What grit do you use for your dremel?

MarleyGSD · 07-02-2011, 08:30 AM

Hello everyone! Well, i got some beef knuckle bones last night for the pooch which means....TODAY IS DREMEL DAY!

This is the first time we will be using the dremel. It's actually an older model that dh has at home. "Dremel Multipro" 5000-30000 RPM.
Is anyone familiar with this model? I am assuming it is safe on dogs but wanted to double check before using it.
What speed should i be using it on?
Also, what size grit? We have a pretty course one, medium and a pretty smooth one. I was thinking medium...?

I appreciate all comments, thanks guys!

counter · 07-02-2011, 10:33 AM

Go to the Dremel website. They give you their recommendations for a safe grit and speed. They have an entire section and PDF file on using the Dremel on a dog's nails. We use speed 5 or 6, and use whatever grit Dremel says to use. You shouldn't keep the Dremel grinding more than 3-4 seconds, because it gets too hot for the dog. Just grind for a few seconds, remove for a few seconds, then repeat until the nails are how you want them without going into the quick. Here are some good links that taught me what I needed to know when I was new using the Dremel:

DoberDawn.com (click on her link down near the bottom left)

Here, I went to the Dremel site and found it for you. It's the 4th one down. You have to DL the PDF file:
Manuals and Literature

MarleyGSD · 07-02-2011, 10:42 AM

Thanks very much, that's incredibly helpful!

counter · 07-02-2011, 11:47 AM

You're welcome!

**Cassidy's Mom** · 07-02-2011, 12:29 PM

Mine came with medium sanding bands and I used those for awhile, but then I ordered the coarse ones and they work much faster. I have a small cordless dremel that only has two speeds, and I use it on high, which is probably comparable to medium speed on your dremel.

Elaine · 07-02-2011, 01:04 PM

I only use the coarsest sandpaper I can get. That way you get the fastest trim with the least amount of heat.

MarleyGSD · 07-03-2011, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elaine

I only use the coarsest sandpaper I can get. That way you get the fastest trim with the least amount of heat.

ohhh, that makes sense. I was a little nervous to use the coarse one because it just seems so harsh. Good thing i asked!

Freestep · 07-03-2011, 01:03 PM

I use the stone that came with it, it is coarse and gets the nails down pretty quickly.

Elaine · 07-03-2011, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarleyGSD

ohhh, that makes sense. I was a little nervous to use the coarse one because it just seems so harsh. Good thing i asked!

The finer ones are nice if you want to really polish off the trim with a super smooth look.

KZoppa · 07-04-2011, 12:26 AM

OP thanks for asking! I was about to ask the same question! this is very helpful. Good luck with yours!

07-02-2011, 08:30 AM	#1 (permalink)
MarleyGSD Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: central NJ Posts: 210	What grit do you use for your dremel? Hello everyone! Well, i got some beef knuckle bones last night for the pooch which means....TODAY IS DREMEL DAY! This is the first time we will be using the dremel. It's actually an older model that dh has at home. "Dremel Multipro" 5000-30000 RPM. Is anyone familiar with this model? I am assuming it is safe on dogs but wanted to double check before using it. What speed should i be using it on? Also, what size grit? We have a pretty course one, medium and a pretty smooth one. I was thinking medium...? I appreciate all comments, thanks guys! __________________ Jackie Marley 6/17/10 He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart

07-02-2011, 10:33 AM	#2 (permalink)
counter Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Mt. Scott, SE Portland, OR Posts: 430	Go to the Dremel website. They give you their recommendations for a safe grit and speed. They have an entire section and PDF file on using the Dremel on a dog's nails. We use speed 5 or 6, and use whatever grit Dremel says to use. You shouldn't keep the Dremel grinding more than 3-4 seconds, because it gets too hot for the dog. Just grind for a few seconds, remove for a few seconds, then repeat until the nails are how you want them without going into the quick. Here are some good links that taught me what I needed to know when I was new using the Dremel: DoberDawn.com (click on her link down near the bottom left) Here, I went to the Dremel site and found it for you. It's the 4th one down. You have to DL the PDF file: Manuals and Literature __________________ ~KEVIN~ NARA Simha Devi Vom Engel {female GSD b. 11/22/2007} AKC# DN19877001 PAW PAW {rescued male Siberian Husky b. 12/4/2007} ConKC# SB-03834877 Sir BEOWULF the Brave {rescued male Wolf/Malamute/Husky b. 5/5/2010}

07-02-2011, 10:42 AM	#3 (permalink)
MarleyGSD Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: central NJ Posts: 210	Thanks very much, that's incredibly helpful! __________________ Jackie Marley 6/17/10 He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart

07-02-2011, 11:47 AM	#4 (permalink)
counter Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Mt. Scott, SE Portland, OR Posts: 430	You're welcome! __________________ ~KEVIN~ NARA Simha Devi Vom Engel {female GSD b. 11/22/2007} AKC# DN19877001 PAW PAW {rescued male Siberian Husky b. 12/4/2007} ConKC# SB-03834877 Sir BEOWULF the Brave {rescued male Wolf/Malamute/Husky b. 5/5/2010}

07-02-2011, 12:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
Cassidy's Mom No Stinkin' Leashes Moderator Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 24,945	Mine came with medium sanding bands and I used those for awhile, but then I ordered the coarse ones and they work much faster. I have a small cordless dremel that only has two speeds, and I use it on high, which is probably comparable to medium speed on your dremel. __________________ -Debbie- Dena 9/12/04-10/4/08 Forever would have been too short Keefer 8/25/05 Halo 11/9/08 Cassidy 6/8/00-10/4/04

07-02-2011, 01:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
Elaine Crowned Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 3,783	I only use the coarsest sandpaper I can get. That way you get the fastest trim with the least amount of heat. __________________ Elaine and the herd

07-03-2011, 01:03 PM	#8 (permalink)
Freestep Knighted Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern California Posts: 3,087	I use the stone that came with it, it is coarse and gets the nails down pretty quickly. __________________ Luka von Sontausen, CD Vinca von Sontausen, CGC Freestep's Beluga Whale, BWD

07-04-2011, 12:26 AM	#10 (permalink)
KZoppa Crowned Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Maryland kinda missing CO Posts: 13,805	OP thanks for asking! I was about to ask the same question! this is very helpful. Good luck with yours! __________________ The more people I meet and talk to,the more I love my dogs and their intelligence. www.krystalscollarcreations.weebly.com Riley GSD/BC 1/10/05 Zena GSD 6/1/03 Shasta GSD 5/5/10

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