{"id":177630,"date":"2022-08-05T08:06:11","date_gmt":"2022-08-05T08:06:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/"},"modified":"2022-08-06T10:31:33","modified_gmt":"2022-08-06T10:31:33","slug":"how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I treat my dogs infected wound at home?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_infected_wound_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs infected wound at home?\">How can I treat my dogs infected wound at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#How_do_you_treat_an_infected_wound_on_a_dog\" title=\"How do you treat an infected wound on a dog?\">How do you treat an infected wound on a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#How_do_I_clean_my_dogs_infected_skin\" title=\"How do I clean my dogs infected skin?\">How do I clean my dogs infected skin?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#What_happens_when_a_dogs_wound_gets_infected\" title=\"What happens when a dogs wound gets infected?\">What happens when a dogs wound gets infected?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#What_can_you_put_on_a_dogs_infected_wound\" title=\"What can you put on a dog&#8217;s infected wound?\">What can you put on a dog&#8217;s infected wound?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#What_is_the_fastest_way_to_heal_a_dog_wound\" title=\"What is the fastest way to heal a dog wound?\">What is the fastest way to heal a dog wound?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#How_can_I_heal_my_dogs_wound_naturally\" title=\"How can I heal my dogs wound naturally?\">How can I heal my dogs wound naturally?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#How_can_I_treat_an_infected_dog_wound_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat an infected dog wound at home?\">How can I treat an infected dog wound at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#What_does_infected_wound_look_like_on_dog\" title=\"What does infected wound look like on dog?\">What does infected wound look like on dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#When_should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_an_infected_wound\" title=\"When should I take my dog to the vet for an infected wound?\">When should I take my dog to the vet for an infected wound?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#What_does_a_bacterial_skin_infection_look_like_on_dogs\" title=\"What does a bacterial skin infection look like on dogs?\">What does a bacterial skin infection look like on dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#How_do_you_clean_pus_off_a_dog\" title=\"How do you clean pus off a dog?\">How do you clean pus off a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#How_do_you_clean_an_infected_dog_scab\" title=\"How do you clean an infected dog scab?\">How do you clean an infected dog scab?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home\/#How_do_you_tell_if_a_cut_is_infected_on_a_dog\" title=\"How do you tell if a cut is infected on a dog?\">How do you tell if a cut is infected on a dog?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_infected_wound_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs infected wound at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Treat Minor Pet Wounds at Home<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stop the bleeding. If the wound is bleeding, put a clean towel or cloth over the wound and apply light pressure.<\/li>\n<li>Clean the wound.<\/li>\n<li>Remove any foreign objects with tweezers.<\/li>\n<li>Disinfect the wound.<\/li>\n<li>Cover up the wound with a bandage.<\/li>\n<li>Consider an E-collar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-spray-bandage-safe-for-dogs\/\">Is spray bandage safe for dogs?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_an_infected_wound_on_a_dog\"><\/span>How do you treat an infected wound on a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apply an antibacterial ointment to the wound. Triple antibiotic ointments containing bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B are widely available. AVOID any product that contains a corticosteroid like hydrocortisone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_clean_my_dogs_infected_skin\"><\/span>How do I clean my dogs infected skin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We recommend <b>4% chlorhexidine, 2% benzoyl peroxide, or sodium hypochlorite (bleach) shampoos to treat bacterial skin infections. Treatments should be repeated initially 2-3 times weekly. Antibacterial conditioning sprays can be used be sprayed on the skin between bathing days.<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Wound Care for PETS \ud83d\udc15\ud83d\udc31| Pt. 1 NaturelleNeima\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-dRKxn70Cxk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_a_dogs_wound_gets_infected\"><\/span>What happens when a dogs wound gets infected?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Funky odors &#8211; Your dog&#8217;s injury could release an unpleasant odor. <b>A foul smell could be a sign of an infected wound.<\/b><b>Streaking &#8211; You may notice red streaks around your dog&#8217;s wound. These are potential symptoms of lymphangitis or an infection of the lymph vessels.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_put_on_a_dogs_infected_wound\"><\/span>What can you put on a dog&#8217;s infected wound?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Apply an antibacterial ointment to the wound. <b>Triple antibiotic ointments containing bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B are widely available. AVOID any product that contains a corticosteroid like hydrocortisone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_fastest_way_to_heal_a_dog_wound\"><\/span>What is the fastest way to heal a dog wound?