Dealing with a Large Dog Attacking a Small Dog: What to

Section 1: Immediate Inspection Necessary After a Dog Bite

When your beloved puppy inadvertently gets bitten by another dog during play, it's crucial for the pet owner to promptly inspect the injury. Assess the severity of the wound to determine if it requires professional attention. If the wound is severe or beyond your ability to manage, it's advisable to seek veterinary care at a pet hospital.

In cases where the wound can be handled at home, the pet owner can clean and bandage the dog to prevent bacterial infection.

Section 2: Applying Pet Aid and Bandaging the Wound

1. Before cleaning the wound, the pet owner should first check if the wound is obscured by fur. If so, the hair around the wound should be trimmed to facilitate cleaning and treatment. To prevent the dog from biting or licking the wound, the owner can also fit the dog with an Elizabethan collar before beginning.

2. Secure the puppy and gently clean the wound with physiological saline, followed by disinfection with iodine. Once the wound is clean, apply Pet Aid liberally to ensure complete coverage of the injury. Then, press a sterile gauze pad over the wound and secure it in place with medical tape and gauze to keep out bacteria.

Section 3: Feeding Nutritious Food to Aid Healing

When a puppy is injured, it's important for the pet owner to provide additional nutrition to support the healing process. Homemade dog food, which can include cooked vegetables or meats like carrots, cabbage, and chicken, seasoned with a pinch of salt, can be mixed well and served to the puppy. If the puppy lacks appetite, rice porridge or fruit puree can be offered to stimulate their interest in eating.

Keep an eye on the wound to prevent inflammation.

For more information on treating dog injuries, click on 'What to Do When a Dog Gets Hurt' for detailed treatment methods.