My cat tore a nail. Can I wait to clean dried blood from her paw?

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My cat had a torn toenail and it was treated at the emergency clinic (clipped nail, antibiotic injection, pain medication). The fur around her paw is a bit dirty, seems like blood clotted and dried. I worry that washing her paw so soon would cause her pain since the wound is still new, is it okay to just leave the paw? Can I wait like several days or even a week or so, when he rwound starts to heal a little more, and then gently cleanse off the dried blood stains on her toe? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 11.5 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Yes, it is best to wait and not clean it. Not only could it be painful for her but removing the scab/blood clot, etc could cause it to bleed again. I would wait at least a week to clean it but honestly, she will probably clean it herself when she is ready.

My cat tore a nail. Can I wait to clean dried blood from her paw?

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