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My German Shepherd has a bleeding leg wound. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | neutered | 2 years and 5 months old | 80 lbs

I found this in my German Shepherd dog leg, and I'm not sure what it is. Can you please tell me if it's something I have to care about or not and what I have to do to treat it. P.S. it bleed a little when i press on it. Thanks in advance

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Answered By Ann Dion, DVM

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Published on June 12th, 2018

Hello and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. The pictures look like there is a small wound there. The wound looks like it might be from where a tick might have burrowed into Oliver's leg. I don't see any little spot to suggest the head is still present. There are many other causes for small wounds like this (other bites, dog fight bites, and self trauma if itchy). I recommend getting an E-collar to prevent any self trauma, and just keep the area clean and dry. Do not apply any creams. If it is looking worse, or has any green/yellow/cream discharge then I would go to a vet for antiobitics, otherwise just monitor. If it is painful you might need to go to the vet for pain management. It should heal by itself in a few days, if not, see your vet. Best of luck with Oliver.

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