{"id":6315,"date":"2022-03-25T06:35:07","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:35:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:35:07","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:35:07","slug":"what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/","title":{"rendered":"What do you do for a broken dew claw?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#What_do_you_do_for_a_broken_dew_claw\" title=\"What do you do for a broken dew claw?\">What do you do for a broken dew claw?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dew_claw_to_stop_bleeding\" title=\"How long does it take for a dew claw to stop bleeding?\">How long does it take for a dew claw to stop bleeding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_do_you_treat_an_infected_dew_claw_at_home\" title=\"How do you treat an infected dew claw at home?\">How do you treat an infected dew claw at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_dew_claws_to_heal\" title=\"How long does it take for dew claws to heal?\">How long does it take for dew claws to heal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_do_you_treat_a_broken_dew_claw\" title=\"How do you treat a broken dew claw?\">How do you treat a broken dew claw?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#What_happens_if_a_dogs_dew_claw_breaks\" title=\"What happens if a dog&#8217;s dew claw breaks?\">What happens if a dog&#8217;s dew claw breaks?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_do_you_stop_a_dew_claw_from_bleeding\" title=\"How do you stop a dew claw from bleeding?\">How do you stop a dew claw from bleeding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#Will_a_dogs_nail_stop_bleeding_by_itself\" title=\"Will a dog&#8217;s nail stop bleeding by itself?\">Will a dog&#8217;s nail stop bleeding by itself?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_do_you_treat_a_ripped_dew_claw\" title=\"How do you treat a ripped dew claw?\">How do you treat a ripped dew claw?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#Can_a_dew_claw_heal_on_its_own\" title=\"Can a dew claw heal on its own?\">Can a dew claw heal on its own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dogs_dew_claw_is_infected\" title=\"How do I know if my dog&#8217;s dew claw is infected?\">How do I know if my dog&#8217;s dew claw is infected?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_do_you_treat_a_sore_dew_claw\" title=\"How do you treat a sore dew claw?\">How do you treat a sore dew claw?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_nail_infection_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs nail infection at home?\">How can I treat my dogs nail infection at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#Will_a_dew_claw_heal_on_its_own\" title=\"Will a dew claw heal on its own?\">Will a dew claw heal on its own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#How_do_you_heal_a_dew_claw\" title=\"How do you heal a dew claw?\">How do you heal a dew claw?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-you-do-for-a-broken-dew-claw\/#What_do_you_do_if_your_dogs_dew_claw_is_damaged\" title=\"What do you do if your dog&#8217;s dew claw is damaged?\">What do you do if your dog&#8217;s dew claw is damaged?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_for_a_broken_dew_claw\"><\/span>What do you do for a broken dew claw?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A broken dewclaw requires medical attention because the exposed quickthe bundle of nerves and blood vessels within the nailis painful and can become infected. <b>The broken nail typically needs to be cleaned and cut down above the break, which should be performed with sedation and pain medication, he says.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dew_claw_to_stop_bleeding\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dew claw to stop bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It can take <b>a few minutes to stop a bleeding toenail, but this can seem like a long time, especially for people who are squeamish at the sight of blood. There is no need to worry about a bleeding toenail that bleeds for 3 to 5 minutes, because the amount of blood lost is insignificant.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_an_infected_dew_claw_at_home\"><\/span>How do you treat an infected dew claw at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Soaking the paw in a diluted chlorhexidine solution or Epsom salts can help draw out pus and reduce inflammation. Your veterinarian may also recommend an e-collar to prevent your dog from licking the infection site, and you&#8217;ll need to keep the affected foot clean and dry during the healing process.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_dew_claws_to_heal\"><\/span>How long does it take for dew claws to heal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After a dog&#8217;s dewclaws are removed, the healing and recovery process usually takes <b>up to two weeks. If done at a few days old, the wound should heal in three days, with no sutures needing removal. If removed by a veterinarian and sutured closed, the vet will remove the sutures between 10 to 14 days after the procedure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_a_broken_dew_claw\"><\/span>How do you treat a broken dew claw?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What should I do if my dog has a broken nail?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Safely restrain your dog. Have someone hold your pet while you tend to the nail.  <\/li>\n<li>Control bleeding by wrapping the foot in gauze or a towel and applying pressure to the injured toe.  <\/li>\n<li>Remove the damaged part of the nail.  <\/li>\n<li>Protect the nail bed from infection.  <\/li>\n<li>Control the pain.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dogs_dew_claw_breaks\"><\/span>What happens if a dog&#8217;s dew claw breaks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A broken dewclaw <b>requires medical attention because the exposed quickthe bundle of nerves and blood vessels within the nailis painful and can become infected. The broken nail typically needs to be cleaned and cut down above the break, which should be performed with sedation and pain medication, he says.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_a_dew_claw_from_bleeding\"><\/span>How do you stop a dew claw from bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best thing to do here is to use <b>styptic powder ( or even flour) to stem the bleeding as soon as possible. Make sure you cover the entire nail with powder and gently apply pressure with a clean, lint-free cloth until the bleeding stops. This reduces blood loss but may also help to calm your dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_a_dogs_nail_stop_bleeding_by_itself\"><\/span>Will a dog&#8217;s nail stop bleeding by itself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unless your dog has a clotting disorder (and you would probably already know about this), <b>the nail will stop bleeding on its own.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_a_ripped_dew_claw\"><\/span>How do you treat a ripped dew claw?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If it is torn but still connected to the leg, then <b>the nail will probably need to be removed completely (it will re grow). If it is broken, the broken part of the nail will be trimmed off. A bandage, pain relief medications and antibiotics to stop infections are also often required.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dew_claw_heal_on_its_own\"><\/span>Can a dew claw heal on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dew claws can heal naturally eventually but there are some home remedies you can try before taking them to the vet as well! These are important issues for dog owners to know, as it is. not uncommon for your dog to have a broken nail, which can mean a lot of bleeding and a risk of infection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dogs_dew_claw_is_infected\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog&#8217;s dew claw is infected?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Symptoms of a dew claw infection include <b>soreness and inflammation around the dew claw, nail overgrowth, unexpected peeling and chipping of the nail, and discoloration. If you believe your dog may have an infected dew claw, contact your vet immediately to schedule an appointment.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_a_sore_dew_claw\"><\/span>How do you treat a sore dew claw?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The skin will be inflamed (sore and swollen) and often have an infection. Treatment involves <b>trimming the nail so the nail that&#8217;s grown into the skin can be removed as well as treating the nail bed with medication (e.g. pain relief and antibiotics) .<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_nail_infection_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs nail infection at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most treatments will include <b>topical or oral antibiotic ointments and paw soaks. Paw soaks might include chlorhexidine or Epsom salts to draw any pus and reduce inflammation while promoting healing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_a_dew_claw_heal_on_its_own\"><\/span>Will a dew claw heal on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dew claws can heal naturally eventually but there are some home remedies you can try before taking them to the vet as well! These are important issues for dog owners to know, as it is. not uncommon for your dog to have a broken nail, which can mean a lot of bleeding and a risk of infection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_heal_a_dew_claw\"><\/span>How do you heal a dew claw?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Stop a Dog From Licking a Removed Dew Claw<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Distract your pet with attention and affection when she starts licking the sites of her removed dew claws.  <\/li>\n<li>Cover the sites of the removed dew claws with bandages.  <\/li>\n<li>Change the bandages daily or if they become soiled.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_if_your_dogs_dew_claw_is_damaged\"><\/span>What do you do if your dog&#8217;s dew claw is damaged?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A broken dewclaw requires medical attention because the exposed quickthe bundle of nerves and blood vessels within the nailis painful and can become infected. <b>The broken nail typically needs to be cleaned and cut down above the break, which should be performed with sedation and pain medication, he says.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What do you do for a broken dew claw?How long does it take for a dew claw to stop bleeding?How do you treat an infected dew claw at home?How long does it take for dew claws to heal?How do you treat a broken dew claw?What happens if a dog&#8217;s dew claw breaks?How&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6315"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6315"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6315\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6315"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6315"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6315"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}