I use a Wahl Peanut, which is a little noisy, but if you want cheap, you get a little noise. It is pretty great for pads. Hold the blade (entire top part of the clipper) flat against the pad, and move it along the hair lines, from the big pad towards the toenail. If it is still too long, you can go in the opposite direction. Just take it slow, and dont make any jabby motions, and you should be safe.