{"product_id":"ancol-ergo-dog-nail-clippers","title":"Ancol Ergo Dog Nail Clippers","description":"\u003cp\u003eKeep your dog's nails neat and comfortable at home. The Ancol Ergo Dog Nail Clippers have durable tempered-steel blades, a built-in safety guard to help prevent over-clipping, and a comfortable ergonomic grip. Available in two sizes — Small for petite paws, Large for medium and larger breeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTempered-steel blades\u003c\/strong\u003e — sharp, durable and long-lasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in safety guard\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps prevent over-clipping for more confident trimming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic grip\u003c\/strong\u003e — comfortable and easy to control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — Small (13cm) for small dogs and puppies, Large (17cm) for medium and larger breeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait until your dog is calm and settled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently hold the paw and position the blade over the very tip of the nail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim only a small amount at a time, staying well clear of the quick (the pink, sensitive part inside the nail).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn dark nails, trim tiny slivers and check the cut surface as you go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSafety\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake care to avoid the quick — the sensitive, blood-supplied part of the nail — as cutting it is painful and will bleed; trimming only small amounts at a time is the safest way to avoid it. If you're unsure, a groomer or vet nurse can show you how or do it for you. Keep the clippers clean and out of reach of children, and replace them if the blades become blunt or damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart of the Ancol Ergo grooming range — see also the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ancol-ergo-matt-splitter\"\u003eAncol Ergo Mat Splitter\u003c\/a\u003e. Stocked at Hairy Dogs.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:28px;border-top:1px solid #d3d1c7;padding-top:20px\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:600;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.1em;color:#888780;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:0.5px solid #d3d1c7;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:8px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;background:#f1efe8;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#2c2c2a;list-style:none\"\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;color:#444441;line-height:1.65;border-top:0.5px solid #d3d1c7\"\u003eSmall (13cm) suits small dogs and puppies; Large (17cm) is better for medium and larger breeds with thicker nails.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:0.5px solid #d3d1c7;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:8px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;background:#f1efe8;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#2c2c2a;list-style:none\"\u003eMy dog has black nails — how do I avoid the quick?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;color:#444441;line-height:1.65;border-top:0.5px solid #d3d1c7\"\u003eTrim tiny slivers at a time and check the cut surface as you go — when a pale circle appears in the centre, stop. Good lighting helps a lot.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:0.5px solid #d3d1c7;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:8px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;background:#f1efe8;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#2c2c2a;list-style:none\"\u003eWhat if I cut too far?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;color:#444441;line-height:1.65;border-top:0.5px solid #d3d1c7\"\u003eA styptic powder or pencil helps stop minor bleeding. Trimming little and often is the best way to avoid it; if in doubt, ask your vet.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:0.5px solid #d3d1c7;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:8px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;background:#f1efe8;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#2c2c2a;list-style:none\"\u003eI've never trimmed nails before — can I use these?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;color:#444441;line-height:1.65;border-top:0.5px solid #d3d1c7\"\u003eYes — the safety guard helps prevent over-clipping. If you're nervous, ask a groomer or vet nurse to show you how first.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ancol Pet Products Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Large 17cm","offer_id":50465398784338,"sku":"525100","price":11.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small 13cm","offer_id":50465398817106,"sku":"525000","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7128\/4562\/files\/52ec66c0d55a28c8e119ffb3fe7db7d12a29d4797159f85573e6bb382a003382.jpg?v=1742297112","url":"https:\/\/hairydogs.co.uk\/products\/ancol-ergo-dog-nail-clippers","provider":"Hairy Dogs (Cambs) Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}