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How often should I bathe my puppy & trim its tiny sharp nails?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 3 months old

How often should I bathe my puppy? How do I trim her long sharp tiny nails?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on November 3rd, 2016

Mila should not be bathed more often than once every 6-8 weeks. You can use pet wipes to "spot clean" her between baths. You can use small clippers to clip just the points of her nails. If she has clear nails, you can visualize the "quick". It appears as the pink part within the nail. Do not clip it as it will bleed and hurt. Handle her feet frequently and use praise/rewards afterwards.

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