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My dog's nail is swollen and she won't let me touch it. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 73 lbs

my 14 year old lab ripped out one nail about 6 mths ago vet fixed it up. grew back now all of a sudden she constantly liking only that to. it's very swollen . she won't let me look at it

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 29th, 2017

She could have an infection or possibly a mass. You could soak her paw in a warm Epsom salt solution and see if that helps. Otherwise, she needs to be seen by a vet to determine the cause and treat. She may need an antibiotic and pain medications to treat.

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