2006-10-15 14:22:04 · 11 answers · asked by aughtnot 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You can clean the wound/s safely with Hydrogen peroxide, because it is very good for cleaning wound/s and will not burn your doggie, ask your pharmacist about a good otc antibiotic creme to dress the wounds that you can put on pet which won`t harm him if he licks it. I wish the best for your doggie. oh yes, I am not sure about any bandaging, because my pooch tears hers off so she can lick her wounds when she had a sore.
2006-10-15 14:39:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can't determine whether or not your vet's outta town, and it seems like the first part of your first question has been truncated somehow or another, but I gather from the available information that a dog has been bitten by another dog in your vicinity, and you seek helpful information regarding adequate canine first aid. Treatment depends upon injury severity, and this ranges from rather mild to mortal, so the options are quite variable. With more specific information, more specific advice may be available. Good luck. I hope it's nothing too serious, and that the injury can be treated without major medical intervention.
2006-10-15 21:43:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, How deep is the wound, If it is only a skin wound it could be treated with a local antibiotic, some of the same that you would use on your self with a similar wound. How ever if the wound is a deep wound extending down into the muscle tissue, then the procedure would be slightly different. First, it is important to keep clean, wash out with sterile water with a mild antibiotic or disinfectant, Iodine works good here (BUT NOT FULL STRENGTH) OUCH!! dilute with water and rinse the bite and the area around. Keep covered with sterile gauze and see the Vet when he gets back into town. PS you should make sure and change dressing several times a day if it is a deep bite. Keep Clean. Watch for infection.
2006-10-15 21:33:27 · answer #3 · answered by atcranes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Treat it like you would a human injury. Immobilize your dog so he won't bite you. Make a soft muzzle with a soft bandana by placing the folded center of the bandana over his nose, criss-cross it under his jaw and then tie it back behind his ears.
Next, clean the wound. If it is puncture bites only, pour rubbing alcohol then hydrogen peroxide down into the bite holes and then betadine.
If the wound is gaping and flesh is torn, do the same cleansing with alcohol and peroxide, but check to see if there is any dirt/saliva and gently wash it out with antibacterial soap first. Place a sterile gauze pad smeared with triple antibiotic ointment over the wound and tape it closed. Don't try to stitch it yourself.
If the wound is really severe, find another vet. Hopefully, your dog's shots are up to date!
2006-10-15 21:31:38 · answer #4 · answered by Mmerobin 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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End of story! Good luck! Of course, if it's an emergency, you need to find an emergency animal clinic.
2006-10-15 21:27:27 · answer #5 · answered by Road Trip 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check for emergency animal clinic in your area. Can't help you without more information on dogs injury. Check health records of other dog.
2006-10-15 21:26:06 · answer #6 · answered by JAN 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find another vet or an emergency vet center
2006-10-15 21:23:43 · answer #7 · answered by Nana 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look in the phone book for another vet.
2006-10-15 21:23:56 · answer #8 · answered by one hot mamma 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, not enough info! Bad deep bite bleeding really badly, or just worried about rabies? DETAILS!!
2006-10-15 21:23:25 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey, go to another vet. there must be a referral for him while he is away.
2006-10-15 21:27:58 · answer #10 · answered by cadaholic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