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My dog bit another dog's ear, chunk out. Is a vet visit needed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Female

Hello basically earlier today my dog bit my other dogs ear she has a little chunk out of her right ear on the end does she need to be taken to the vet

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Answered By Katie S

Certified Dog Trainer

Published on January 21st, 2016

Ear tears are pretty common. They often look worse than they are and can bleed, a lot! Clean it up really well and if she is scratching put a cone on her so she doesn't make it worse. You can likely treat this yourself if it's minor but if you think it needs stitching or she needs pain killers or get infected then Off to the vet.

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    Yes, ideally she should have antibiotics given. There is a risk of infection after a bite wound. In the meantime you can keep the wound clean with salt water wash twice daily.

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