Puppy cut lip and keeps licking. When should I see a vet?

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My puppy hit her nose on the corner of my washer and it caused her to cut part of her lip. Like under her nose to the left the lip is unattached to where it should be . Should I be extremely worried ? She keeps licking it which makes me feel like it won’t stuck back and heal right . Pet's info: Dog | Husky | Female | unspayed | 2 months old

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

This is a quite deep and serious wound and would require a stitch up to heal. An immediate check up would be needed as appropriate treatment would include antibiotics and anti-inflammatory/and pain relief medications. Unfortunately persistent licking will cause infection in the long term. 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.

Puppy cut lip and keeps licking. When should I see a vet?

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