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My dog has painful, worsening cuts above eyes. Should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Female | spayed

My dog has what appears to be a series of cuts above both eyes (we think it's from the thorn bushes) but one Seams to be getting bigger and raw looking

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 13th, 2017

It's difficult to see what happened here, but it does look like a wide and inflamed wound. I agree that it looks like a cut. If it was noticed suddenly, then this would be my top suspicion. It may be fresh enough to get stitched, so it's best to bring her into the vet, because this could otherwise take a long time to heal. If it came on gradually, then I would be concerned about a very bad skin condition like fungal infection, parasite infection, autoimmune disease or skin cancer. Although, for it to happen in multiple spots like that would be rare, it would be worth taking her to a vet within the next day or two to get it checked out. Here's what you can do for now: 1) Clip the hair around the area and expose all of the sore skin. 2) Wash/spray the area with warm, clean water (no soap or other antiseptics) for at least 5 minutes at a time. Do this at least twice a day. This will help to treat and prevent infection. I hope that helps and Saphira gets better soon.

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    Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

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    Hi and thanks for your post. These cuts look red and I do see a little discharge coming from them which can indicate an infection. Ideally, you'd want this treated at your veterinarian's office. At home treatment may include 3% hydrogen peroxide on the areas (careful not to get into the eye) a few times daily. You may put a cone on her so she doesn't itch or scratch at the areas. If no improvements in the next two days, I would see your veterinarian to clean the area and antibiotic administration. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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