How can I treat my dogs broken leg at home?
How can I treat my dogs broken leg at home?
Muzzle the dog, if necessary, then gently slide a clean towel under the broken limb. If the broken part of the bone is visible through an opening (an open fracture), cover the exposed part with clean gauze such as a bandage or a clean dish or sanitary towel. Do not apply antiseptic or ointment.
Can a dog’s broken leg heal on its own?
WILL A DOG’S BROKEN LEG HEAL ON ITS OWN? It is dangerous to allow a dog’s broken leg to heal untreated or without the supervision of a veterinarian. While a broken bone does naturally heal on its own (through bone remodeling), that does not mean it will heal properly