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I accidentally cut my dog's nail too short and it bled. Is she okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 1 year old | 63 lbs

I accidentally cut one of her back nails a little bit to much and she bled its not now but it spotted a little bit is she okshe didn't even wine

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on June 27th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is very common and generally not considered too painful. If it already stopped bleeding then there is really no further action you need to take. It will heal on its own. Good luck and have a great day!

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