My dog's broken nail split to the paw. Is infection a risk? Vet now?

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My dog has a nail that looks like it was broke in half and now split to the paw. She has a vet appointment next week but i don’t know if I should try to get her in sooner or if this is something that can be waited out. I just don’t want it to get infected. Can something like this easily get infected? Should I just keep an eye on it? It doesn’t seem to be bothering her but it looks gross. Pet's info: Dog | English Bulldog | Female | spayed | 1 year and 2 months old | 48 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Yes, something like this can become easily infected. It does look a bit swollen and that can be one of the first signs of infection. I do think you should probably take her to the vet sooner if you can. In the meantime you can apply this wound spray to it a few times a day. ( https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetericyn-plus-wound-and-skin-care-for-dogs )

My dog's broken nail split to the paw. Is infection a risk? Vet now?

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