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My new puppy has a bleeding paw wound and a lump. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 1 day old | 4 lbs

i got a german shepherd puppy. he's 33 days old. he's dewormed. problem is. i encountered a wound on his right foot which was secreting blood yesterday when he ran and another lump like wound on his finger on the left foot. i have attached pictures. pls help. he is eating, sleeping, and playing very well. the lump on left foots finger doesnt have fur on it. both wounds are on front legs. 1st and 3rd pic-right leg wound. 2nd pic-left leg lump.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 26th, 2018

Poor Tobi! I would gently clean his wounds with warm water and antiseptic soap. To keep him from licking at it, you can put an Ecollar on him. You can get one at a pet store or make one at home. Keep the wound clean and dry, and monitor it for signs of infection. If you see redness, swelling, warmth to the touch, or pus, then it is infected and he will need to see the vet for antibiotics to treat it. I'd also take him into the vet if the lumps get bigger or stay the same size over the next couple of days. I hope this helps!

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    Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 25th, 2018

    Poor Wonton. That looks deep. Since it isnt actively bleeding, the main thing is to make sure he doesnt lick it. I would put a cone collar on him if possible to prevent this. I would take him to your vet as soon as they open this morning. Your vet will be able to clean it and see if he needs any stitches and get him started on the proper meds to help it heal. If you havent already, I wouldnt feed him breakfast just in case they need to sedate him. I hope this helps!

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