My puppy's neuter wound reopened. Bandage or e-collar for healing?

Question

Yesterday my puppy had a procedure his vet took out inner sutures after neuter that caused irritation for a month, they only cut his skin and put outer suture to close the skin, but at night he kicked the wound open and today the vet closed the skin with glue and staples I put an ointment and closed the wound with sterile bandage so that the dog does not have access to the wound, I do not know whether to keep bandage on all the time and I send you pictures to find out whether the wound looks ok. Pet's info: Dog | Poodle | Male | unneutered | 1 year old | 10 lbs

Debi Matlack · Accepted Answer

That looks fine for the stage it's at. Rather than cover the wound with a bandage, I would put an e-collar or an inflatable collar on him that will keep him from licking at it, unless he's getting to it with his hind claws. In that case you can put baby socks on his hind feet to keep his claws from getting into the staples. If you do keep it covered, change the bandage daily or twice daily if the wound oozes a bit.

My puppy's neuter wound reopened. Bandage or e-collar for healing?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

My pet has red spots all over. What's causing them and what to do?

My small pet is limping and can't bear weight. Should I see a vet?

My degu has a white bump in its fur. Should I take my pet to the vet?

Share