RRP: £16 To create that subtle taper and square tip, a nail file - like this one - is a must. RRP: £14 To trim your nails down to length, a nail clipper is ideal for achieving a sharp edge quickly.
For cats, I like the Miller Forge Pet Nail Clipper, they're similar but smaller ... If the nail bleeds, apply cornstarch or flour to the tip of the nail and monitor it to see that it stops.