Oster Gentle Paws Premium Dog & Cat Nail Grinder, Blue

I've tried two other highly recommended nail grinders that I was not at all happy with. I decided to try this one (Oster Gentle Paws) a shot. I'M SO GLAD I DID. First of all, it does a great job of filing down on the LOW speed (1) - which is wonderful because that speed isn't very loud and doesn't scare my dog. Second, it works FAST. Less time for the dog to fidget. Third, its shape is designed nicely. Easy to hold and maneuver. Two small issues: A) I haven't been able to change bands on the drum. The one that was on there is on good and tight. So that's what I've been using - and it works great. B) The safety guard is terrific, but I had read in other reviews that because there I've tried two other highly recommended nail grinders that I was not at all happy with. I decided to try this one (Oster Gentle Paws) a shot. I'M SO GLAD I DID. First of all, it does a great job of filing down on the LOW speed (1) - which is wonderful because that speed isn't very loud and doesn't scare my dog. Second, it works FAST. Less time for the dog to fidget. Third, its shape is designed nicely. Easy to hold and maneuver. Two small issues: A) I haven't been able to change bands on the drum. The one that was on there is on good and tight. So that's what I've been using - and it works great. B) The safety guard is terrific, but I had read in other reviews that because there are holes all the way around it (for different dog sizes) the nail dust flies out the ones you aren't using. So, before I started, I covered the 3 holes I don't need with heavy tape. That solved the problem! All in all, I'm extremely happy with this product. … more

I bought this a few years back when all of the groomers in my small town were too overbooked to get a nail grind done. I figured for the price of one nail grind, I could get the grinder and do it myself and save some money by doing it on my own moving forward. It served it's purpose, but I wouldn't recommend it. 1. Messy - Because of all the holes in the guard, nail dust falls out the other side making a mess everywhere. 2. Not Enough Power - I have a medium (45 lb) dog, so maybe this would be better suited for smaller dogs, but when I press his nail against the grinding end, I can hear the motor slowing down a lot due to the slight resistance. 3. Short Battery Life - I use Duracell I bought this a few years back when all of the groomers in my small town were too overbooked to get a nail grind done. I figured for the price of one nail grind, I could get the grinder and do it myself and save some money by doing it on my own moving forward. It served it's purpose, but I wouldn't recommend it. 1. Messy - Because of all the holes in the guard, nail dust falls out the other side making a mess everywhere. 2. Not Enough Power - I have a medium (45 lb) dog, so maybe this would be better suited for smaller dogs, but when I press his nail against the grinding end, I can hear the motor slowing down a lot due to the slight resistance. 3. Short Battery Life - I use Duracell batteries, but the batteries only last 1 maybe 2 sessions. I feel like the money I'd be saving my doing DIY nail grinds gets spent on batteries. LS;DR - Good for occasional use, but overall wouldn't recommend. … more

This grinder has 2 speeds - only 1 works. Called Chewy and they are, as they always do, replacing this faulty grinder! The Grinder gets a 1 star with Chewy getting a 5 star rating (I'd do 6 star if they had it. I can't even put into words how pleased I am with Chewy's way of doing business!!)

This nail grinder is not “whisper quiet, two-speed motor rotary.” I put on 4 AA fresh batteries, turned it on and it scared my dog away. The sound is not quiet, the second speed does not work, and the lock button does not lock. I am not satisfied with this product.

This is the only trimmer that works for Miss Bella, her nails are black and you can not see the quick! From the time she was 8 weeks old we had a problem trimming her nail. I bought this product and it worked perfectly!! My problem now is I can not unlock the top to change the grinder wheel it seems to be stuck in the lock position.and it needs to be replaced.

Horrible nail grinder for dogs. The sound is super loud. My dog was scared at all times. The battery cap continue to pop. Unable to unscrew the clear protection cap. I was waiting for this so much since my pup needed to get her nail cut and is completely garbage. Now i have to order a new item because this doesnt work.

We looked around for the best nail filer for our dog. Being in quarantine his nails needed to be clipped. We wanted something easy to use and a tool that wouldn't hurt our fur baby. This tool was easy to use and did the job with no pain

With groomers closed down due to Covid-19, we used this on Sushi's and Taffy's nails. It did not frighten them or scare them, and they seemed to enjoy the process.

Used a competitor product and the dog never liked it even when bribed with treats. The Oster Gentle Paws Premium nail grinder is quieter and I think the safety shield over the blade helps. My dog was not as nervous and didn't constantly attempt to pull away while having his nails ground. I think it did a satisfactory job without frightening the dog. He doesn't normally like his feet touched and he screams and upsets me. This was easier on both him and me. I like the battery replacement too. When the other grinder stopped charging, I didn't know how to properly replace the batteries without purchasing a new battery pack. Now if this runs low, I'll just pop four new "AA" batteries in and start Used a competitor product and the dog never liked it even when bribed with treats. The Oster Gentle Paws Premium nail grinder is quieter and I think the safety shield over the blade helps. My dog was not as nervous and didn't constantly attempt to pull away while having his nails ground. I think it did a satisfactory job without frightening the dog. He doesn't normally like his feet touched and he screams and upsets me. This was easier on both him and me. I like the battery replacement too. When the other grinder stopped charging, I didn't know how to properly replace the batteries without purchasing a new battery pack. Now if this runs low, I'll just pop four new "AA" batteries in and start again. … more

The piece that was suppose to tighten/loosen the bit.. came off inside of the guard! While I was trimming my puppies nails! Then I tried to twist the guard off. It wouldn’t come off... so I let it sit for a bit. I tried banging the cap, I tried to run warm water on it, I tried freezing it. Then I managed to get the attachment holder off WITH THE BIT AND PEICE INSIDE ALONG WITH THE TOP. I eventually said oh well smashed the guard off. Cause in my head I was like “I’m an expert, I don’t need the guard anyways.” (Literally cause I work at a pet place and do this all the time) I got it off and was trying to put the bit in. IT WOULDNT TIGHTEN!! the bottom part kept moving with the bit tightener The piece that was suppose to tighten/loosen the bit.. came off inside of the guard! While I was trimming my puppies nails! Then I tried to twist the guard off. It wouldn’t come off... so I let it sit for a bit. I tried banging the cap, I tried to run warm water on it, I tried freezing it. Then I managed to get the attachment holder off WITH THE BIT AND PEICE INSIDE ALONG WITH THE TOP. I eventually said oh well smashed the guard off. Cause in my head I was like “I’m an expert, I don’t need the guard anyways.” (Literally cause I work at a pet place and do this all the time) I got it off and was trying to put the bit in. IT WOULDNT TIGHTEN!! the bottom part kept moving with the bit tightener thingy.. so then I had to HOLD IT with a pair of scissors TO TIGHTEN IT!! You may think yay, I did it.. its fine now.. No.. There’s more. I turned it on and the moment I did the sandpaper on the bit CAME OFF! and I tried to take the bit off to change it, IT WAS STUCK and the thing wouldn’t loosen up!! SO I HAD TO PULL IT HARD TO GET IT OFF!! Then it wouldn’t turn on!!! IT LITERALLY BROKE AFTER ONE USE!! DO NOT BUY!! Cheap but not worth the money!! … more