Ask The Vet: How to approach trimming dog’s nails

We have a one-year-old toy schnauzer and have two issues. Cutting nails — she is out of control and refuses to let me do it and the vet even gave up!! I don’t want to put her to sleep and spend $200 every few months. Socialization with dogs — when she comes near unfamiliar dogs she becomes EXTREMELY aggressive (barking and jumping). Commands, treats, and restraining her do not help!! Any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated.

—Lynanne Wyatt, Manassas, Virginia

Hi Lynanne...