My dog was attacked and is now growling at me. What should I do?

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My dog was attacked yesterday the other dog was quite vicious and locked his jaw on my dog there are no puncture wounds but obviously very sore. My dog now won't let me near him. He's growling and snarling at me and keeps rocking his head around. What can I do. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered

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

I would take him to your veterinarian asap as pain relief medication are required and make sure there are no penetrating wounds (sometimes they can be quite subtle). Other injuries a part from muscles and soft tissue ones need to be diagnosed or ruled out. 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. Please find the time to give us a feedback about the consultation as that will be used to improve our service.

My dog was attacked and is now growling at me. What should I do?

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