My dog has a small cut. What should I do and is Polysporin safe?

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Hi, my name is goldie and i have a 8 Years old Shitzhu male that accidentally cut himself on his left Thigh on something that i didn't know till i found out it was bleeding a little bit, i just washed it with running water and put some Polysporin on it, i am not sure if that is okay? Since it is just a tiny cut? Please help me and Give me advice on what i can do other than that.. Thank you Very Much... Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 9 years and 6 months old | 6.7 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

This looks like a fairly small, superficial abrasion so I think it would probably okay to continue to monitor it. If MK is licking the area I wouldn't recommend using Polysporin. If the wound seems to be getting larger or you notice an increase in redness, swelling or discharge you should have your vet examine it.

My dog has a small cut. What should I do and is Polysporin safe?

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