{"id":8189,"date":"2022-03-25T06:38:49","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:38:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:38:49","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:38:49","slug":"how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you treat a dog&#8217;s nail bed injury?"},"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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_do_you_treat_a_dogs_nail_bed_injury\" title=\"How do you treat a dog&#8217;s nail bed injury?\">How do you treat a dog&#8217;s nail bed injury?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_do_you_stop_a_dogs_nail_bed_from_bleeding\" title=\"How do you stop a dogs nail bed from bleeding?\">How do you stop a dogs nail bed from 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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Will_a_dogs_broken_nail_heal_on_its_own\" title=\"Will a dog&#8217;s broken nail heal on its own?\">Will a dog&#8217;s broken nail 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-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Should_I_be_worried_if_my_dogs_nail_is_bleeding\" title=\"Should I be worried if my dog&#8217;s nail is bleeding?\">Should I be worried if my dog&#8217;s nail is bleeding?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_dog_nail_to_heal\" title=\"How long does it take for dog nail to heal?\">How long does it take for dog nail to heal?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Should_I_let_my_dog_lick_his_broken_nail\" title=\"Should I let my dog lick his broken nail?\">Should I let my dog lick his broken nail?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#What_causes_nail_bed_infection_in_dogs\" title=\"What causes nail bed infection in dogs?\">What causes nail bed infection in dogs?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_nail_quick_to_stop_bleeding\" title=\"How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail quick to stop bleeding?\">How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail quick to stop bleeding?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_do_you_stop_a_dogs_toe_nail_from_bleeding\" title=\"How do you stop a dogs toe nail from bleeding?\">How do you stop a dogs toe nail from bleeding?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Will_a_dogs_nail_stop_bleeding_on_its_own\" title=\"Will a dogs nail stop bleeding on it&#8217;s own?\">Will a dogs nail stop bleeding on it&#8217;s 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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_do_you_stop_a_dogs_nail_from_bleeding_without_styptic_powder\" title=\"How do you stop a dog&#8217;s nail from bleeding without styptic powder?\">How do you stop a dog&#8217;s nail from bleeding without styptic powder?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_broken_nail_to_heal\" title=\"How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s broken nail to heal?\">How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s broken nail to heal?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Will_a_dogs_broken_nail_come_off_on_its_own\" title=\"Will a dog&#8217;s broken nail come off on its own?\">Will a dog&#8217;s broken nail come off on its own?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_a_broken_nail\" title=\"Should I take my dog to the vet for a broken nail?\">Should I take my dog to the vet for a broken nail?<\/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\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Will_my_dogs_broken_toe_nail_heal_on_its_own\" title=\"Will my dogs broken toe nail heal on its own?\">Will my dogs broken toe nail 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-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_if_her_nail_is_bleeding\" title=\"Should I take my dog to the vet if her nail is bleeding?\">Should I take my dog to the vet if her nail is bleeding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_dogs_nail_is_bleeding\" title=\"What should I do if my dog&#8217;s nail is bleeding?\">What should I do if my dog&#8217;s nail is bleeding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_nail_to_stop_bleeding\" title=\"How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail to stop bleeding?\">How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail to stop bleeding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_nail_quick_to_heal\" title=\"How long does it take for a dogs nail quick to heal?\">How long does it take for a dogs nail quick to heal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#Can_I_walk_my_dog_after_cutting_the_quick\" title=\"Can I walk my dog after cutting the quick?\">Can I walk my dog after cutting the quick?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_do_you_treat_a_dogs_injured_nail\" title=\"How do you treat a dogs injured nail?\">How do you treat a dogs injured nail?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_broken_nail_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs broken nail at home?\">How can I treat my dogs broken nail at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-treat-a-dogs-nail-bed-injury\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_nail_to_heal\" title=\"How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail to heal?\">How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail to heal?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_a_dogs_nail_bed_injury\"><\/span>How do you treat a dog&#8217;s nail bed injury?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your veterinarian may <b>apply antibiotic ointment or powder to the exposed nail bed and bandage the foot to prevent contamination and to minimize further bleeding. An oral or injectable antibiotic may be advised as well. Since the nail bed or quick is attached to bone, prevention of infection is crucial.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_a_dogs_nail_bed_from_bleeding\"><\/span>How do you stop a dogs nail bed from bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The easiest and most effective way to stop dog nail bleeding is with <b>styptic powder or a styptic pencil, which can be purchased at most major pet stores and pharmacies. Be cautioned, however, that styptic powder will provide an initial sting, so be prepared to hold onto the dog firmly while applying.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_a_dogs_broken_nail_heal_on_its_own\"><\/span>Will a dog&#8217;s broken nail heal on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most dogs will completely recover, but it will take time because the nail will have to completely grow back to cover the exposed spot.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_be_worried_if_my_dogs_nail_is_bleeding\"><\/span>Should I be worried if my dog&#8217;s nail is bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Important disclaimer: <b>If your dog&#8217;s nail does not stop bleeding in 10 minutes OR if your dog has completely or partially torn off a toenail (resulting from an injury), please seek veterinary care.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_dog_nail_to_heal\"><\/span>How long does it take for dog nail to heal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most dogs will completely recover, but it will take time because the nail will have to completely grow back to cover the exposed spot.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_let_my_dog_lick_his_broken_nail\"><\/span>Should I let my dog lick his broken nail?