Emergency First Aid for Dogs After a Fight: Quick Care
Be Mindful to Avoid Injury
When dogs are fighting, they can easily injure their owners. If you're not experienced or unsure about how to safely separate two dogs in the midst of a battle, please refrain from attempting to intervene. If you're determined to do so, be prepared for the possibility of being bitten.
Don't worry too much; most fights will come to an end when one of the dogs backs down.
Once the fight is over, quickly move the dogs away from each other. Dogs may be prone to a second attack if they sense that their owners are comforting them, which is often referred to as 'dog bullying humans'.
Inspect the Wounds
Let the dog walk around a bit to help it calm down and to identify any injuries. Remember to keep a leash on it to ensure its safety.
Treat the Wounds
In case of an artery or a major vein being injured, blood will gush out. In such cases, rush to the hospital immediately. If you have a soft fabric item, use its clean side to apply pressure to stop the bleeding.
For minor wounds, it's advisable to first clean the wound with saline solution. Then, based on the depth and location of the wound, decide whether to seek medical attention.
For any wound, if you need to stop the bleeding, always use a soft fabric in an emergency. Materials other than cotton can easily lead to secondary infections. Of course, sterile gauze is the best option for stopping bleeding.
If the hospital is far away, remember to change the止血 material every 5 minutes.
Do minor wounds really not require a hospital visit?
Dogondog bites are common, and veterinary hospitals have professional treatment methods. However, if professional care is not received promptly, what consequences might arise? No one knows.
From a veterinary perspective, the concept of dogs being bitten by their peers is quite broad. To understand specific injuries and potential consequences, professional assessment and examination are necessary.
Wounds may pierce the subcutaneous tissue, or they might just be superficial skin injuries. If the injury is penetrating, there is a possibility of causing permanent damage to the subcutaneous tissue.
Never rush to ask the vet about the severity of the injury as soon as you hand over your dog. If the wound is in a critical area like the throat or eyes, you'll know the severity intuitively.
Give the vet some time to assess the wound using their professional knowledge and equipment.
Stay calm; your anxiety can be sensed by your dog, making it more tense.
