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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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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Published on November 28th, 2016
You can try to stop the bleeding on Baby Bell's ear with gentle pressure, but I do think going to vet is best. I'm not sure how long or deep the wound is, but it may need stitches to help it heal. Also, she will likely need antibiotics to prevent infection from the bite.
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Published on October 6th, 2017
Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. If the area that you are describing is just a small cut or sore, I would monitor this for now. If she is scratching at the area, I would suggest picking up a plastic cone to put around her head so that she does not make this worse. I would also recommend using zymox topical ointment, which can be found online. If you notice any swelling or signs of discharge like pus then I would have this examined by a veterinarian as treatment Maybe required such as oral and topical antibiotic therapy. I hope this helps! Please feel free to contact me with any further questions or concerns that you may have. I am also available by phone or text base consultation if needed
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Published on May 18th, 2018
You did well. I do not think this requires a trip to the vet as long as it does not get infected. I would apply Neosporine once a day for three days and then leave it alone, but monitor it for infection. Should infection appear (red skin pain, pus), a vet should examine the ear. You did a great job cleaning this up.
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