Dremel 761-03 7,000/14,000 RPM Cordless Pet Nail Grooming Rotary Tool | List Price: $33.40
Discount Price: $21.93
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Brand: Dremel
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Features: - Cordless pet nail grooming kit; two speeds of 7,000 and 14,000 rpm
- Quick and easy way to trim pet's nails with rotary action
- Lightweight plastic casing (requires 4 AA batteries, not included)
- Includes 5 grinding drums, wrench for changing
- 1 pound; 2-year warranty
Doesn't seem to work very well. [Posted on 2008-12-17]
I wasn't terribly impressed with this product. I have medium sized dogs and it didn't seem to do much to trim their nails. I also wasn't happy with the amount of noise it makes or how quickly the nail heats up. I know you're supposed to alternate between toes to avoid heat build up, but that just gets frustrating when working with a dog who's already freaked out by the high-pitched whining noise. Also, I feel like it would benefit from a guard around the bit, similar to other products out there.
Rex didn't mind it, I loved it [Posted on 2008-12-17]
My dog Rex hates having his nails trimmed. This tool made it easy and painless on both of us. I was nervous to take a dremel to my dog's nails, but it took me about 5 seconds of using it to get over my nerves. One word of caution--keep fur away from the drum as it turns--fur will stop the drum if it gets caught. I had all the nails trimmed in about 2 minutes or less, and Rex was happy to be done so quickly. This is definitely better than using a clipper!
Great little tool [Posted on 2008-12-28]
I got this for a puppy who was so terrified of clippers that I had to hand file her black nails. I bought it because the price was good and I didn't know if she would accept it. I did not want to waste the money in the event that my puppy would not accept that either. She was a bit hesitant at first but warmed up to it by the third paw. I have had it for a month now and have done 3 rounds with my adult golden and 5 rounds with my puppy on the same batteries. I don't know how long they will last but I am satisfied.
The size is fits comfortably in my hands and the fact that it is cordless makes it easy to manipulate. It is very quiet so it does not spook the dogs. It took a little for them to get comfortable with the vibration from the spinning drum. The instructions suggest a 1/2 inch drum and sander for larger dogs and I got those. Although the included 1/4 inch have worked just fine but a bit slower.
Dremel Pet Nail Trimmer Thingy [Posted on 2009-01-01]
Well, we've had mixed success. My one dog (90# Mutt - Emil)won't have anything to do with the Dremel. The other dog (80# Catahoula - Hilda) doesn't mind it. Hilda's nails are extremely tough - she broke the guillotine trimmer and even the plier type require a great deal of hand strength. And her nails get very long, very quickly. So instead of going to get them trimmed every 2 weeks, I thought we'd give this a try. Initially, both speeds worked but it didn't seem to do much sanding at low speed - high worked better for her nails. After 2 sessions, the high speed quit working. Changed the batteries and neither speed worked. Changed the batteries again and still neither speed worked. Checked the little copper contacts and they seem to be fine - none bent awkwardly.
In conclusion, even when high speed worked, I guess Hilda's nails are just too tough for this thing. While I like the idea of a cordless tool, what good is it if I can't get the new batteries to work. It's going into the trash and I'll go to Home Depot to buy a regular cordless, rechargeable Dremel.
Too Loud for a Manicure [Posted on 2009-01-03]
I purchased this with great hopes that this would solve the anxious time associated by triming the dog's nails. After following the prescribed method that came with the device and gradually introducing my Yorkie it just didn't work. She trembled for 20 minutes after just having it near her. If your dog is a bit nervous, this will not help. My Yorkie never wanted her nails clipped but this added noise and vibration and freaked her out!!! So I gave it to my daughter who has two larger dogs and also helps out at a dog rescue. So maybe she will get some good use out of it. Clipping dogs nails is just tough and I am disappointed that this wasn't the answer for us. Good luck!!!!
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