How Do You Stop A Dogs Nail From Bleeding?
Dogs and cats have a nerve-packed pulpy center to their claws called the “quick.” The nail quick can become painful and start to bleed if a pet nails are clipped too short, and it can be difficult to stop this type of bleeding. A dog’s nail is also prone to breaking or cracking if the dog’s nails are allowed to grow too long, creating another situation where a pet owner will be faced with a dog with a bleeding, broken nail. Muzzle the dog to prevent a bite or nip due to pain. This process will be painful, no matter how gentle and careful you are. Trim away the broken portion of the dog’s nail. If the nail breakage is severe and very close to the base, a visit to the vet will be recommended for some sedation before the painful nail clipping is performed. If the broken portion of nail cannot be removed at home, trim away as much excess nail as possible and proceed to the next step. The dangling portion of nail must be removed, as it will promote bleeding and prevent healing if it’s left
