You will be able to quickly stop the bleeding, relieve the pain, save your carpets from stains and greatly lessen the chance of a nail infection. The easiest and most effective way to stop dog nail bleeding is with styptic powder or a styptic pencil, which can be purchased at most major pet stores and pharmacies. Be cautioned, however, that styptic powder will provide an initial sting, so be prepared to hold onto the dog firmly while applying.
Several home remedies also work, depending on the severity of the bleeding. A mix of cornstarch and baking soda often works well or, simply, cornstarch alone , while rubbing a clean bar of scent-free soap or a wet tea bag on the nail at the spot of lesser bleeding can also be effective. No home remedy, however, will be as instantly effective as a styptic powder. Also keep a clean cloth, paper towels and ice nearby. If you accidentally cut into the quick, immediately compress the wound for at least two minutes with a clean cloth or paper towel.
If the bleeding is minor, try rubbing a bar of clean, scent-free soap over it. If the bleeding is steady, wrapping ice within the compressed cloth or paper towel will help lessen the blood flow. Next cup your hand and pour some styptic powder or cornstarch with or without baking soda into the palm. Once bleeding does cease, continue to compress the wound with a paper towel or cloth, being cautious not to squeeze the paw.
Try to keep the dog off his feet for at least 30 minutes. Once you are sure that the dog nail bleeding has been stopped, wash the affected nail with lukewarm water and bandage to prevent licking and infection. This contains the blood supply for the nail. Unfortunately, there are not any safe over-the-counter pain medications for pets. You can apply Neosporin with lidocaine to help decrease the pain and little, but if it continues to be painful, it needs a vet visit.
If they are limping or their nail looks pretty sore, you can apply ice to this foot twice a day for about 5 to 10 minutes.
This will help decrease any inflammation in this joint. Your dog should rest for a few days and not do any strenuous activity. Many dogs will not show any signs of pain after you trim their nail too short. They can go for a short walk as long as they are not painful or limping. If you notice any issues with your dog walking, it would be best to let them rest for a few days. Your dog may not want to go for a long walk or run after its nail has been cut too short.
Some dogs will break their nail if they are outside running and playing. Your dog most likely will let out a small yelp of pain because of the shock and pain of their nail quick being clipped into.
The pain and the bleeding will subside. It might look like a lot of blood at first but if you act quickly it will stop soon. Have your dog lie down in a relaxed position to stop blood from getting everywhere. It is important to keep your dog calm as possible so that they do not associate a traumatic experience with nail trimming.
The trust between you, the pet parent, and your dog to cut their nails starts early. This is preparation for them having their nails clipped. Many pet parents opt to leave nail trimming to professionals at the veterinary office or the pet groomers. This is a smart choice, especially when you are unsure of the proper toenail trimming techniques.
One of the most popular methods of controlling bleeding after cutting into the quick is using styptic powder. The powder contains an ingredient called ferric subsulfate which is an antihemorrhagic agent. This will contract the blood vessels—clotting the blood flow and stopping the bleeding within a couple minutes. The powder also contains Benzocaine which works as a topical anesthetic which eases the pain.
The most popular styptic powder used by vets and pet groomers is Kwik Stop. The powder is available at most specialty pet stores. Hold the nail there for a minute or so. Make sure your dog is calm and staying as still as possible. After the bleeding stops, wash the cap thoroughly. Some pet parents prefer to go with a holistic remedy and use either baking soda or cornstarch. The easiest way to use these is to make a paste by adding some water and using an applicator like a cotton swab.
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