My dog's neck wound hurts. How to apply ointment and stop itching?

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My dog has recently been attacked by another dog, which caused a deep cut on his neck(right under his mouth). He's not letting anyone touch the area. When applying the oinment, he's getting violent and scaring me. How should I apply the oinment on the neck wound? And how to stop him itching that area? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 6 months old | 30.03 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

I would recommend that you have Vicky evaluated by the vet. If he is so painful that he is becoming aggressive, then it is unlikely that ointment will heal it effectively. He probably needs pain medications and oral antibiotics. He should also have the hair clipped away from the wound to prevent additional infection. If he is scratching the wound, then he may need to wear an e-collar/cone to prevent further damage. If the wound is located in an area where the e-collar will rub, you may have to get a little more creative in how you prevent him from scratching, such as using a soft, donut-style cone or bandaging the feet.

My dog's neck wound hurts. How to apply ointment and stop itching?

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