{"id":79876,"date":"2022-04-22T11:52:47","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T11:52:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T11:52:47","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T11:52:47","slug":"what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/","title":{"rendered":"What are angled nail clippers for?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_are_angled_nail_clippers_for\" title=\"What are angled nail clippers for?\">What are angled nail clippers for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#How_do_you_use_a_diagonal_nail_clipper\" title=\"How do you use a diagonal nail clipper?\">How do you use a diagonal nail clipper?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#Why_are_baby_nail_clippers_slanted\" title=\"Why are baby nail clippers slanted?\">Why are baby nail clippers slanted?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_is_the_slanted_nail_clipper_for\" title=\"What is the slanted nail clipper for?\">What is the slanted nail clipper for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#How_do_you_use_diagonal_nail_clippers\" title=\"How do you use diagonal nail clippers?\">How do you use diagonal nail clippers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_are_the_three_types_of_nail_trimmers\" title=\"What are the three types of nail trimmers?\">What are the three types of nail trimmers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_is_a_diagonal_nail_clipper_for\" title=\"What is a diagonal nail clipper for?\">What is a diagonal nail clipper for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#How_do_you_use_angled_toenail_clippers\" title=\"How do you use angled toenail clippers?\">How do you use angled toenail clippers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#How_do_you_use_curved_nail_scissors\" title=\"How do you use curved nail scissors?\">How do you use curved nail scissors?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_is_the_purpose_of_a_slanted_nail_clipper\" title=\"What is the purpose of a slanted nail clipper?\">What is the purpose of a slanted nail clipper?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#Why_are_some_nail_clippers_curved\" title=\"Why are some nail clippers curved?\">Why are some nail clippers curved?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#How_are_baby_nail_clippers_different\" title=\"How are baby nail clippers different?\">How are baby nail clippers different?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_is_the_other_part_of_a_nail_clipper_for\" title=\"What is the other part of a nail clipper for?\">What is the other part of a nail clipper for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#How_do_you_use_nail_clippers_step_by_step\" title=\"How do you use nail clippers step by step?\">How do you use nail clippers step by step?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_is_the_thing_on_the_back_of_nail_clippers\" title=\"What is the thing on the back of nail clippers?\">What is the thing on the back of nail clippers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_are_the_three_tools_needed_to_use_when_trimming_nails\" title=\"What are the three tools needed to use when trimming nails?\">What are the three tools needed to use when trimming nails?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#Are_cat_and_dog_nail_trimmers_the_same\" title=\"Are cat and dog nail trimmers the same?\">Are cat and dog nail trimmers the same?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_is_the_difference_between_a_nail_clipper_and_a_toenail_clipper\" title=\"What is the difference between a nail clipper and a toenail clipper?\">What is the difference between a nail clipper and a toenail clipper?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_is_the_best_tool_to_use_in_nail_trimming\" title=\"What is the best tool to use in nail trimming?\">What is the best tool to use in nail trimming?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_are_the_different_types_of_nail_clippers\" title=\"What are the different types of nail clippers?\">What are the different types of nail clippers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#How_do_you_use_curved_toenail_clippers\" title=\"How do you use curved toenail clippers?\">How do you use curved toenail clippers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#Should_toe_nail_clippers_be_straight_or_curved\" title=\"Should toe nail clippers be straight or curved?\">Should toe nail clippers be straight or curved?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#Which_way_do_you_use_curved_nail_scissors\" title=\"Which way do you use curved nail scissors?\">Which way do you use curved nail scissors?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#How_do_you_use_a_curved_cuticle_scissors\" title=\"How do you use a curved cuticle scissors?\">How do you use a curved cuticle scissors?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-angled-nail-clippers-for\/#What_is_a_slanted_nail_cutter_for\" title=\"What is a slanted nail cutter for?\">What is a slanted nail cutter for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_angled_nail_clippers_for\"><\/span>What are angled nail clippers for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angled nail clippers <b>allow you to trim from the side instead, giving you better grip and control as you work. They&#8217;re the best toe nail clippers, especially for the nails on your big toes. Side clippers also work well for fingernails and give you easy access to ragged hangnails and cuticles, too.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_use_a_diagonal_nail_clipper\"><\/span>How do you use a diagonal nail clipper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The blades are angled so it begins cutting on one side and ends cutting on the other like scissors. This actually was less helpful than you you&#8217;d think. It was hard to get the clippers underneath nails, especially nails that are curled under like on the toes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_baby_nail_clippers_slanted\"><\/span>Why are baby nail clippers slanted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Nail clippers<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_slanted_nail_clipper_for\"><\/span>What is the slanted nail clipper for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angled nail clippers <b>allow you to trim from the side instead, giving you better grip and control as you work. They&#8217;re the best toe nail clippers, especially for the nails on your big toes. Side clippers also work well for fingernails and give you easy access to ragged hangnails and cuticles, too.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_use_diagonal_nail_clippers\"><\/span>How do you use diagonal nail clippers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The blades are angled so it begins cutting on one side and ends cutting on the other like scissors. This actually was less helpful than you you&#8217;d think. It was hard to get the clippers underneath nails, especially nails that are curled under like on the toes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_three_types_of_nail_trimmers\"><\/span>What are the three types of nail trimmers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Different types of nail clippers include <b>scissored nail clippers, guillotine nail clippers, and clippers that resemble a small pair of pliers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_diagonal_nail_clipper_for\"><\/span>What is a diagonal nail clipper for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While straight-edge nail clippers are typically used to give nails a quick trim, Diagonal Nail Clippers ($6), or angled nail clippers, can be used <b>to snip away dry skin in the corners of the nails.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_use_angled_toenail_clippers\"><\/span>How do you use angled toenail clippers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Place the cutting blades over the outer edge of toenails. The wider jaw opening accommodates those thicker toenails. Use the angled straight edge blade to get into the corners of the toenail, especially for clipping ingrown toenails.