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Dog / Mix - Answered 1212 days ago

I don't know if this is an injury, but I found black stripes in two of the claws of the front right leg after taking my pet to get his nails clipped about a month ago. He doesn't seem to be feeling any pain. What do you think this is? Is it just some pigment coming out?

George

Kamiha

Mix, 1 year old castrated male

10 Answers

What are Claw and Nail Disorders? The study of the nails is called onychology and has recently become more of a focus in the veterinary field. Research is extensively underway in order for those in the veterinary field to understand more about the complexities of the claws, their function, and how to treat injury and disease. Claw and nail disorders are not often seen in veterinary clinics as a single disorder. For example, a bacterial infection of the nail can run concurrently with a skin condition as it is a continuation of the epidermis and dermis. Other conditions may be an abnormal growth formation or an infection. Systemic diseases can also affect the claws and nails. Diseases and abnormalities of the nail and claw are quite numerous in nature and often accompany skin disorders. Nail and claw dystrophy can occur as the result of a trauma, infection, or abnormal formation, to name a few. Because the nail is such an important part of movement, grasping, and defense, any nail or claw problem should be examined by your veterinarian as these conditions can become very uncomfortable for your dog. Treatment of Claw and Nail Disorders in Dogs The type of treatment that your pet may have to undergo in order to rectify the nail disorder will depend on the cause; the range of reasons for a claw problem are many. Before your veterinarian does begin treatment, however, he will take some considerations into account. Is one paw affected, or all four? Has the deterioration of the nail been a slow progression or is it an acute situation? Is there a breed disposition? Is there a systemic disease that needs to be treated concurrently? What is your pet’s age? Because canine claws take six to nine months to completely regrow, many of the therapies (and the results from them) will be seen only after 6 to 8 months of the regimen. Parasitic effects on a claw can be resolved by eliminating the parasite and then repairing the nail. A bacterial infection will be eradicated with antibiotics; the course of the medication may be required for several months. A nail damaged by trauma could see a treatment of daily antiseptic soaks, along with a removal of the cracked or broken claw. A dog with an immuno-suppressive disorder will need a prescription for oral prednisone. The dose is usually tapered off as the nail heals. Topical creams, Omega 3, and vitamin A and E supplementation could be recommended in addition to other therapy

Answered 1212 days ago icon14

There could be different reasons for a dog nail to turn black. One of them is the dog nail bed infections. Usually, claw infections caused by bacteria are responsible for making a dog nail black. However, a fungal infection could also be the cause behind nail discoloration.

Answered 1224 days ago icon1

Now what the status of their situation??

Answered 1270 days ago icon0

It seems to be simple pigmentation so for now u can just wait and do nothing but observe for any increase in this over other parts of body or from paws upto legs ,which might need running blood tests and other parameters to know of there's something going on inside the kittens body that should be worrying

Answered 1275 days ago icon0

It could be hyperpigmentation. You could try one of the following treatments. Lightening creams. Face acids. Retinoids. Chemical peel. Laser peel. IPL therapy. Microdermabrasion. Dermabrasion.

Answered 1283 days ago icon5

It's just simple pigmentation, Consult your vet; Your vet may recommend giving your cat a soothing oatmeal bath or a rinse of vinegar diluted to one tablespoon vinegar per quart of warm water. Regular brushing is also helpful in distributing the natural oils in your cat's skin and removing dead skin.

Answered 1283 days ago icon5

This doesn't look like a big problem, it's just pigmentation. It doesn't have to do with your cat's health, but if you don't want it there, consult your vet, he'd give you the right directives. Thanks

Answered 1283 days ago icon8

Hii , this may be simple pigmentation or sign of mild allergic reaction , wash it with diluted povidine -iodine . Keep dry And try to upload pics for further suggestions . Thanks

Answered 1283 days ago icon0

Hi George, A stripe ALONG the length of the nail is normal, especially in white/cream/apricot dogs (black dogs usually have black nails) it's just the pigment varies a lot in paler dogs and can come through in a stripe on nails. Very normal. Not related with nail cutting. Please try to upload some pictures along with the question. It will be very helpful in diagnosis. hope this helps. - your next door vet

Answered 1288 days ago icon4

Hey buddy No it's not kind of issue . Please apply scavon topically for some days. Regards Dr. Pranaw Sinha

Answered 1289 days ago icon1

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