18/09/2026
Fun Fact Friday! 🔍
Did you know that the Giant Armadillo holds the record for the largest claws relative to body size in the animal kingdom? Their front claws can grow up to 20 cm long making up over 20% of their total body length - Eeeek!
• Why Nail Care Matters for Our Domestic Pets •
While giant armadillos naturally wear down their claws by constantly digging, our senior cats and dogs often need a bit of extra help!
As pets get older, a few things change:
•Decreased Activity
Senior pets walk less on hard surfaces like pavement that naturally file down nails.
•Reduced Scratching
Older cats often scratch scratching posts less due to arthritis or reduced flexibility.
•Thicker NailsAging nails naturally become harder, thicker, and curl faster.
When nails grow too long, they can curl under and grow directly into the sensitive paw pads. Ingrown nails are incredibly painful, can cause severe infections, and often require veterinary treatment to safely remove.
🚐 Stress Free In-Home Nail Trims with The Vet Van
Many pets find nail trims stressful, especially if traveling to a busy clinic causes anxiety or if stiff, aging joints make car rides uncomfortable.
At The Vet Van, we come directly to you! By caring for your pet in their familiar home environment, we can gently trim their nails without the car ride, waiting room noise, or clinic stress!
Book in now, Call 021 283 8826 or email [email protected]
