My puppy cut her dew claw pad. How should I care for it at home?

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My puppy cut her dew claw pad. I think she did it at the dog park yesterday evening. I didnt notice until this morning. It's not bleeding but she was licking it. I cleaned it and put antibiotic ointment on it and wrapped it . Is there anything else I should do? How long should I leave it covered,etc? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 9 months and 20 days old | 17 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

I would check on the bandaging every 12-24 hours to make sure it is healing and isn't showing any signs of infection. If you start to see signs of infection such as oozing debris, hot to the touch, swelling, extreme pain, or it isn't healing, it is best to bring Harley to your vet so that the area can be cleaned, examined and antibiotics/pain meds given as needed. You will also want to place an Elizabethan (cone) collar on Harley to prevent her from licking and chewing off the bandage as she heals.

My puppy cut her dew claw pad. How should I care for it at home?

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