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The good news is that dogs nails grow back a lot faster than human nails. It usually only takes <b>two to three weeks for a nail to grow back down and cover the quick, according to many online sources.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_nail_bed_infection_in_dogs\"><\/span>What causes nail bed infection in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most important thing to do straight away is to <b>stop your dog from licking its foot or nail. Dogs and cats have bacteria in their mouth, which can cause an infection if they lick a broken nail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_nail_quick_to_stop_bleeding\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail quick to stop bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gently press the cloth against the nail for <b>about two minutes. It takes approximately 2-4 minutes for a canine&#8217;s blood to clot. So, if the nail is still bleeding, try compressing for another two minutes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_a_dogs_toe_nail_from_bleeding\"><\/span>How do you stop a dogs toe nail from bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The easiest and most effective way to stop dog nail bleeding is with <b>styptic powder or a styptic pencil, which can be purchased at most major pet stores and pharmacies. Be cautioned, however, that styptic powder will provide an initial sting, so be prepared to hold onto the dog firmly while applying.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_a_dogs_nail_stop_bleeding_on_its_own\"><\/span>Will a dogs nail stop bleeding on it&#8217;s own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Unless your dog has a clotting disorder (and you would probably already know about this), the nail will stop bleeding on its own.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_a_dogs_nail_from_bleeding_without_styptic_powder\"><\/span>How do you stop a dog&#8217;s nail from bleeding without styptic powder?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have styptic powder, <b>dab the tip of the nail on a bar of soap or in a little flour or cornstarch. If the bleeding continues for more than several minutes, call your veterinarian.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_broken_nail_to_heal\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s broken nail to heal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It usually only takes <b>two to three weeks for a nail to grow back down and cover the quick, according to many online sources.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_a_dogs_broken_nail_come_off_on_its_own\"><\/span>Will a dog&#8217;s broken nail come off on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Will a dog&#8217;s nail heal on its own? If you&#8217;re able to treat at home, dogs can keep the nail clean on their own, as they would do in the wild.  The good news about broken nails is that <b>they almost always heal well, infections are rare, and a complete recovery is expected. The nail will grow back in time.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_a_broken_nail\"><\/span>Should I take my dog to the vet for a broken nail?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A bleeding or broken toenail is a very common injury in dogs. <b>It often requires a visit to the vet, immediately, if serious. Left untreated, a bleeding or broken toenail can result in blood loss, pain or infection, though it is rarely a life-threatening condition.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_my_dogs_broken_toe_nail_heal_on_its_own\"><\/span>Will my dogs broken toe nail heal on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No matter what kind of damage has occurred to the nail, <b>it will generally regrow normally in all but a few situations.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_if_her_nail_is_bleeding\"><\/span>Should I take my dog to the vet if her nail is bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A bleeding or broken toenail is a very common injury in dogs. <b>It often requires a visit to the vet, immediately, if serious. Left untreated, a bleeding or broken toenail can result in blood loss, pain or infection, though it is rarely a life-threatening condition.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_dogs_nail_is_bleeding\"><\/span>What should I do if my dog&#8217;s nail is bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Control bleeding by <b>wrapping the foot in gauze or a towel and applying pressure to the injured toe. If the bleeding does not stop in 5-10 minutes, apply a styptic pencil, silver nitrate stick, or cauterizing powder to the nail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_nail_to_stop_bleeding\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail to stop bleeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Unless your dog has a clotting disorder (and you would probably already know about this), the nail will stop bleeding on its own.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_nail_quick_to_heal\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dogs nail quick to heal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After trimming the tip of the nail, generally within <b>seven days the quick should recede enough that you can have the nail trimmed again, Carlo De Vito and Amy Ammen write in The Everything Puppy Book: Choosing, Raising, and Training Our Littlest Best. Consider that every time your vet or groomer trims your pooch&#8217;s <\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_walk_my_dog_after_cutting_the_quick\"><\/span>Can I walk my dog after cutting the quick?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can I Walk My Dog After Cutting Their Quick Too Short? Many dogs will not show any signs of pain after you trim their nail too short. <b>They can go for a short walk as long as they are not painful or limping. If you notice any issues with your dog walking, it would be best to let them rest for a few days.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_a_dogs_injured_nail\"><\/span>How do you treat a dogs injured nail?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most dogs will completely recover, but it will take time because the nail will have to completely grow back to cover the exposed spot.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_broken_nail_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs broken nail at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most dogs will completely recover, but it will take time because the nail will have to completely grow back to cover the exposed spot.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_dogs_nail_to_heal\"><\/span>How long does it take for a dog&#8217;s nail to heal?<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><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do you treat a dog&#8217;s nail bed injury?How do you stop a dogs nail bed from bleeding?Will a dog&#8217;s broken nail heal on its own?Should I be worried if my dog&#8217;s nail is bleeding?How long does it take for dog nail to heal?Should I let my dog lick his broken nail?What&#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\/8189"}],"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=8189"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8189\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8189"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8189"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8189"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}