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[Bunch]

Do you use Styptic Powder/Liquid to stop any possible bleeding or do you use some other brand? I use styptic.

[dieselsmummy]

Styptic powder is an antiseptic clotting agent that is most often used in pet grooming. Much like a styptic pencil, which is made of alum, styptic powder stops bleeding by contracting the blood vessels. Most pet groomers and veterinarians keep styptic powder on hand. Styptic powder is most often used on dogs, cats, and birds and is a good product for pet owners to keep on hand as well.

Dogs and cats have blood vessels running down the centers of their claws. When the nails are trimmed during grooming or routine care, they can easily be cut too close to the blood vessels. Amazingly, when nicked, these blood vessels can produce an alarming amount of blood. Applying styptic powder to this type of seemingly minor injury can not only stop the bleeding, but can make future trimming easier.

Styptic powder causes the vessels to contract further back into the claw and also clots the blood. Not only does styptic powder control the bleeding of over-trimmed nails, it helps prevent bacteria from the surrounding area entering the blood stream. This particular first aid agent is not only useful for accidents while trimming dogs and cats’ nails, but also birds’ beaks. Veterinarians use styptic powder to control bleeding of other external injuries as well.

To use styptic powder, simply dip the affected paw into a small bowl or container of the styptic powder. Do not dip the area into the container of powder, but rather pour the powder into a separate container to make applying easier. Only a small amount of styptic powder is necessary – just enough to cover the affected area. It generally stops bleeding on contact, but should bleeding continue, proceed to apply light pressure to the area and then reapply styptic powder. If the bleeding is uncontrollable, seek the services of a veterinarian.

[Bunch]

Although I always have some in my grooming box, I have never had to use it ...fingers crossed xxxx

[dieselsmummy]

But it is better to be safe than sorry isnt it?

[Bunch]

But it is better to be safe than sorry isnt it?

Absolutely thats why I have it there as a 'just in case' xxxxxxxx

[bigmac]

I have stypic powder but I cut so little off I haven't needed to use it (YET!):?

[Bunch]

I have stypic powder but I cut so little off I haven't needed to use it (YET!):?
The more you cut off (even small shavings) the wick will shrink which means eventually, you will be able to cut more to the desired length safely xxxxxxxxxxx

[Canjoline]

You will have to keep it handy Lia for when Lexi has pups its great for getting the chord to stop bleeding

[Bunch]

You will have to keep it handy Lia for when Lexi has pups its great for getting the chord to stop bleeding
Oh right, I didnt realise it could be used for this. What do I do? Just pop some on the end of the cord? xxxxxxx