Saturday, January 23, 2010

My small dog by kicking his rear legs has worn off a toe nail to the quick what can be done?

As he is limping bad, and don't want to take weight on that footMy small dog by kicking his rear legs has worn off a toe nail to the quick what can be done?
Kicking his rear leg???My small dog by kicking his rear legs has worn off a toe nail to the quick what can be done?
Soak it in warm water, if it's bleeding pat some flour on it, then if you can try to wrap it up in a bandage loosely as to not lose circulation. Think of your finger nail being ripped off, if you had to walk on that hand you'd limp too. He'll be ok just try to help as much as you can.
If it is red and swollen he will need an antibiotic,the remaining bit of nail may need to be removed by your vet.I would take him to the vet either way,as the toe can get infected and it is very painful.Just recently been through the same thing with our daughters dog,the vet had to remove the nail and he is on medication.Good luck with him

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