![]() ![]() ![]() Should I take my dog to the vet for a broken nail?Ī bleeding or broken toenail is a very common injury in dogs. Depending on the practice, this cost is around $30–$40 per puppy and up. Vets usually charge a puppy exam fee and a dewclaw removal fee for each puppy. Some breeders perform dewclaw removal themselves. How much does it cost to get dew claws removed? A bandage, pain relief medications and antibiotics to stop infections are also often required. If it is broken, the broken part of the nail will be trimmed off. If it is torn but still connected to the leg, then the nail will probably need to be removed completely (it will re grow). So overall, expect your dogs to recover by one week, at most. But if the wound was sutured, the veterinarian will need to remove it after five to seven days. How long does it take for dew claws to heal? If they were bandaged, it can be removed after three days, which is usually when the wound heals. How long does it take for a broken dew claw to heal? If your dog cracks their dewclaw you will likely see a break in the nail, and part of the nail could be hanging off. If the nail is broken above the quick, your dog will bleed and be in pain. Can a dog break a dew claw?Ī broken dewclaw is extremely painful for dogs because it contains a blood vessel called the ‘quick’. You can perform some immediate first aid at home, especially if there is some bleeding to take care of, but then contact your vet for professional treatment. A broken dew claw, whether split or dislocated, is extremely painful for your dog and requires medical attention. ![]()
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