My dog's ear was bitten a week ago, now red. What should I do?

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My dog got bit in the ear a week ago by a dog. It’s not bleeding not just red. What should I do? Pet's info: Dog | Goldendoodle | Female | spayed | 9 months and 19 days old | 55 lbs

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

It seems a small trauma, which is healing fine and at the moment (looking at the pic) I cannot see any sign of infection. Disinfection can be done at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. 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 ear was bitten a week ago, now red. What should I do?

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