What to do when a dogs fingernail grown into the skin?

1. Trim the nail. If the nail is long enough that it is curling into the skin, you can try to trim it back yourself. Use a sharp pair of nail clippers and cut the nail straight across. Be careful not to cut into the quick, which is the pink, fleshy part of the nail. If you do cut into the quick, it will bleed and be painful for your dog.

2. Apply a styptic pencil. If the nail bleeds after you trim it, you can apply a styptic pencil to stop the bleeding. Styptic pencils are available at most pet stores.

3. Bandage the nail. Once the bleeding has stopped, you can bandage the nail to protect it from further damage. You can use a piece of gauze or a Band-Aid.

4. Keep the nail clean and dry. It is important to keep the nail clean and dry to prevent infection. You can clean the nail with a mild soap and water solution.

5. If the nail is severely ingrown, you may need to take your dog to the vet. The vet may need to remove the nail surgically.

Here are some tips for preventing ingrown nails in dogs:

* Trim your dog's nails regularly.

* Keep your dog's nails short and blunt.

* Avoid letting your dog run on hard surfaces.

* If your dog's nails are curling, you can try putting nail caps on them.