My dog's nose was cut in a fight; should I go to the emergency vet?

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My dogs got into a fight over a toy and my male cut my female dog Lucky's nose. (They very rarely fight and are currently cuddled up with each other.) Lucky's nose is cute at the slit near her right nostril. I stopped the initial bleeding and cleaned the wound with betadine, but it has started bleeding a little again and I think it is looking worse. Should I take her to the emergency vet or am I being over cautious? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 7 months old | 62 lbs

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

The cut seems fairly superficial and the skin seems healthy at this stage. Soon the bleeding should stop completely. Disinfection can be continued at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any scratching (if any). 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. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

My dog's nose was cut in a fight; should I go to the emergency vet?

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