What to do if my dog's dew claw ripped and the quick is exposed?

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My great pyrenees's double dew claw ripped off and the quick is exposed. Pet's info: Dog | Great Pyrenees | Female | spayed | 3 years old | 125 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Ouch, poor Luna. Gently clean the area with warm water and antiseptic soap. To keep her from licking at it, you can put an Ecollar on her. You can get one at a pet store or make one at home. Keep the area clean and dry, and monitor it for signs of infection. If you see redness, swelling, warmth to the touch, or pus, then it is infected and she will need to see the vet for antibiotics to treat it. Best of luck.

What to do if my dog's dew claw ripped and the quick is exposed?

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