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My pet's nail bled after a trim. Can I clean it with alcohol?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Cockatiel | Female | 1 year and 7 months old

I took my naoki to the vet they were cutting her nails and they cut him he is not bleeding anymore is it ok to clean him with alcohole ?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on August 19th, 2019

You can keep the area clean with a clean washcloth to remove any debris if the bleeding has stopped. Keeping styptic powder or cornstarch on hand is also a good idea as it can be used to stop the bleeding of the nail if it happens again.

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