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Every pet parent's nightmare is a wound on their dog's face, especially if they can't take their fur-baby immediately to a vet. While being able to hop into the car and head to an emergency vet would be ideal, sometimes you need to take things into your own hands while you wait for the next chance to get them some professional help.
Knowing how to clean a wound around your dog’s face and nose is information that could potentially help you in a small emergency later on. Infections caused by dirt and bacteria will mean more discomfort for your pup down the line. Though it can be undoubtedly stressful, the more prepared you are, the better.
When a dog hurts themself, especially near their face, it can be very stressful, just like it would be for a person in a lot of pain. Even the sweetest dogs are prone to snapping or biting when having wounds treated, so caution and understanding are important. However, the sooner you can help ease your dog’s pain, the better.
Taking precautions and being prepared is the best way to tackle a wound on your dog’s face or any other part of his body. The process may be stressful, but being able to at least bring them some relief before they can see a veterinarian can be enough to make the knowledge worth knowing. As long as you approach the situation calmly and carefully, you can help keep your dog safe and healthy.
Becca has a wound under her lower jaw that is impossible to cover. She has a history of creating hotspots, scratching, breaking them open, etc. so I am keeping it clean, using a doggie antiseptic spray etc, but cant cover it because of its location (can't keep bandage on) and it is weeping. It starts to heal, she scratches it again and breaks it open. I now have an inflatable collar on her. Suggestions on how to cover it and keep the bandage on?
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My dog tripped while running and scraped his chin a few days ago. If I put ointment he will just lick it off. How do I help him, it reopens when he eats
Hello, this is really a good question for the vet, you can ask a vet a question here: https://wagwalking.com/condition/skin-ulcers#health-article-ask-a-vet. But in the meantime, I would put the ointment on and distract him so that it works a little bit. Keep the area clean, too. If it persists and does not heal, see your veterinarian. This is the best advice I can offer since I am not a vet myself. All the best!
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Is it okay to get him groomed tomorrow with a cut under his eye was playing and ran into something
Hello, it is definitely okay to get Diesel groomed as far as I can see, but if you have any doubt, give your vet a quick call for their opinion. Make the groomer aware of the issue and they'll be careful. Have you cleaned the wound? The groomer may be able to do that, and if they feel Diesel should see the vet, they'll let you know. Remember, if his eye starts to swell, tear, or look irritated, see the vet. All the best to Diesel!
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