On a more serious note, though, it’s better to avoid anaesthetics if at all possible. Dogs’ teeth should preferably be kept clean via fresh foods – raw bones, and crunchy veges such as carrots are great for this. There are also some types of dog treats that are good for their teeth cleaning action.

And there’s also a great product (unfortunately only available in the U.S., to my knowledge) that you can add to your dog’s water to prevent periodontal disease and all types of dog teeth problems.

Regards,
Brigitte

Step 1 My whippets nails are long.

Step 2 Head in the direction of the nail-clipper/miscellaneous drawer.

Step 3 Before opening drawer nonchalantly glance in the vicinity of the intended victim.

Step 4 Quickly and quietly scratch around drawer for best of three nail clippers.

Step 5 Glance over to pet- you guessed it- she has sprung you
and has the dreaded look on her face.

Step 6 While approaching with a positive look on my face and
hoping this time will be different, scoop up the retreating
14kg pet and hold her on the sofa chair.

Step 7 Get close to clip while wrestling what seems to be an anaconda.

Step 8 (Dripping with perspiration after round 1) Stop and get warm milk for dog and perhaps morning tea for self.

Step 9 Wait for other family member to have a go (and suffer the same guilt either as a torturer or a pet neglecter.)

Step 10 Book pet in to best veterinary hospital to have teeth cleaned.

Step 11 Make excuse to vet that the dog has phobia and you are not strong enough nor tough enough to handle the high- pitched crying.

Step 12 (Pet Doc smiling, says) There’s no phobia under anaesthetic!

Step 13 Worry about that now, but later that day, relieved head home through traffic, with empty account and wonky, clipped (and fresh-toothed) dog.

Best wishes,
Margarita