How to treat my dog's painful paw wound with sand and clear liquid?

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She had a wond on her foot, it is small but deep. I cleaned it for several times with a needle. It is fulfilled by tiny rock and sand, which are everywhere in the back yard. There are colorless liquid coming out from it when I squeeze it. For her, it is painful when I am touching it or the area around. However, she is not affected when walking or running or playing with my other dogs. I have tried put something on her foot to prevent rock and sand to get back. All failed. What should I doto heal. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | 7 months and 25 days old | 6 lbs

Justin Plunk, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sometimes, rest and some topical antiseptic such as Vetericyn wound spray are enough for minor wounds on the paw pads to heal. Vetericyn is available at most Petco locations and on Petco.com, so just apply as labeled topically; it is not harmful if small amounts are swallowed were she to lick it off of the area, though Alivas may need an Elizabethan collar to prevent her from licking the wound to allow it to heal. If the pain persists or the wound continues draining for longer than 1-2 more days, I would recommend having her seen by your Veterinarian, sooner if either her pain or the drainage worsen. Keep her activity level down until healed, especially off of rocks and other rough/sharp surfaces. I hope this helps!

How to treat my dog's painful paw wound with sand and clear liquid?

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