Dog fight injury: Puncture wound. Can I treat it without a vet?

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My dogs (Boozie, a border collie mix, and Luna, a boxer mix) got into a scrap. Boozie was fine but her tooth went right through Luna's skin and I can't tell how deep the puncture is. I really can't afford to take her to the vet unless I absolutely have to. I cleaned out the wound with diluted apple cider vinegar, and she's acting fine; is she okay? (the pictures uploaded upside down, but it's right in front of her ear.). Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 7 months old | 35 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

That is a pretty deep wound that should be seen by a vet, If you cannot afford to go to a vet , do not use apple cider vinegar again as it may damage more tissue, Leave the wound alone and let it scab over and heal by itself. If there happens to be a large swelling or if you start to see pus coming from the wound , you will need to take her to a vet, Here is some information re financial help: There are quite a few ways to get financial help with vet bills: https://www.youcaring.com/blog/2016/need-help-with-vet-bills https://www.avma.org/public/YourVet/Pages/Financial-assistance-for-veterinary-care-costs.aspx https://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets https://www.paws.org/cats-and-dogs/other-services/help-with-veterinary-bills/ http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html?credit=web_id98635957

Dog fight injury: Puncture wound. Can I treat it without a vet?

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