My dog's toe looks longer after walks, but no pain. Is it an injury?

Unfortunately, I can't say that I like the looks of that. Masses like these associated with the nail bed can often be problematic in both structure and physiology. structurally, they can grow larger and start to make it difficult for Lily to walk normally without pain. Physiologically, there are types of toes masses that malignant, both locally and systemically, and others that are benign. The first thing I'd do if you are interested in doing a work up, would be to request your vet obtain a biopsy or cytology of the lesion to assess what it is. Depending on the result and how fast they believe the lesion will grow, your vet can make appropriate suggestions. In the majority of toe masses that have any potential at all for spread, typically the toe (or toes) are amputated. Dogs get along fine and usually don't miss a step, even in older pups like Lily. Anyway, hope this helps.

If it just started you can let Augie rest for a few days with minimal walking and minimal physical exercise, if it does not improve within 3-4 days you will have to take him to the vet in order to get it checked and treated, he might need pain killers for a few days. if the vet think it's something more serious such as a fracture, joint injury or foreign body, he might recommend to have an xray done as well.

It is very difficult to tell from these photos, it is possible that your dog's toe nail became slightly torn/detached from the underlying nail bed and you are seeing the separation here. We can, however, occasionally see nail bed tumors. I would recommend a visit with your vet to better examine the area. If it is a loose toenail they may need to trim it back to make it more comfortable until it grows back in normally. This can be very tough to do at home because often these guys are painful so trimming the nail back can be really difficult without skilled help!

The toe could be broken or dislocated, or it might be a soft tissue injury. The fact that he is limping means that he does have some level of pain even if he's not crying. I would recommend having your vet examine the toe - they might feel confident that it is a soft tissue injury once they are able to feel the toe and the joint or they might recommend an x-ray. They can also prescribe safe pain medication for him.

Poor Rock! If he is acting fairly normal otherwise (eating and drinking, active, not excessively painful) you can monitor him at home for the next few days to see if the problem resolves. I would recommend restricting his exercise as much as possible to give the affected paw a chance to heal - short leash walks to potty only, no running or jumping. If the paw looks red and seems sore, you can also try soaking it in warm water and Epsom salts to help with the soreness and irritation. If you are not seeing any improvement in the next 2-3 days, or if he is non-weightbearing on the affected paw or seems very painful, then I would recommend taking him to the vet for an exam. He/she can take x-rays if needed to help determine the problem, and can also prescribe safe and effective pain medication to make him more comfortable.

That looks like an infection. It could be bacterial, mites, allergies, a foreign body in the skin or yeast infection. At home you can wash it daily with an antibacterial soap (rinse it well). Make sure he is not licking or scratching it (use an elizabethan collar if needed). If it is not getting better or if it is getting worse within a week, then take him into the vet for an exam. I hope this helps!

She could have an infection, fracture, or foreign material in her toe. She should be examined by a vet to determine the cause and treat. Your vet can take an xray to help diagnose and then determine the best way to treat. She may need an antibiotic for an infection or she may need a splint if a fracture is found. If you can't get her to a vet and it looks like she could have an infection, you could soak her paw in a warm Epsom Salt solution and see if that helps.