Is it safe to bathe or groom my dog after a recent wound?

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My pup has a wound on his hip..the result of a deer attack. The hole is the size of a dime. He has been seen by his vet and was treated. However, I forgot to ask if it is safe to have the dog bathed and groomed. I would like your opinion. Thank you! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 8 years and 7 months old | 21.4 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Although a picture would help to give you more specific advices, generally speaking I would recommend to wait until the lesion is completely resolved before having him groomed and bathed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Is it safe to bathe or groom my dog after a recent wound?

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