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How To Heal a Dog Wound Quickly<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Wound Management. Keep the wound clean and moisturized by utilizing a non-toxic antimicrobial cleaning spray three or four times daily.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: Antimicrobial Hydrogel. After cleaning the wound, apply a cooling, protective layer of antimicrobial hydrogel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_heal_my_dogs_wound_naturally\"><\/span>How can I heal my dogs wound naturally?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Mineral-rich unrefined sea salt can be added to any tea that will be used to treat wounds. To make an effective spray for any cut, or wound, combine 4 cups of any herbal tea with cup aloevera juice or gel and cup unrefined sea salt. Even plain salt water is a wound-healing treatment.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_an_infected_dog_wound_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat an infected dog wound at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Treat Minor Pet Wounds at Home<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stop the bleeding. If the wound is bleeding, put a clean towel or cloth over the wound and apply light pressure.<\/li>\n<li>Clean the wound.<\/li>\n<li>Remove any foreign objects with tweezers.<\/li>\n<li>Disinfect the wound.<\/li>\n<li>Cover up the wound with a bandage.<\/li>\n<li>Consider an E-collar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-192634 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-can-I-treat-an-infected-dog-wound-at-home.jpg\" alt=\"How can I treat an infected dog wound at home?\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-can-I-treat-an-infected-dog-wound-at-home.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-can-I-treat-an-infected-dog-wound-at-home-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-can-I-treat-an-infected-dog-wound-at-home-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_infected_wound_look_like_on_dog\"><\/span>What does infected wound look like on dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Funky odors &#8211; Your dog&#8217;s injury could release an unpleasant odor. <b>A foul smell could be a sign of an infected wound.<\/b><b>Streaking &#8211; You may notice red streaks around your dog&#8217;s wound. These are potential symptoms of lymphangitis or an infection of the lymph vessels.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_an_infected_wound\"><\/span>When should I take my dog to the vet for an infected wound?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Redness. <\/b><b>Swelling<\/b><b>Heat<\/b><b>Pus (white, green or yellow liquid)<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_bacterial_skin_infection_look_like_on_dogs\"><\/span>What does a bacterial skin infection look like on dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Treat Minor Pet Wounds at Home<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stop the bleeding. If the wound is bleeding, put a clean towel or cloth over the wound and apply light pressure.<\/li>\n<li>Clean the wound.<\/li>\n<li>Remove any foreign objects with tweezers.<\/li>\n<li>Disinfect the wound.<\/li>\n<li>Cover up the wound with a bandage.<\/li>\n<li>Consider an E-collar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_clean_pus_off_a_dog\"><\/span>How do you clean pus off a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Red or inflamed skin. Pus-filled lesions on the skin. Excessive licking, itching or chewing. Patchy fur with peeling, moist or crusty skin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_clean_an_infected_dog_scab\"><\/span>How do you clean an infected dog scab?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Several times a day, clean the area around the abscess with saline in a syringe to avoid disturbing inflamed painful skin, or by wiping with a saline soaked piece of gauze and very gently wiping away from the wound opening.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Found Crusty Scabs on Dog\u2019s Back? Here\u2019s Why and What to Do\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pQkBBXp3lQo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_if_a_cut_is_infected_on_a_dog\"><\/span>How do you tell if a cut is infected on a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Apply an antibacterial ointment to the wound. Triple antibiotic ointments containing bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B are widely available. AVOID any product that contains a corticosteroid like hydrocortisone.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I treat my dogs infected wound at home?How do you treat an infected wound on a dog?How do I clean my dogs infected skin?What happens when a dogs wound gets infected?What can you put on a dog&#8217;s infected wound?What is the fastest way to heal a dog wound?How can I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":192633,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-can-I-treat-my-dogs-infected-wound-at-home.jpeg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177630"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=177630"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177630\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":192635,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177630\/revisions\/192635"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/192633"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=177630"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=177630"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=177630"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}