My puppy's neck wound is oozing and bleeding. What should I do?

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My puppy has an open lesion oozing below his neck that he keeps scratching and now it's bleeding ... What can I do for n. It seems to be on the outside and not be rather the skin. There is no hair around it and it is sensitive to touch. Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | unneutered | 8 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Place an e-collar (cone) on him to prevent further trauma. Have him examined by your veterinarian to diagnose infection or injury. Yoda may need both antibiotics and medication for pain or inflammation. If you can't take him just yet, clean the area with diluted betadine or chlorhexidine and place an e-collar on him. You can buy them in most pet stores. Monitor for resolution, but if gets worse or if he becomes lethargic or stops eating, get him to your vet.

My puppy's neck wound is oozing and bleeding. What should I do?

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