My dog's dew claw is cracked and he chewed it. What should I do?

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My dog cracked his dew claw playing, and had since chewed away the karotin exposing the quick. What should i do. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | neutered | 5 years and 3 months old

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This can be quite painful. I recommend you have him evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They can consider removing the dew claw to take the source of pain away or it can be treated with pain medications and antibiotics for instance. In the meantime, keep him from being able to reach it as he will likely want to lick or chew at it which can make it a lot worse. You may use an e-collar for that purpose. Good luck!

My dog's dew claw is cracked and he chewed it. What should I do?

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