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_use_curved_nail_scissors\"><\/span>How do you use curved nail scissors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You will hold the clippers in your hand, with the bottom part on your four fingers. Place the toenail you want to cut between the blades, and squeeze down on the lever with your thumb. Cut toenails straight across. If you don&#8217;t cut your toenails right, they can become ingrown, which can cause pain and infection.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_purpose_of_a_slanted_nail_clipper\"><\/span>What is the purpose of a slanted nail clipper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angled nail clippers <b>allow you to trim from the side instead, giving you better grip and control as you work. They&#8217;re the best toe nail clippers, especially for the nails on your big toes. Side clippers also work well for fingernails and give you easy access to ragged hangnails and cuticles, too.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_some_nail_clippers_curved\"><\/span>Why are some nail clippers curved?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The 360 degree rotating blade in these clippers helps to cut any angle, and <b>the curved blades prevent from overcutting your nails, Diaz notes. The body of the clippers, recommended by Lippmann, contains a grip so that there won&#8217;t be any mishaps.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_baby_nail_clippers_different\"><\/span>How are baby nail clippers different?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Baby nail trimmers are <b>much smaller than nail clippers designed for adult fingers and toes. The handles themselves are large enough for parent hands, but the blade area of the nail clipper is much smaller. This is to help you avoid cutting your infant&#8217;s fingers along with his nails.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_other_part_of_a_nail_clipper_for\"><\/span>What is the other part of a nail clipper for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The blades are angled so it begins cutting on one side and ends cutting on the other like scissors. This actually was less helpful than you you&#8217;d think. It was hard to get the clippers underneath nails, especially nails that are curled under like on the toes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_use_nail_clippers_step_by_step\"><\/span>How do you use nail clippers step by step?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angled nail clippers <b>allow you to trim from the side instead, giving you better grip and control as you work. They&#8217;re the best toe nail clippers, especially for the nails on your big toes. Side clippers also work well for fingernails and give you easy access to ragged hangnails and cuticles, too.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_thing_on_the_back_of_nail_clippers\"><\/span>What is the thing on the back of nail clippers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Place the cutting blades over the outer edge of toenails. The wider jaw opening accommodates those thicker toenails. Use the angled straight edge blade to get into the corners of the toenail, especially for clipping ingrown toenails.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_three_tools_needed_to_use_when_trimming_nails\"><\/span>What are the three tools needed to use when trimming nails?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The takeaway You can trim your nails with <b>a cutting tool like clippers or manicure scissors or with a filing tool like an emery board. Nail files are gentler on your nails and are good for shaping and smoothing nail edges.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_cat_and_dog_nail_trimmers_the_same\"><\/span>Are cat and dog nail trimmers the same?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are cat and dog nail clippers the same? <b>The same nail clippers can be used on both cats and dogs, assuming your animals are a similar size. Cats require small nail clippers, and these clippers are often appropriate to use on puppies and small breed dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_a_nail_clipper_and_a_toenail_clipper\"><\/span>What is the difference between a nail clipper and a toenail clipper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Fingernail clippers are smaller than those used for toenails. Their cutting edge will also be curved slightly inwards to match the rounded shape of your fingernail tips. Toenail clippers are larger and have straight cutting edge. Using these on your fingernails can cause damage.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_tool_to_use_in_nail_trimming\"><\/span>What is the best tool to use in nail trimming?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>a. <b>Nail scissors  Easier to control than nippers, nail scissors allow a much more precise trim of the nail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_different_types_of_nail_clippers\"><\/span>What are the different types of nail clippers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angled nail clippers <b>allow you to trim from the side instead, giving you better grip and control as you work. They&#8217;re the best toe nail clippers, especially for the nails on your big toes. Side clippers also work well for fingernails and give you easy access to ragged hangnails and cuticles, too.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_use_curved_toenail_clippers\"><\/span>How do you use curved toenail clippers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angled nail clippers <b>allow you to trim from the side instead, giving you better grip and control as you work. They&#8217;re the best toe nail clippers, especially for the nails on your big toes. Side clippers also work well for fingernails and give you easy access to ragged hangnails and cuticles, too.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_toe_nail_clippers_be_straight_or_curved\"><\/span>Should toe nail clippers be straight or curved?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>straight<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_way_do_you_use_curved_nail_scissors\"><\/span>Which way do you use curved nail scissors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ultra-fine curved blades are perfectly aligned for accurate, easy trimming. <b>Use on cuticles and hangnails only.<\/b><b>Soften cuticles by soaking them in warm, soapy water.<\/b><b>Gently push cuticles back and trim carefully with Cuticle Scissors<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_use_a_curved_cuticle_scissors\"><\/span>How do you use a curved cuticle scissors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cuticle Scissors offer a precise, ergonomic design for a DIY manicure at home. These sharp, durable cuticle nail scissors are perfect for <b>trimming overgrown cuticles<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_slanted_nail_cutter_for\"><\/span>What is a slanted nail cutter for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Angled nail clippers <b>allow you to trim from the side instead, giving you better grip and control as you work. They&#8217;re the best toe nail clippers, especially for the nails on your big toes. Side clippers also work well for fingernails and give you easy access to ragged hangnails and cuticles, too.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What are angled nail clippers for?How do you use a diagonal nail clipper?Why are baby nail clippers slanted?What is the slanted nail clipper for?How do you use diagonal nail clippers?What are the three types of nail trimmers?What is a diagonal nail clipper for?How do you use angled toenail clippers?How do you use&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-79876","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/79876"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=79876"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/79876\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=79876"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=79876"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=79876"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}