Paw and Nail Care for Foster City's Walking Dogs

Foster City is made for walking dogs, with paths that loop around the lagoons and run along the Bay shoreline. All those miles are great exercise, but they put a lot of wear on the part of your dog that does the work: the paws.

Nails: Shorter Is Better

Many owners assume walking on pavement keeps nails short, but most dogs still need regular trims, and the dewclaws never touch the ground at all. Long nails push the toes up and change how a dog stands. If you can hear clicking on a hard floor, the nails are too long. Most dogs need a trim every three to four weeks.

Check the Pads

• Look for cracks, cuts or dry, rough patches on the pads.
• Check between the toes for redness, grass seeds or debris.
• Notice any limping or licking at one foot, and see your vet if it continues.
• On hot days, test the pavement with your hand before a long walk.

Trim the Paw Fur

Fur growing between and over the pads reduces grip on smooth floors, traps moisture and gives grass seeds somewhere to hide. Keeping it trimmed level with the pads is a small job that makes a big difference, especially for long-haired and curly breeds.

Making Nail Trims Easier

If your dog dislikes having their feet handled, practice touching and holding the paws for a few seconds at a time, with treats, between appointments. Nail trimming is one of the services you can choose when you book.

Mobile Grooming in Foster City

Sky Pet Grooming's van comes to homes in Foster City, with a full bathtub, a grooming table and professional dryers on board, so your pet is groomed right outside your door. We offer full dog grooming, cat grooming, de-shedding, detangling, nail trimming and anal gland expression. Book online any time, or call (415) 754-0813.