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Bite Wound
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Bite wounds inflicted from other animals can become infected very quickly. Therefore, if you see or think your pet may have been bitten, seek veterinary attention immediately. Animals can also transmit life threatening zoonotic diseases (spread of disease from animals to people) through bites such as rabies.

Symptoms

Steps
1   If 2 animals are fighting spray water on their heads from a garden hose to break them up
2   Restrain your pet and apply a muzzle if needed and control any external bleeding by applying firm direct pressure with a gauze pad or clean cloth.
3   Search for any bite wounds and using electric clippers, clip the area surrounding the bite wound making sure to actively search for any other bite wounds or injuries and clip the fur away from these areas as well.
4   If there is debris in the wound then clean the wound with 3 parts warm water and 1 part povidone iodine
5   If the wound is profusely bleeding then apply pressure with a clean cloth or gauze
6   Peroxide on a clean washcloth can be used to wipe dried blood from the area around the wound
7   Apply an icepack for about 10 minutes within the first 30 minutes of the bite to dull any pain and swelling
8   Seek veterinary attention.
Warnings
DO NOT use a tourniquet
DO NOT pour Hydrogen Peroxide directly on a wound
DO NOT attempt to pull animals apart
Tips
If you do not have a water hose, use a bucket of water, scream, or whistle to distract them
Approach the pet carefully to avoid getting bitten
Wear gloves if possible

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