How to deal with dog trauma infection suppuration

Date: 2024-03-22

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The treatment method of purulent infection in dog trauma:

1. Remove pus and clean the wound

First of all, check whether there are residual foreign objects in the dog's wound, such as broken glass, wood thorns, nails, etc., use sterilized tweezers to pull out and clean them up, and then use a cotton swab dipped in physiological saline to carefully scrape off the pus. The hair around the dog’s wound is relatively long and can be trimmed before treating the wound. After the wound is exposed, hydrogen peroxide and saline can be used to rinse the wound alternately. Antibiotic ointment.

2. Bandage the wound and observe more

After cleaning the wound, use clean gauze to bandage the wound to isolate it. Be careful not to bathe the dog during the period, so as to prevent the wound from being infected by water. It is best to wear an Elizabeth ring all the time to prevent the dog from licking or scratching the wound. . Observe the recovery of its wound every day. If the wound remains dry and hygienic, it means that the recovery is better. If there is obvious exudate, it is recommended to take it to the pet hospital for anti-inflammatory injections to reduce inflammation.

3. Appropriate nutritional supplementation

Appropriately supplement the nutrition of the dog, choose some fresh, light and nutritious food to feed, such as chicken, beef, mullet soup, fruits and vegetables, nutrition cream, etc. The dog's nutrition is strengthened and the wound will heal faster.

4. Take care of the dog's mood

Dogs are uncomfortable when they are injured, which may affect their mood. You can take the dog out for a walk in your free time, bask in the sun, and tease the dog with the dog's favorite snacks. When the dog's wound is itchy, you can also prepare some toys for the dog to play with the dog to divert the dog's attention. If you don’t have time to play with your dog, you can prepare some small dolls for the dog, or some sound toys, so that the dog feels that it is better to have playmates.