My dog had a worm come out of his skin. What should I do after removal?

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Hi, my dog just had a sore on his body and as i was lookin at it i saw a worm trying to come out. I squeezed it and it came out but don't know what to do now. Where the hole was is closed up now and i have been putting antibiotic ointment on it as well as been inspecting him over and over for the last few day's and there is nothin on him no bumps or anything but am wondering if there is anytging else i should do? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 15 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Oh great question! I bet that worm was surprising. Likely this was a bot fly larvae called a cuterebra. Part of their life cycle is completed in the skin of a mammal, just as you found with Diego. Usually once it has fallen out (or removed), the body heals the wound and no other treatment is needed. Occasionally I find 2 or 3 lesions on an animal, but typically it is just 1. Watch the area for swelling, redness, or discharge. I hope this helps- and thanks for using Pet Coach!

My dog had a worm come out of his skin. What should I do after removal?

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