My puppy has a broken toenail and swollen toe. How can I help?

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My puppy has a broken toe nail and his toe is swollen what can I do to take the swelling down. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 24 days old | 2.5 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Chico! If the broken part of the nail is still present then the nail needs to be cut back. If the tow is swollen there may be an infection. I recommend an appointment with your Vet to have the nail cut back if needed, an anti-inflammatory and antibiotics. Sometimes we bandage the foot or use and Elizabethan collar (cone) to prevent licking. I hope this helps and I wish Chico a speedy recovery!

My puppy has a broken toenail and swollen toe. How can I help?

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