Can I safely put Neosporin on my dog's scratched and itchy face?

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My dog has scratches on his face from digging his face to the concrete. Is it safe to put Neosporin on his face? Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 7 years and 11 months old

Jeffrey Milner · Accepted Answer

Dodger sounds like he is quite uncomfortable! Neosporin may help but ultimately you are going to want to try and identify why he is so itchy. You also want to put a stop to the itchiness in order to prevent any more damage. Depending on the extent of the damage he has done, he may require a systemic antibiotic to treat a skin infection. Scratching at the face is usually caused by an allergic reaction to something, typically environmental, contact, or even food. A food allergy just starting at the age of eight would be uncommon but not impossible. You should look into an e-collar for Dodger (or make a home made one) in order to prevent him from itching until the problem is resolved. Medications are also available to address the itchiness Dodger is experiencing including both steroidal and non-steroidal options. Your veterinarian will be able to discuss these options with you in some detail once seeing how your dog actually looks.

Can I safely put Neosporin on my dog's scratched and itchy face?

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