How to Treat Torn Dog Toenails

Posted by Clare Bristow

dog-lifting-paw Thinking about torn dog toenails really makes me shudder - I know how painful it is when I tear my own nails, and torn nails are just as painful for your dog.

How do you know when your dog has torn his nail?

The signs are any of the following: a bleeding paw, your dog limping, licking and biting at his paw and possibly some whining due to the pain.

How to treat a torn dog toenail

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Dog Paw Care

Posted by Clare Bristow

dog-paw Your dog's footpads are the toughest part of his skin, and absorb the shock and pressure on his joints from standing, walking and running. Due to their function, paws are prone to injury and dog paw care should be a part of your regular care routine.

I briefly inspect Zoe and Fritz's paws each evening as I outlined in an earlier post about getting your puppy used to being handled. It doesn't take long and is as simple as ensuring nothing is stuck between their toes and their pads are clean and free from mud and dirt.

Typical paw injuries include: abrasions, lacerations, punctures, burns and blisters to the footpad, dry, cracked pads and foreign objects lodged between the toes.

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