My dog has a superficial bite wound. What first aid can I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | spayed | 6 years and 6 months old
My dog got bit by another dog it looks pretty superficial what can I do to first aid it myself
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Published on July 29th, 2019
I would put an ecollar on Maxine and bring her to the veterinarian. Bite wounds can appear superficial but many times they can be a lot worse. She most likely will need antibiotics to help. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
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Published on January 30th, 2018
Unfortunately there is no way to link this question with your previous one. So I don’t have all the history or the question you asked. However, those appear to be bite wounds on Lady, and pretty significant ones. I would encourage you to have her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. She is likely painful and would benefit from pain management as well as she needs to have the wounds cleaned and started on antibiotics. The one on the hind leg may need to be sutured. Best of luck and I hope this was helpful even without knowing your question. Thank you for using Pet Coach.
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