Dr. Buzby's Master Class: How to Trim Your Dog's Nails without Blood, Sweat, or Tears

It killed me that I have been doing it the WRONG way for years! But better late than never. Concise,informative, much easier on your dog. And
YOU!

This was a great course overall - very professionally done.It had lots of good tips. Some of the things I already knew, but there were lots of useful new approaches and tips for nail trimming. The course was broken down into several short videos, each focusing on a different topic. This course was so thorough, it seems like it should be required for dog groomers. She gave very clear explanations supported with clear videos in which she demonstrated th techniques as she discussed them. There were a few things that could be improved upon. I was disappointed that everything was geared toward a 2-person nail trimming team, as I don’t have a second person to hold the dog or give continuous treats or pets. Also, I wish there was more demonstration with mixed colored nails. Lastly, I do think she should have displayed styptic powder (she did mention it) and demonstrated how it is used. Obviously the purpose of the course is to avoid making your dog bleed, but it’s still a good idea to know how to use styptic powder in case of a mis-cut.

The Video course was very helpful. I was unsure in which direction to clip the nails, and where the quick was located. Once I learned these two things, it was easier to boldly cut the nails without worrying I was going to hurt my dog.

The course was very informative and helpful to follow on nail trimming. I know the biggest thing is practice, practice, and practice. To help me succeed!

Definitely gave me the confidence to continue threw the rest of the courses loved it! Easy to use and understand. I believe everyone would benefit from the information and confidence it helped give me! Thank you!

I just finished the nail trim course and I already feel more confident that I won’t hurt my dogs at their next nail trim. I have had dogs for 25 years and have always trimmed their nails myself. However I always stressed about it which made my dogs nervous….so I didn’t trim their nails as often as I should have. And of course I did horizontal cuts. I feel so much more confident about the process after completing this course. Dr Buzby was thorough and informative in the videos and the quizzes and written charts were helpful in solidifying the information in my head. So glad I took the time and expense to complete this course. I’m sure my dogs will appreciate it too!

Excellent course. Well worth the investment in time and money. Great information for anyone that cares about dogs and wants to be more comfortable and careful trimming their nails.
I have 5 dogs and usually a couple foster dogs with me at all times so it really pays off to know how to trim nails. Saves a lot of money and time not having to go to the vet to have it done. Alot less stress on all involved.
Thank you, Dr. Buzby.

This is a comprehensive course that covers everything a dog owner wants and needs to know about nail trimming. Dr. Buzby talks you through the process every step of the way. The videos and written material are outstanding. Her knowledge is incredible. I appreciated her friendly, professional, and caring demeanor. When you complete this course, you will feel very confident and eager to put what you learned into practice to help your dog's health and overall well-being. Thank you Dr. Buzby for an enjoyable and interesting course!

I have been trimming my dog's nails for 8 years. I was quite pleased with my comfortability and skill in trimming Maggie's nails. The videos in the course clearly showed numerous times the best way to sculpture dog's nails and how to be successful. I am excited to try Dr. Buzby's technique.

This course is a great resource to help pet owners gain the confidence to trim their pets claws with no prior experience. As a Licensed Veterinary Technologist of 23 years it reaffirms that the technique that ive been using over the years is the proper way to trim.

This course is great for veterinarians (myself) and veterinary staff as well. I greatly dislike nail trims. Watching Dr. Buzby in this course is so endearing to see her love for nails and toes and how they make such an impact on a pet's quality of life. I might just like toenails again :) I am much more confident now in helping my patients have positive experiences with nail trims and keeping them in good shape!

