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How to manage dogs minor wounds and skin irritations

November 13, 2015 Dr. Claire Jenkins

Step one is to do a tip to tail check of your dog. This will enable you to see what you’re dealing with and check for any other wounds. Large, deep wounds exposing underlying tissue or bite wounds need to be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. If the wound is bleeding apply […]

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Skin & coat

How to manage minor wounds and skin irritations on your cat!

November 10, 2015 Dr. Claire Jenkins

Your cat has come home with a wound. What should you do? Firstly, do a tip to tail check to see what you’re dealing with. Deep cuts through the skin exposing underlying tissue and puncture wounds such as from a tooth or nail may require veterinary attention. In the first instance, it’s best to jump […]

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