My dog's paw is swollen and bloody, why won't she let me touch it?

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My dog's paw is swollen and bloody she want let me touch. I do have pictures can you help. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 3 years and 9 months old | 80 lbs

Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Chloe's digit looks red, swollen, and infected. I see in the last photo, it looks like the base of the nail in broken as well. The nail bed looks very infected. I would recommend Chloe see her veterinarian for this so the digit can be evaluated further. Chloe may need to be on antibiotics for the infection. Until you can take Chloe in to see her veterinarian you can soak the paw in an Epsom salt water bath 2-3 times a day for 5-10 mins to help relieve the swelling temporarily. I hope this helps and thanks again for posting!

My dog's paw is swollen and bloody, why won't she let me touch it?

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