Okay, I am a little worried. I am just finishing up my first semester of vet tech classes. I have been practicing things like temp, pulse, and resp. on my own pets. (I have four dogs). I am a complete animal lover and I have even given my own dogs rabies vacc. and microchips (someone at our local shelter taught me, I volunteer alot). I did these things with no problem. However, about 6 months ago I clipped my lab/great dane's nails and cut too deep. I had to use the powder to make it stop bleeding and he seems much more sensitive now when I go to clip his nails. Every time I try now, it is like I was traumatized from that experience and I can't go through with cutting any of the animals nails. Is there an easy way to get over clipping dogs nails, do you think I would do okay with other animals, not my own ( I have no children, my dogs are my children).
I just keep thinking that I am gonna be a horrible tech if I cannot even clip my own dogs nails.Help...gonna be a vet tech...but afraid to clip nails???
I did the same thing to my poor old German Shepherd dog... and he was always scared of having his nails clipped after that. What I would do is just clip one or two, let him take a breather and then clip another couple of nails.
He got used to it after a while and realized I wasn't going to hurt him.
Just be careful how deep you clip and you'll do just fine. And with the other skills you have- implanting chips and giving shots- even if you can't bring yourself to clip nails you'll still be a great tech who can perform a lot of valuable services for the animals.Help...gonna be a vet tech...but afraid to clip nails???
First off, try not to send out your nervous energy to the dog when you want to clip them again. Dogs sense fear in an instant.--Ever watch the dog whisperer? Ceaser always says that.
Second try looking at the nail carefully. Try to look at the pink';meat'; part and cut far enough away from that but close enough to cut a small portion of the nail off. Whatever you do, don't cut the pink again. That's the nail bed. Make sure your nail cutters are sharp and not dull. Talk around ,to your Professor/teacher @ vet school. Maybe even talk with your own vet. Maybe have them show you exactly how.
Good luck!
Sometimes when its our own dogs or pets we become a little more nervous, but the only way to recover is to just go back to your confidence and just do it. even professionals make mistakes.
Ive learned how to give my dog sub-q fluids and i was afraid too. but know its second nature to me and i also help other pet owners give sub-q. believe me you can recover from this,you can do this
Well, if the dog has light colored nails you shouldn't have a problem. You can clearly see where the quick starts when they are light/clear. For the darker nails just clip off the very ends so that you don't cut deep, but they are not sharp anymore. I think you will do just fine. They will also eventually teach you how to do it properly. Whatever vet you work with will probably also show you.
Hey . Relax most dogs flip out about getting a nail trim.I a tech and it takes two people to trim most dogs nails. Just remember to snip a little at a time - black nails suck -it takes practice.
I think part of your dog's current sensitivity is that he is picking up on your nervousness. Take a deep breath before you start and remind yourself that though cutting to deep will hurt, it won't kill him. Then check for the pink, and take a little off at a time staying below the pink. If your dog has black nails, you just have to learn where to stop, with time you will figure it out, the reason we go to school is to learn, and you can't get good at something without practicing. The obvious care you show for your pet's pain makes me think you will be a great tech. Good luck. :-)
OK make sure u do not cut the nail to close to the pink part of the nail only cut on the White if u cut to close to the pink it will bleed of the dog tries to bite you put a towel over his head
You need to be careful when cutting their nails that you dont cut into the quick as you have previously. Your dog is a little wary as he was hurt last time and doesnt want to repeat the incident. One way to help him get over it is to provide him some kind of treat with the nail cutting. My dogs go bonkers when I tell them its time for grooming because they anticipate goodies. Hang in there. youll get it.
Just do the tips. I too don't like clipping dog's nails so I now use a dremel file, much better. Also it is easier working on animals that are not yours. I'm sure you'll be great. All the best;~}
Thursday, February 11, 2010
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Im guessing you meant ';Booth'; Rental? Check the local want ads, or the local Yellow pages for places that do nails and call and ask if they have openings for renters...Nails tech look for boots rent in lakewood, colorado...?
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I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
she explained it was illegal,because of infections.
What confuses me is that I know someone that just got a tattoo in thier mouth and that is legal.
I know It's two totally different cases .But it seems tattoos in the mouth would be worst.How does the health department determine what can be legal or not ,(when it was legal)The nail tech used brand new blades never touched by anyone eles,but yet tattoo tools are used on many clients you just hope that they are sterlized.Also the mouth is very dirty lots of germs .Seems like a tattoo would be high prone to infection.I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
Actually tattooing is much safer than nail salons simply because of sterile equipment. Nail salons aren't as stringent with the decontamination and they often use the same tools on multiple people. I have never had a tattoo where the artist used non-sterile equipment. It is a known fact that callous blades promote infection. Any time you have any sort of cuts on your feet, you are more likely to get an infection after leaving the salon. There are enzymes in your mouth that promote healing and make it less likely to cause infection. What you need to do is go get a product called a ';pedi egg'; and use it yourself. You may have seen it on TV, but you can buy them at Bed Bath %26amp; Beyond. They work much better than a callous balde and are much safer.I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
I dont know where you went, but I get pedicures once a week and they use a callace blade every single time. It is not illegal at least in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Florida. I travel back and forth from all these states all the time so I know that for a fact. THe salon could be doing that for their own personal safety incase someone would try to do that.
