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My dog has cuts. How will the vet safely restrain him if he's in pain?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

2. Describe how you would restrain a dog bought into the veterinary surgery suffering minor cuts and abrasions?

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Answered By Priyanka Thakkar, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 17th, 2017

It really depends on how aggressive and painful the dog is. Some dogs are great but others who are painful or just endured trauma are not always the most compliant patients. A tight hug and minimal restraint is enough for non-painful/non-aggressive dogs. More painful or aggressive dogs may need a muzzle, more restraint, and sometimes sedation to fully examine and address the wounds.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on April 5th, 2017

    Minimal restraint should be used, but more may be needed if the animal is aggressive. Typically a tech or a vet nurse is used to help with the restraint so that the vet can have their hands free to clean the cuts and abrasions.

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