Give Dog Medicine

There are times when you as a pet owner have to give medicine to your dog or cat. Unfortunately animals, even well-trained ones, can be unpredictable. This is why all pet owners and bystanders should exercise caution when dealing with animals that are stressed, frightened or injured. An animal that is injured or frightened feels vulnerable and may lash out with teeth or claws quickly even if this behavior is not characteristic of "normal" behavior for that pet. When you give your dog medicine that is another time that it is possible from him to bite you. Animal bites and injuries must be discussed with and treated by a human physician, as soon as possible, if the injuries are severe. Some injuries may not look like much damage has been done, either. A puncture wound, without tearing of the flesh around it, is usually a small hole that closes quickly. This can be deceiving, as the bacteria and damage are trapped below the surface, which can lead to infection. In other instances, diseases may be spread by the injury in addition to the problems from the injury itself, such as Rabies.

Basic wound care: All wounds should be washed immediately with soap and water. Please see your physician or urgent care for best chances of quick and uneventful healing. If not treated promptly, the signs of infection are: redness or discoloration, swelling, pain, warm-to-touch, discharge. All bite wounds should be taken seriously. Animal bites and injuries must be discussed with and treated by a human physician, as soon as possible, if the injuries are severe.