I also live by myself and the only way I can do the nails or ears is to put Ferretone on their bellies. They are so busy licking they could care less about what you are doing to them. Try it you'll like it. I hope that helps. Kim the Oregon one Kim Reyes Residential Specialist John L. Scott Real Estate Direct: (503) 380-4195 Toll Free 1-877-490-2595 http://www.kimreyes.com [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 3656]