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My dog has a wire stuck in his leg, it's swollen. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 5 months old | 16 lbs

A wire was stuck on his legs lot of swelling in that area he is very uncomfortable plz suggest any medicine

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

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Published on February 19th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Apple! Apple needs to be examined by a Vet to be sure no bones are broken. He should be evaluated to see if he needs antibiotics and since he is in pain appropriate and safe pain medications. We can not prescribe medications on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach we can only offer advice. It is against the law to diagnose and prescribe drugs because we are unable to examine the pet which is required to have a valid Veterinary-Client patient relationship. I hope this helps and I wish Apple the very best!

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