When I first read the binder clip post I thought that does sounds like a good idea but then I started to think about all the concerns the other posters have. I can see why the person who posted their original idea might think it's a good idea. I've tried just about everything I can think of to cut his nails but there is no idea that I've found helps me to accomplish it. I currently do the ferretone on the stomach thing but it only works for one nail at a time until he gets tired of me messing with his feet (usually after 2-3 nails). I'll then have to give him a short break or else he definitely won't cooperate and then we start all over with the ferretone on the stomach. Plus, a lot of times when I'm about to clip a nail he'll squirm and so there have been a couple of times where I'll accidentally cut his nail too close. There was also one time when I cut his paw pad because he moved so quickly. I've tried different amounts of ferretone and places where its applied but nothing. In addition, There is no one else who lives with me that'll be able to help me. I know he doesn't like anyone even thinking about touching his feet especially when he was a kit. I have gotten him to the point over the four years that I've had him where he will tolerate my massaging his feet for a couple of seconds. So I can see why someone would think the binder clip is a good idea. [Posted in FML 5839]