How to tell if a dog's wound is healing or infected?
Haylee Kessler
2025-07-30 11:12:04
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When cleaning the wound, gently massage the surrounding skin to open the wound and promote drainage. You may see some discharge or bleeding when you do this. Make note of whether the discharge is thick or colored or a clear, thin fluid. If the discharge continues to be bloody, green, or yellow for several consecutive days, contact your veterinarian for instructions. Gently clean the wound and surrounding area to remove any debris. This will keep the wound edges clean, reduce the potential for re-infection, and allow new healthy tissue to develop. Administer all medications as prescribed, your veterinarian may prescribe antibiotics or antibiotic cream to apply to the wound. Do not discontinue antibiotics for any reason, unless you have been instructed to do so by your veterinarian.
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