Guillotine Cat Nail Clipper, Stainless Steel With Spring-Loaded Red Handles

This is the classic style many groomers grew up with. A guillotine clipper has a small round ring at the tip. Slide the end of your cat's claw through the ring, squeeze the handles, and a stainless steel blade slices across in one clean snip. The spring between the handles opens them back up after each cut, and the cushioned red grips work in either hand.

Please note: insert only the clear tip of the claw, well short of the pink quick. If your cat's claws are long, trim a small amount, then wait a week or so before trimming again. Keep styptic powder nearby in case of a nick.

One Snip at a Time

Hold your cat's paw securely and press the pad gently to extend a claw. Thread the tip through the ring from the side with the blade facing you, then squeeze quickly and firmly for a clean cut. Trimming a few claws per session, with treats in between, helps your cat stay calm and makes trim day easier for both of you.

Key Features

• Guillotine Design: one-snip cut through a round ring
• Stainless Steel Blade: for clean, sharp cuts
• Spring-Loaded Handles: open automatically after each cut
• Rounded Head: smooth edges around the cutting ring
• Left or Right Handed: comfortable in either hand
• Compact Size: about 4.7 inches long

Product Details

• Type: guillotine nail clipper
• Material: stainless steel, plastic-coated handles
• Size: 12 x 8 x 1.5 cm (4.7 x 3.1 x 0.6 in)
• Color: red and silver
• Includes: 1 nail clipper

Round out your claw care kit with our nail grinder and grooming hammock in cat supplies, and read our guide on how to train a cat to accept paw handling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a guillotine clipper?

It uses a ring and a sliding blade instead of scissor blades. You place the claw tip in the ring and squeeze for a single clean cut.

Is it good for cats?

Yes, especially for adult cats with thicker claws. For tiny kittens, a small scissor-style clipper may be easier to handle.

How often should I trim?

Every two to three weeks suits most indoor cats.

What if I cut too short?

Apply gentle pressure and styptic powder to stop the bleeding. Contact your vet if it doesn't stop.

Add this guillotine nail clipper to your cart and keep your cat's claws neat.