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guineapiglover4ever
11-05-2004, 03:18 PM
well i have just got my piggies about 4 and a half months ago and their nails are really long but i dont know how to clip them
should i take them to the vet but if i do will it cost me a fourtine?

any one know what to do?
guineapiggie13
11-05-2004, 03:47 PM
I doubt it will cost much to get a nail trimming at the vet's. If you want to try it on your own, it is best if you have someone help to hold the guinea pig. I use a mini straight nail clipper, and not cuticle scissors. I hold my guinea pigs on my lap and gently lift their leg out and cut the white part of the nail partially. Remember to never touch the pink part, because that is where blood is. hope this helps :)
guineapiglover4ever
11-05-2004, 04:22 PM
well my brothers guinea has brown nails and doesnt have white tips or red what does that mean?
guineapiglover4ever
11-05-2004, 04:23 PM
but kalena has white tips
chrissycat21
11-05-2004, 04:33 PM
Since your brother's guinea pig has brown nails, just clip the very tip! If the nails start to bleed, put on flour or baking soda to stop it.

I would suggest taking your piggies to the vet and having them show you how. Or, take them to a petstore that offers nail trimmings.

Good luck!
guineapiggie13
11-05-2004, 04:43 PM
Originally posted by guineapiglover4ever
well my brothers guinea has brown nails and doesnt have white tips or red what does that mean?
It means your brother's guinea pig has a darker coat colour and usually the nails are darker. Smudge has two paws that have black nails, and since you can't see the "quick" cut the same amount, or just the tip like Chrissy said.
guineapiglover4ever
11-05-2004, 04:48 PM
okay thanx i think i will take them to the vet to see how to cut them
tatsxxx11
11-06-2004, 12:00 PM
It took a long time before I was the courage to trim my piggies nails! I have a great pocket pet vet and she would do them both for a few dollars. But I'm a pro now:D I'm sure after watching the vet do it, after a while you'll be a pro too!
guineapiglover4ever
11-06-2004, 01:47 PM
okay thanx
guineapiglover4life
11-07-2004, 12:29 AM
I'd take her to the vet. Your vet will show you how to do them on your own. That's how I learned.