How should you handle a dog with a history of bite risk during nail trimming?

How should you handle a dog with a history of bite risk during nail trimming?

• A. Use a muzzle if trained and allowed, plan desensitization, have a helper, use secure but gentle restraint, avoid forcing if signs of escalation, consider vet-assisted trimming if necessary.
• B. Ignore muzzle and force trim.
• C. Wrap dog in a towel and ignore.
• D. Restrain roughly and punish.

Answer: (A)