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Dogs, especially those that run loose in a yard or large property, are prone to getting small cuts or punctures. You can keep your dog from needing a costly vet visit by using a little preventative care to stave off infection of these minor wounds.



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    Calm your dog. Your animal may not notice that it has an injury. On the other hand, it may be stressed. Soothe your dog by petting it gently, speaking to it in a slow, calm voice, and offering some food treats.
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    Clip away hair from around the wound. This will allow you a good look at the wound, and will keep hair from trapping dirt or from irritating the exposed flesh.
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    Flush out the wound with warm salt water (add 2 tsp of sea salt to 1 cup warm water, and stir until dissolved). Fill a turkey baster with water and squirt it gently into the wound until it is clean. Alternately, pour the water directly over the wound.
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    Pat dry with sterile gauze.
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    Apply antibiotic cream or spray.
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    Check wound daily for signs of infection or abnormal healing.
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  • If a dog is stressed try to calm it down by stroking or simply talking and giving him some tip bits.
  • Bandages often do more harm than good, as dogs tend to chew them off.



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Categories: Canine Health

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