Why did my dog's paw bleed near the dew claw with no visible cut?

It looks like she may have a small abrasion or had an insect bite and licked it. Keep an eye on it and make sure it stays clean and dry. If it does not improve over the net day or two or if it gets worse, get her in to see your vet.

Poor Molly!! It sounds like she may have ripped it off somehow. Dogs don't need their dew claws; in fact, some breeders have them removed them from their puppies. If it is not bleeding, I recommend monitoring Molly's toe for now. You can gently clean it with warm warm and antibacterial soap. Keep it clean and dry, and keep her from licking the area. Use an Ecollar if necessary. Monitor the area for redness, swelling, and heat, which are signs of infection. If you see any of those signs, she has an infection, and she will need to see a vet right away for antibiotics.

There are two choices: 1) take your dog to the vet and have the ripped claw removed. 2) Observe and it may heal, but it also may get infected and then you would need to take your dog to the vet to have the claw removed.

Ouch, this sounds quite uncomfortable for Binx! I'm glad to hear that he is not bleeding, but an open wound in his paw pad makes me concerned that the lesion could become infected. While a traumatic injury or burns seem most likely to cause the lesion that you described, other immune system or endocrine issues can also cause paw pad changes. Binx should be examined by his vet today or tomorrow to assess the lesion and determine if any oral or topical medications are needed. Until you can take him to the vet, put an e-collar (cone) on Binx to prevent him from licking at the lesion. I hope that he's on the mend soon!

This might be some pus, or it could be some of the tissue underneath the skin that is protruding. If you think it might be pus you should see a veterinarian - she might need oral antibiotics. If you think it could be tissue you could monitor the area for a few days, but if it does not appear to be scabbing over or if you see swelling or discharge you should see your vet.

According to the photos it looks like a mild abrasion in the central pad that is healing. For now I would just monitor unless signs of infection (redness, pus, foul smell, pain) or if any lameness present then I would suggest to contact your vet.

Gently clean the area with warm water and antiseptic soap. Monitor it for signs of infection such as pus, swelling, warmth to the touch, and redness. Also monitor Scooby for limping, which means he is in pain. If you see any of those signs, have him seen by a vet.