Brittany S. asked
My 10 lb chihuahua was bitten on his right rear leg by a large golden retriever. He was bleeding, so I cleaned it with peroxide, but now he is limping and won't put any weight on it. The leg is also swollen. What should I do?
August 30th, 2023
Jennifer H. answered
Bite wounds can be complex, and the swelling could indicate a fracture, muscle damage, infection, or...
August 30th, 2023
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