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This is my first greyhound and first torn dewclaw so I’m a little unsure of how to treat it. The nail itself has cracked open but still intact. I was able to snap it back into place and that stopped the bleeding. I have rinsed, cleaned it with antiseptic, sprinkled some Neo‑Predef Powder ( I had gotten previously from the vet when he had cut his paw in the past) , then wrapped it with non stick bandage. Will the claw heal, as in fuse back together or eventually fall off? Should I take him to the vet? He doesn’t seem to be in pain but it did bleed quite a bit before I snapped it back in place. Thank you ❤️

Awww sweet Moonshine. Gosh, I know Im late reading this but Im so very sorry...crying my eyes out. It hurts so much to lose them at any age, but suddenly like that, and at such a young age makes no sense. My heart goes out to you.

OK, thank you all. I will look into your suggestions. I took him to work with me today and he seems fine even though my office is right next to our very large machine shop, with every sound you can think of. None of these crazy noises rattle him in the least. Not to mention he walks up to every stranger here expecting a back rub. So clearly, things in general dont seem to bother him. But at home, there wont be any sounds at all and he starts to get freaked. Also I wanted to add the earthquake was last Wednesday and he didnt have a panic attack, that I know of, until Friday night. Hes only had one on Friday and the one last night. Starting to wonder if my house is haunted Lol

Thank you. He is calm this morning but I can tell he is still paranoid. The odd thing is that, the past two nights he has been fine. Just wondering why it happened again so randomly after it happened on Friday night. I tried giving him two Benadryl last night but it didnt do anything. If he does it again tonight, Ill take him to the vet for sure.

We hardly ever get earthquakes but last Wednesday we had one that was 4.4 magnitude, the strongest one weve had in 45 years. It actually broke windows in peoples homes near by. But Im still not sure if thats it. Im just racking my brain because hes been around fireworks and other things and Ive never seen him do this. Ive had him since March 2016 . Hes been nervous at times, just typical normal stuff, but hes literally been panting and following me around for two hours. Every time the house creeks he about jumps off the couch. He has never done this before besides last Friday night. Other than random things here and there, hes chilled out 24/7...Im about to fall asleep but Im afraid to leave him. Will he be all right or should I take him to the emergency vet? Im fairly certain hes just frightened but I dont know what to do about it. Some folks from the Greyhound rescue told me to give him two Benadryl but that hasnt helpef yet.

three nights ago my greyhound woke me up panting, pacing and a little shaky. I sat up with him a couple hours till he calmed down and he seemed fine for the next two days. But tonight hes acting scared again and follows me everywhere and keeps trying to go into my bathroom. He never does that. I have had him about a year and a half now and hes been through Fourth of Julys and other events where there have been loud noises...so Im not sure what is going on. Hes acting afraid... every little noise seems to spook him now. Only thing I can think that possibly triggered it was a mild earthquake about a week ago. Im wondering if that triggered a fear in him and now he is scared every time he hears a noise? Is this plausible? Thanks...Im just worried about him

So very sorry for your loss 😢 It sounds like you took awesome care of her. Theres no way you could have known and Raffle was very fortunate to have you. I think everyone (if they loved their animals) goes through the what-ifs. Peace to your heart ♥

And copper proteinate.... ive read horror stories about these ingredients but they seem to be in all dog foods. Anybody have issues with too much copper in their dog? Im looking to switch dog foods because Ray has had runny poo for a while.

Not worried...just want to sit on the couch with him (not the floor)...but I still do. Thanks guys

Is there a way to post pics using only your iPhone? I've posted pics with my PC and was wondering if that was the only way.

He eventually ate about an hour later. I don't know if he just wasn't hungry or what. Afterwords we went walking around downtown at the market and he was really happy. I guess it was just one of those things. Thanks guys!

When I put Ray's bowl out this morning he wouldn't even get out of bed to look at it. He usually jumps up with much enthusiasm when it's time to eat. He's not eating and doesn't seem remotely interested. I can hear his stomach making noises too. Should I be worried?

Thanks for the replies! I love reading about everyone's unique experiences.....guess I'll just wait and see what happens (expectations aside)

I can't get Ray to sit on the couch with me. He loves to come up to me so I can pet him but soon as I pat the couch and invite him up, he will run back to his bed. He would stay in front of the couch and let me pet him for days but for some reason, he almost seems afraid to sit on it and acts like it's forbidden territory. I guess several dog owners would see this as a good thing (and I'm OK if he never does) I just thought it would be nice to hang out with him while I'm watching TV or reading. He's the same way with my bed. I've even laid treats on the bed and he will barely get up there (as in place his front two legs on the bed) then quickly back off. Anyone have any idea why this is? I always heard you can't keep them off the couch. Thanks

Welcome! I'm in the same boat...all new : )