Which statement about nail care is false?

• A. When using an Emery board or rotator nail grinder, file back and forth, as you would on a human nail.
• B. Nails should be trimmed regularly.
• C. Nails should be filed to smooth.
• D. Quick should be avoided when trimming.

Answer: (B)

Nail care relies on safe, controlled technique and regular maintenance to keep the nails healthy and comfortable for the animal. The statement about filing back and forth, as you would on a human nail, is not correct for animal nails. In grooming, you should file in short, controlled strokes in one direction toward the tip, or use gentle, moving passes with a grinder, to reduce the risk of tearing, splintering, or heat buildup. Regular trimming is important to prevent overgrowth, nails should be filed to smooth any rough edges after trimming, and you should avoid cutting into the quick by trimming gradually and checking depth often. These practices together protect the quick and keep nails at a healthy length.