Dog bite: Jaw still swollen after antibiotics. Should I see vet again?

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My minature schnauzer was bitten by another bigger dog..it puncture wound above the eye and under the jaw. He is on keflex. He has 1 pill left. Under jaw it's still swollen. Should we give it time or have him seen again? Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Male | unneutered | 7 years and 8 months old | 125 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

If the jaw is still swollen it would be a good idea to have him seen again. It's possible he needs another course of antibiotics or the area needs to be drained and cleaned out to let it properly heal.

Dog bite: Jaw still swollen after antibiotics. Should I see vet again?

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