My Pomeranian was bitten. Skin is cut and loose. Does he need a vet?

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I have a Pomeranian dog which was bit by a german shepherd today morning. There is no teeth Mark and almost no bleeding but the skin has been cut and it is still attached with the body and looks like a cover. Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 10 months old | 28.665 lbs

Shaneez Wallani, DVM · Accepted Answer

If this is a dog bite, there is a very high risk of it turning into an abscess and/or the infection spreading elsewhere, which can be very dangerous to your dog’s health. The bite is likely very sore, and Rony will probably not let you clean it appropriately at home. It sounds like he may need antibiotics based on your description, which can only be prescribed by a vet. Another very serious concern in the case of a bite wound is the possibility of rabies infection, which is transmitted from the saliva of infected mammals, can be passed on to humans, and is fatal. Rory may need a rabies vaccine booster or further treatment after this bite incident. I advise taking Rony to the vet asap for treatment to help keep him healthy and to help prevent Rony from injuring you if you try to clean it yourself.

My Pomeranian was bitten. Skin is cut and loose. Does he need a vet?

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