Why is my dog biting her nails? Is it normal or a grooming issue?

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My 3 year old maltipoo bites her nails quite often and I usually find one laying around the next day. When I check she doesn’t seem to be in any pain and I can never figure out where the nail came from. Is she just grooming herself? I take her to the groomer every 6-8 weeks. Should I take her more often? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 3 years old | 9 lbs

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

It looks like she is just biting off the outer shell of the nail, which can shed in some cases. Because she is nibbling them she is likely causing a little more shedding than normal. I wouldn't worry too much as long as she is not damaging the nail bed or quick of the nails themselves.

Why is my dog biting her nails? Is it normal or a grooming issue?

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