My dog's paw is cut and bleeding. Can I bandage and treat it myself?

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my dogs paw is cut and was bleeding can i banage and sort it out mtself? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 17 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

As long as Sunny's cut isn't deep or long, you can care for it yourself. If it is deep and/or long, then he will have to see a vet because he will need stitches to close it. Wash the cut in warm water and antiseptic soap, and then you can bandage it to keep it clean and dry. Don't put it on too tightly. You will likely have to put an Ecollar on Sunny to keep him from chewing at it, and you can make one yourself or buy one at a pet store. Monitor the cut for signs of infection, which include redness, swelling, warmth to the touch, and pus. Should you see any of those signs, have Sunny seen by a vet as he will need antibiotics.

My dog's paw is cut and bleeding. Can I bandage and treat it myself?

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