Tattoo shops in most states are held to Health Department codes and policies on cleaning and sterilization. Nail salons are not. My guess would be that the callus blade is not ';illegal'; just against policy at that shop.
Tattoo needles are disposable.
Being a nail tech. i can tell you that it is illegal in some states, but not all. It is mainly illegal because it is honestly real easy to cut to much and then the client will bleed, so that leaves us with 2 situations.
1. People usually get pedicures in the summer where they wear open shoes, or in warm climates. If there is small cuts on the feet, it is very easy for infection to occur. Think about it your feet are closest to the ground, were there is a lot of germs and bacteria.
2. The client will bleed all into the pedicure chair wich is unsanitary, especailly at the corner nails salons with the asian women instead of a salon. Yes, both places do clean the inside of the tub out, but they do NOT!! flush out the pipes. This means to fill up the tub and let it drain to clean out the pipes with the water from the last client. Without doing that what happens is that when they turn on the jets the water comes in from the pipes which was the past clients water which could have blood from scraping, and is now in your bath.
What confuses me is that I know someone that just got a tattoo in thier mouth and that is legal.
I know It's two totally different cases .But it seems tattoos in the mouth would be worst.How does the health department determine what can be legal or not ,(when it was legal)The nail tech used brand new blades never touched by anyone eles,but yet tattoo tools are used on many clients you just hope that they are sterlized.Also the mouth is very dirty lots of germs .Seems like a tattoo would be high prone to infection.I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
Actually tattooing is much safer than nail salons simply because of sterile equipment. Nail salons aren't as stringent with the decontamination and they often use the same tools on multiple people. I have never had a tattoo where the artist used non-sterile equipment. It is a known fact that callous blades promote infection. Any time you have any sort of cuts on your feet, you are more likely to get an infection after leaving the salon. There are enzymes in your mouth that promote healing and make it less likely to cause infection. What you need to do is go get a product called a ';pedi egg'; and use it yourself. You may have seen it on TV, but you can buy them at Bed Bath %26amp; Beyond. They work much better than a callous balde and are much safer.I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
I dont know where you went, but I get pedicures once a week and they use a callace blade every single time. It is not illegal at least in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Florida. I travel back and forth from all these states all the time so I know that for a fact. THe salon could be doing that for their own personal safety incase someone would try to do that.
Tattoo shops in most states are held to Health Department codes and policies on cleaning and sterilization. Nail salons are not. My guess would be that the callus blade is not ';illegal'; just against policy at that shop.
Tattoo needles are disposable.
Being a nail tech. i can tell you that it is illegal in some states, but not all. It is mainly illegal because it is honestly real easy to cut to much and then the client will bleed, so that leaves us with 2 situations.
1. People usually get pedicures in the summer where they wear open shoes, or in warm climates. If there is small cuts on the feet, it is very easy for infection to occur. Think about it your feet are closest to the ground, were there is a lot of germs and bacteria.
2. The client will bleed all into the pedicure chair wich is unsanitary, especailly at the corner nails salons with the asian women instead of a salon. Yes, both places do clean the inside of the tub out, but they do NOT!! flush out the pipes. This means to fill up the tub and let it drain to clean out the pipes with the water from the last client. Without doing that what happens is that when they turn on the jets the water comes in from the pipes which was the past clients water which could have blood from scraping, and is now in your bath.
Does anyone know a tech school for nails near UCF (University of Central Florida)?
I'm looking for a school near my universityDoes anyone know a tech school for nails near UCF (University of Central Florida)?
Most Cosmetology Schools have a Nail Course. Here's a list of Schools in Florida that have the tech course. http://www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com/fi鈥?/a>
Most Cosmetology Schools have a Nail Course. Here's a list of Schools in Florida that have the tech course. http://www.beautyschoolsdirectory.com/fi鈥?/a>
Why is it when you are getting your nails done, the tech wears a mask but they never offer the client one?
Just wondering, we are breathing in the same fumes...Why is it when you are getting your nails done, the tech wears a mask but they never offer the client one?
well the person who does your nails breathes in the fumes for longer than you. you breathing in the small amount of fumes each time you get your nails done isn't a big deal, but the nail artists breath the fumes in all day everyday and that kind of exposure is harmful...hence why they wear the masks and you don't...i hope this makes sense :)Why is it when you are getting your nails done, the tech wears a mask but they never offer the client one?
no problem...i personally can't stand the smell whenever i go, so i will probably ask for the mask next time too! :)
maybe they are super hero wanna bees! or maybe just rude!
