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My dog was bitten, has puncture wounds, not eating. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 2 months old | 7 lbs

I have a 7lb terrier, with 2 puncture wounds . He was bitten 2 days ago.. He is drinking water but will not eat.. He was throwing up the first day.. He is moving around but slowly. What can I do to help ease the pain? He will not let me touch him around the affected area.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 9th, 2017

The pain is an issue but the most important issue at the moment is the infection he has developed, you must take him to the vet ASAP, he will need a course of antibiotics and pain killers (you can't use human pain killers for dogs).

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    Answered By Bette Isacoff

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    Any puncture wounds should be seen by the vet. They can close superficially and develop abscesses underneath. Additionally, Sammy may need antibiotics. Please have him examined and treated as soon as possible. It is important that his rabies shot is up-to-date, especially if you don't know what bit him. Do not give any human pain (or any other) medicine to a dog, as it can do more harm than good.

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