My dog's dew claw is injured and dangly. Can I wait to see the vet?

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My jack russle has caught his dew claw, it's not bleeding or anything but does look abit dangly, it is bothering him but he don't seem to be in bad pain, obviously he does need to see the vet I'm just wondering just how urgently and would he be suffering if we waited till Monday? Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 5 months old

Amber W · Accepted Answer

I think as long as you schedule a visit on Monday Bertie should be okay. I'd recommend getting a E-collar to prevent Bertie from licking the nail as this may result in infection. You can also soak the foot in a diluted chlorohexidine or diluted iodine solution and then rinse thoroughly. If Bertie stops eating, acts lethargic, starts limping, or is obsessively trying to lick the nail then it would be better to get him to a veterinarian sooner. If he remains otherwise normal I think you are okay in waiting until Monday. Torn nails can be pretty painful, but please remember there are no safe over the counter pain medications for dogs so you will need a prescription from a vet for pain meds. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and I hope Bertie's issue resolves quickly!

My dog's dew claw is injured and dangly. Can I wait to see the vet?

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