4-Steps-That-Will-Aid-You-In-Treating-Open-Wounds-in-Dogs

1. 4 Steps That Will Aid You In Treating Open Wounds In Dogs Skin plays a very important role in protecting your dog's body from toxins and bacteria from entering his body. But when a dog is wounded and the skin is broken, there are chances of bacteria and other harmful organisms to gain access into the body causing infection. Dogs get wounded frequently. Small wounds heal automatically on their own, but it is the larger open wounds that lead to blood loss and infection, making the furry pal vulnerable to different health threats. It is therefore important to learn how to treat open wounds. In case, your pooch has an open wound, there is a huge probability that he might be bleeding. It is therefore important to first of all determine the seriousness of the bleeding and whether he is required to be taken to the veterinarian. Let us look at some of the steps that will aid you in treating open wounds in dogs: Determine The Severity Of The Disease If you observe a wound that is squirting blood or the blood is coming out of the pulses then it can be a life- threatening situation which requires immediate veterinarian attention. If the blood is flowing or dripping out from the wound, then the bleeding is still considered to be very critical and a veterinarian visit is a must. In case, blood is oozing or seeping out, the wound is not usually so deep and can be treated at home. Halt The Bleeding If your dog is bleeding profusely, try to stop the bleeding by applying direct pressure with a sterile gauze pad or a clean towel. There are certain dog owners who lift the towel or gauze to scrutinize the wound and the bleeding. Never do that otherwise it will be very difficult for the blood to clot. Also, never remove the towel or gauze, even if it is soaked with blood. Just continue to add more gauze or towels on top of the soaked ones. You should also raise the bleeding source so that it is above the level of your dog's heart.

2. If your dog is suffering from severe bleeding, apply direct pressure to the arteries that supply the wounded area. The pressure points are situated at the upper inside of the front legs, the underside of the tail and the upper inside of the hind legs. Use a tourniquet as a last resort or as per the recommendation of your veterinarian. Clean The Wound Once the bleeding stops, clean the wound only if you find that the open wound is not serious enough to require immediate veterinarian attention. The first step is to employ a pair of scissors to trim the hair surrounding the wound. Dipping the scissors in mineral oil prior to cutting the hair will ensure that the hair sticks to the scissor instead of falling into the wound. If there is crusted blood and debris on the wound, try to soften this material with warm water and soft toweling. Blot the area smoothly. After trimming the hair you will be able to see the wound clearly. Flush it with a well-sterilized saline solution. You can create your own herbal saline solution by following these steps: Boil a cup to sterilize it. Let it cool. Add 10 drops each of tinctures of Calendula and St. John's Wort plus one-fourth teaspoon of tablet salt. Employ a syringe to gently flush out the wound. Disinfect the wound by smoothly dabbing the area with sterile gauze that has been soaked in hydrogen peroxide.You can also take help of recommended pet wound care treatment available to heal your pet easily. Dress The Wound Smear a thin coat of Calendula ointment on single side of a non-stick pad directly on the open wound. Employ a roll of cotton gauze or bandage and trap the pad against the skin by wrapping the gauze around the body part such that will keep the pad in place. Never wrap the gauze too tightly because it can cut off the blood circulation. Change the bandage once everyday and keep the wound clean that would help in healing. So, when do you plan to use these steps to treat open wounds of your dog?