My dog was bitten by a rat, but I can't find the bite. What to do?

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If my dog ( chihuahua / Italian Greyhound) was bitten by a rat while he perused it, but I can’t see anything, what can I do for it? What can the vet do for it in the morning? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Male | neutered | 8 years and 9 months old | 11 lbs

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

A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are usually needed. Disinfection may be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking/scratching. 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.

My dog was bitten by a rat, but I can't find the bite. What to do?

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