Good question! Maybe it is so they dont get any nail stuff in their mouth... LOL... I will ask next time!!
it depends on who you get your nails done bye if you get them done Chinese people i am not racist but an y ways they have chemical in the powder that can harm your lung if you want a mask you can ask them and they will give you one
I think its because they are breathing on your nails with all that bacteria and stuff and your not breathing on their nails with that bacteria so their for you dont need one.......
More exposure, Need mask.
The powders, fumes and germs would make a person sick. The mask could be the same as at a dentists office. Germs!
But they are breathing the fumes ALL DAY, and you are just there for an hour.
A good question for your tech. Also ask for a mask for yourself.
i really dont know they just dont think
it is for 'your' protection as it was explained to me. They get so close to you and your nail beds that you don't want to get anything they might have.
i been thinking the same thingmy myspace
well the person who does your nails breathes in the fumes for longer than you. you breathing in the small amount of fumes each time you get your nails done isn't a big deal, but the nail artists breath the fumes in all day everyday and that kind of exposure is harmful...hence why they wear the masks and you don't...i hope this makes sense :)Why is it when you are getting your nails done, the tech wears a mask but they never offer the client one?
no problem...i personally can't stand the smell whenever i go, so i will probably ask for the mask next time too! :)
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maybe they are super hero wanna bees! or maybe just rude!
Good question! Maybe it is so they dont get any nail stuff in their mouth... LOL... I will ask next time!!
it depends on who you get your nails done bye if you get them done Chinese people i am not racist but an y ways they have chemical in the powder that can harm your lung if you want a mask you can ask them and they will give you one
I think its because they are breathing on your nails with all that bacteria and stuff and your not breathing on their nails with that bacteria so their for you dont need one.......
More exposure, Need mask.
The powders, fumes and germs would make a person sick. The mask could be the same as at a dentists office. Germs!
But they are breathing the fumes ALL DAY, and you are just there for an hour.
A good question for your tech. Also ask for a mask for yourself.
i really dont know they just dont think
it is for 'your' protection as it was explained to me. They get so close to you and your nail beds that you don't want to get anything they might have.
i been thinking the same thing
I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
she explained it was illegal,because of infections.
What confuses me is that I know someone that just got a tattoo in thier mouth and that is legal.
I know It's two totally different cases .But it seems tattoos in the mouth would be worst.How does the health department determine what can be legal or not ,(when it was legal)The nail tech used brand new blades never touched by anyone eles,but yet tattoo tools are used on many clients you just hope that they are sterlized.Also the mouth is very dirty lots of germs .Seems like a tattoo would be high prone to infection.Being inside of the mouth.I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
Nail technicians are nit M.D.'s. Thus, we are not allowed - by law, to cut living tissue. This includes the use of a 'credo' blade. This is illegal to do in most states. Some of the cheapo salons will do it for you, but not a reputable salon. A tech could lose her license for doing something like this. Let's put it this way. You don't go to a doctor and ask him/her to do something illegal, do you? I didn't think so So, the same applies here. If it's illegal, then it should not be done. Whether you want them to do it or not is irrelevant. Just my opinion...I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
the reason is that with a blade (callous remover) you can potentially take off to much skin and that could cause major problems. i have seen it happen. you can actually buy them at the store and do it yourself or get a foot file and use it daily maybe twice daily and that would help a lot. depending on the work you do the callous might be there for a reason though.
Getting a tattoo does not require cutting skin. when you cut skin it is considered ';surgery'; this makes it illegal for nail techs to cut the callous off your feet. As much as i loved it, it makes sense not to have a non surgeon cutting skin off my feet.
What confuses me is that I know someone that just got a tattoo in thier mouth and that is legal.
I know It's two totally different cases .But it seems tattoos in the mouth would be worst.How does the health department determine what can be legal or not ,(when it was legal)The nail tech used brand new blades never touched by anyone eles,but yet tattoo tools are used on many clients you just hope that they are sterlized.Also the mouth is very dirty lots of germs .Seems like a tattoo would be high prone to infection.Being inside of the mouth.I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
Nail technicians are nit M.D.'s. Thus, we are not allowed - by law, to cut living tissue. This includes the use of a 'credo' blade. This is illegal to do in most states. Some of the cheapo salons will do it for you, but not a reputable salon. A tech could lose her license for doing something like this. Let's put it this way. You don't go to a doctor and ask him/her to do something illegal, do you? I didn't think so So, the same applies here. If it's illegal, then it should not be done. Whether you want them to do it or not is irrelevant. Just my opinion...I went to a nail salon asked the tech if she could use a callus blade?
the reason is that with a blade (callous remover) you can potentially take off to much skin and that could cause major problems. i have seen it happen. you can actually buy them at the store and do it yourself or get a foot file and use it daily maybe twice daily and that would help a lot. depending on the work you do the callous might be there for a reason though.
Getting a tattoo does not require cutting skin. when you cut skin it is considered ';surgery'; this makes it illegal for nail techs to cut the callous off your feet. As much as i loved it, it makes sense not to have a non surgeon cutting skin off my feet.
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