My dog has an open wound. Should I use coconut oil or bitter apple?

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hi a young gsl on a facebook group posted photo of her dogs open wound. asking 4 ideas 'What to put on it' !! said she put Coconut oil on it.. replys 1 hiy said put Bitter Apple on it to stop dog fr Scatching it.. poor dog it itches him--( a large Raw red ( nloody? open sore on a long coated white fur dog.

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Coconut oil and Bitter Apple will not help an open wound; in fact, they will likely make it worse. This dog needs to see a vet if it's a large wound, as it will likely need stitches to close. I would recommend that this person take their dog into the vet immediately for medical treatment.

My dog has an open wound. Should I use coconut oil or bitter apple?

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