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My puppy has a large gash on his inner thigh. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 21 days old | 20 lbs

hello my name is kyler and my dog who is a pup has a big gash on his inner thigh on his right back leg by his butt whole it looks bad what should i do

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Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on March 22nd, 2017

Hi Kyler! If Bear has a large laceration wound, he needs to see his vet for immediate medical attention. Some wounds require sutures and flushing, and most require a course of antibiotics to treat infection.

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