Thread: Paw Pad Injury
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Old 06-23-2008, 01:32 PM   #9
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Originally Posted by Bizzymammabee View Post
I know my dad had a pitbull that had a torn pad years ago and he cleaned it with perioxide and then put neosporin or triple antibiotic cream on it. Then he got some gauze and medical tape and then wrapped it and made a small paw cast. That is the best thing because it stopped any dirt from getting on it. You will see if there is infection because it will be pussy. Dad also had given him a shot of penicillin to combat any infection.
Yep. You could also use an Ace bandage that you could take on/off so that you can reapply the ointment 2-3x per day. Poor girl - hope she heals up soon.
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