My small dog's nail is torn and bleeding. How do I treat it at home?

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Just noticed my 5lb pomchi front left foot pinky toe bleeding/might of stopped but I think the hole nail is gone, have no idea how. Im a truck driver, so am not able to stop just anywhere (Truck stops & some a Walmart) so until I can get to a vet.. what can I do myself ? (Not sure when). Q-1. Stop any bleeding. Q-2. Make sure it doesn't get infected? Q-3. Should/how to clean it? Q-4. Should I wrap his foot up? so he doesn't keep licking it. Q-5. Anything natural that could help with pain? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 5 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

It sounds like he tore off the nail. You can stop the bleeding using styptic powder, it’s what men use after cutting themselves shaving. I would get a cone to prevent licking, they should have them at Walmart or PetCo. I wouldn’t wrap the foot but soaking it in warm water to clean it after it stops bleeding will help prevent infection. Leaving it open to the air will let it dry and toughen up. There is no safe over the counter pain medication, especially for a small dog like yours. This shouldn’t be that painful after a day or so, just limit the walking to short potty walks only. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Koda.

My small dog's nail is torn and bleeding. How do I treat it at home?

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