Leicester_H Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 Hi - although they're on a slabbed floor, my pure breed hens claws grow very long and have had annual clipping at the vets. This is no longer possible (as considered non-essential). I know to clip carefully and avoid the quick. However, I need to buy some clippers and the styptic pencil (??) just in case. Any recommendations ? TIA, H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beantree Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 We use Bibb electrical wire strippers. They cut from four sides so don't split the nail. Finish off by removing any sharp edges with a nail file. Take it slow (not too much at a time) and you won't need the pencil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullethunter Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 I use dog nail clippers - never had any problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 I only clip the claws on my 2 pekins as they don't scratch around as much as the others. I use guillotine-style dog claw clippers, and have vet wound powder to hand in case I catch the quick... only ever done that once, and boy does it bleed! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I use our rabbit nail clippers that we used to use when we had rabbits. They are pretty good at doing the job and have a nice rubbery grippy handle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
