What can I put over my dog's wound to stop them from licking it?

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Hi my dog has cancer and she has a wound that’s bleeding on her back right side. I’m trying to get her not to lick it. Is there anything I can put over it to prevent her from doing so? Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 80 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Poor baby. You can use an Elizabethan cone to keep her from reaching the area. There are the rigid plastic ones which might stress her out, so I would find one of the soft, flexible ones, or one that blows up like a soft neck collar. They also make body suits for dogs that can be used after surgeries & to protect wounds. You can ask your vet for a recommendation but here is one you can buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Suitical-Recovery-Suit-Dogs-medium/dp/B00W2EHJWE. Thanks for using PetCoach.

What can I put over my dog's wound to stop them from licking it?

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