My dog was bitten by another dog and can't walk. What should I do?

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How bad is his would? He was attacked Thursday morning by my neighbors pit and can't really walk much.... Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 65 lbs

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would have to examine this wound in-person to tell the extent, but it does appear like a deep wound that should be treated by a veterinarian. Bite wounds tend to develop infections very quickly and can have severe consequences if not treated appropriately. For now, I recommend flushing the wound using a syringe or other dispensing device with warm water for five minutes. This may not be easy, because dogs tend to hate this, so I recommend having someone help you with holding Wolfy to make sure the wound gets flushed well. Infection is the biggest concern with these wounds; so after flushing, it's best to apply an antibacterial cream to the wound. In order to keep the wound clean, it's best to flush the wound two times a day and gently wipe away any big crusts - make sure not to scrub the wound, because this can make it worse. Apply the antibacterial cream after each flushing. I recommend taking him to the vet within the next 24 hours for treatment. I hope that helps and Wolfy gets better soon.

My dog was bitten by another dog and can't walk. What should I do?

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