years ago. That one sounded like a chainsaw. This one is super low vibe. My golden retriever just lays there now. Nails are nice and round, no sharp edges to scratch my legs.
i was worried it would be loud like the one i got from the store last year but its not. just a low hum. my cat actually purred while i did her front paws. wish i found this sooner. super easy to use.
The grinder is nice and sleek, definitely quieter than the dremel I have in the garage. However, I have a Great Dane and his nails are like rocks. It takes a while to get through them even on the high speed. Battery held up though. If you have a huge dog, just know it takes some time.
It's definitely quiet, way better than the dremel I tried a few years back. Only giving 4 stars cause it takes a while to get through my lab's thick nails. Battery life is solid though, did all 4 paws on one charge.