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Pet’s Nails Breaking & Falling Off? Vet Explains Lupoid Onychodystrophy

Are your dog’s nails breaking, cracking, or falling off? This painful and often misunderstood condition may be lupoid onychodystrophy, an autoimmune disease that targets the nail beds in dogs. In this Vet Med Corner video, Dr. Em explains: • What lupoid onychodystrophy is and why it happens • Common early warning signs owners often miss • Why nails can suddenly break, bleed, or detach • How this disease is diagnosed • Treatment options, including long-term management • What the prognosis looks like for affected dogs Lupoid onychodystrophy is not contagious, but it can be very painful and often requires lifelong management. Early recognition and proper treatment can significantly improve comfort and quality of life. If your dog is losing nails or showing signs of nail pain, always consult your veterinarian. Nail Maintenance for Dogs: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nail.maintenance.for.dogs/ Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for evidence-based veterinary education from Vet Med Corner. Facebook - vetmedcornerpage BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/vetmedcorner.bsky.social Instagram - vetmedcorner . . Editor extraordinaire: https://www.instagram.com/hoangdangvn84/