Be sure to keep constant pressure on the wound by pressing on it or wrapping a bandage around it. If blood begins to seep through the material you are holding over it, leave the first compress there and add another on top of it. Never remove a compress from a severe wound.

Symptoms of shock include shallow breathing, agitation, weakness, and rapid heartbeat. [2] X Research source Do not assume that your dog is not in shock if you don’t see signs right away. The early stages of shock can be hard to recognize.

Keep the information for the nearest 24-hour veterinary clinic on your fridge or memo board to access easily in the event of an emergency.

To restrain your dog, kneel down by your dog’s side so you’re facing its head. Then, take your arm that’s furthest from your dog and hook it under your dog’s chin. Take your other arm and wrap it around your dog’s chest, behind its front legs. Finally, pull your dog close to your body and hold it there. Restraining your dog may help to calm it down if it feels panicked by its injury.

If your dog’s wound is located too close to its mouth to muzzle it, proceed with caution. If you do not have a muzzle, you can wrap gauze around your dog’s mouth temporarily to keep it from biting you.

If the bleeding continues after 20 minutes, bring your dog to a vet right away.

Avoid using tape to keep the bandage in place as it will adhere to your dog’s fur and cause irritation and hair loss.

Similarly, if your dog has an ear injury and long ears, gently pull the ear up above its head to help stop the bleeding. [7] X Research source

Your vet may also have to check for internal bleeding, depending on the injury your dog suffered.

If you do not have another person to brace your dog, try to restrain it as gently as possibly using a leash if necessary.

Purchase styptic sticks to keep on hand in case of this kind of trimming accident. A styptic stick may cause temporary pain, but it will quickly stop the bleeding.

Keep light pressure on the nail until the bleeding appears to stop. Do not bandage your dog’s paw, which might make walking difficult.