| Bleeding |
| Minor bleeding from a cut or a scrape can usually be stopped by pressing down on the cut with a clean cloth or gauze. Severe bleeding must be controlled quickly. Hold pressure on the wound with a clean piece of gauze or cloth, for about 5 minutes. Your pet may be in pain, so it may be a good idea to use a muzzle. See "How to make a muzzle". Don't forget to comfort your pet with soft words and cuddling, while maintaining firm pressure on the wound. After 5 minutes, ease the pressure and lift the gauze/cloth carefully, without disturbing the clot. If the bleeding has stopped, examine the wound. If the cut is deep, you may need to take your pet to get stitches.If not, trim the fur around the wound with scissors, very carefully clean the wound with hydrogen peroxide (if not available, use can use soap and water). Dry the wound. Apply Betadine or anitiotic powder. Cover the wound with clean gauze and tape. Next day , check the wound for redness or swelling. These are symptoms of infection and require a vet's care. If the bleeding hasn't stopped, immediatly take your pet to the veterinarian. Try to get someone to drive you, while you keep applying pressure to the wound to control the bleeding, and keeping your pet calm. |
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