My puppy's nails are sharp and scratching. When can I trim them?

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Oxy is 24 days old pup... His nails are very sharp... Whenever he tries to play or cuddle, my hand gets scratched cz of his nails... What is the best age to trim his nail????? 2 months? 3 months? When should I trim his nail? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered

Penelope Graben, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, You can trim Oxy's nails now! It is good to start this early in life with puppies. Use training and treats to make it a positive experience so it will be easy to do throughout his life. Letting them run on concrete can also help naturally file the nails down. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center.

My puppy's nails are sharp and scratching. When can I trim them?

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