Always cut a dog’s nail at a 45-degree angle. Holding the paw, gently press the knuckle on the toe, so the nail fully extends. Hold the nail trimmer flat against and under the toe pad. Angle it slightly up to 45 degrees from under the toe and cut the nail at this angle. If you are unsure where the quick is, only cut the very tip of the nail. You can also use the LED light to shine through the nail to show you where the quick is.