I can't wait to go and try out my newly learnt skills on my old girl! Up until now, I have been practicing the horizontal cut and trimming back with dog grinders that are smaller and more gentle than Dremel. She more easily accepts the nail grinding than cutting, but it may be that I was cutting wrong that she does not like. Now, I have no excuse and really enjoyed learning how to hold the paws and findng the best position and most of all - how to cut them correctly. Thank you for this course!

the nail trimming course was easy to follow. The videos were clear and close up so I could really see the process of trimming

As one who guillotined my late dog's black nails - cornstarch to the rescue! - I'm grateful to learn about the proper tools and techniques. for nail trims. I bought the nail clippers while I await my next dog. That's why I appreciate the ability to view the videos repeatedly. Certificate be hanged! I'd appreciate a video view from above so that I could see the angle of "attack" from the right side. That's my only recommendation for improvement.

I have on occasion caused a nail to bleed so unfortunately I put off nail trimming. This class gave me the information and confidence I need to make it part of our regular routine....and our dogs will thank us for it.

This course changed everything for us and our yellow lab! Thank you!!

I loved the course, it was very well structured, but I would have wished for at least one module to be about dremeling. Tip: to keep long fur out of harms way, use old panty hoses/socks & poke nails though! My dog is extremely large & has very strong nails, he is much more comfortable with the dremel that does not squeeze the nails!

This course was just what I needed. I especially found the goat on a rock visual especially helpful in understanding how overgrown nails affects my dogs posture. I have been implementing the techniques of changing the angle of the nail trim and have found this to be helpful for my sweet old girl.

Thank you so much for preparing this course for us. The detail and videos of nail trimming in action are invaluable. I'm so happy with what I've learned that, although nail-trimming is still a challenge, I'm trimming the nails of all of the dogs in our extended family. It's actually gotten to be somewhat fun, now that I have learned some important strategies. I've gotten the e book also, just so I can continue learning and understanding so I can be more efficient and effective, with less quick nicking!

Very informative. Gave me a new perspective on how to properly and safely trim my dogs nails. Also learned about frequency of needed nail trims.

Very impressed, did not expect such a lengthy, highly detailed presentation. Appreciate the downloadable charts for quick reference. Video quality is very good, great closeups. Dr. Buzby's easygoing, friendly demeanor made the video very comfortable to watch. She speaks clearly, explaining everything she is doing or about to do.

I think most of us have issues with nail trimming. I have always tried to keep up with my dogs, hold their paws when they are young get them used to being handled but as many dogs as I have had it is always still a big scary chore. I learned a lot with Dr Buzby's course and am trying to apply the little and often method she structures out. I have the dreaded black nails on both my dogs but they were typically running them off themselves. Now that my older dog is 6 he is finally needing a trim. I am going forward with my new knowledge of the correct angle to clip his nails and have made a bit of progress. I will try and learn to be patient and hopefully will get there.

The only complain I have with the videos is the dogs are all so very calm. I have never seen my dogs react like that even after I exercise them for miles and they are truly tired. If she could have how to handle a dog that is more likely to try and pull away or try to leave etc that would have been added the extra I needed.

Very helpful learning where blood/nerve supply runs, how to trim

Well done! This course is so professionally put together! I have never seen this technique, and I love it. All of the close-up video of the nails was extremely helpful to me - I have dogs with black nails and with white nails (the black nails have always terrified me because I don't want to cause my dogs any pain). This was awesome - thank you VERY MUCH!

This was a very comprehensive review of the nail and how to trim. Videos had great detail of lots of nail types. The format, mixing graphics, text and video reinforced the learning. I now approach this task feeling much more confident and I am sure my dog appreciates and responds to that.

After going through the course, I felt much more confident in trimming my dog's nails. I am slowly getting better and am keeping to a once a week schedule now. It was well worth taking this course. Highly recommended.

I am certainly not proficient at nail trims yet but I am getting better with each session. The course is great because it shows still pictures and videos of what to do (and what to look for) as well as verbal instruction. In addition Dr. Buzby explains why we're doing what we're supposed to be doing instead of just giving instructions. I believe it's almost always more valuable to explain why than to just say "do this". Dr. Buzby does this very well.
I also bought the clippers that Dr. Buzby recommends and they are so much better than the ones I had been trying to use.