Hi everyone, I need to ask a question about my dog. He was neutered last Wednesday and today, Monday, has been the first time he has actually let me look at the incision. There are no stitches on the outside so they must have used a surgical glue or something. Anyway, I know how important it is to keep him from licking the area so I use the E-collar when I am not close by. My question is this... can I use Dermaplast on his incision? He is also on antibiotics for a ear infection and infected anal glands:eek: This poor dog is having a ruff time. The vet is not in today for it's a holiday so I come to you for help. Thanks in advance for all your help;)

Since the vet didn't say to use the Dermoplast, I wouldn't. Try to stay on top of the licking too. I don't think a little will hurt.

Hi Katz. That poor dog. It always seems as if everything happens at once, doesn't it? I wouldn't recommend using the Dermaplast. I know it is used on humans post surgery, but we don't lick ourselves (well, at least most of us don't :eek:). If it looks like it is oozing slightly, or is red/irritated, you can use a little hydrogen peroxide on a cotton ball. Just dab on the incision area very carefully. If it looks like it is healing on it's own then just leave it alone. Because he is on antibiotics for other things, that will keep him from getting an infection.

If you don't have a follow up appointment scheduled with the vet, I would suggest calling tomorrow and scheduling one. It is always a good idea for the vet to check the post op healing and to ensure that the infected a.g. & ear are clearing up.

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Originally Posted by labman

Since the vet didn't say to use the Dermoplast, I wouldn't. Try to stay on top of the licking too. I don't think a little will hurt.

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Thanks labman... I tried calling the Vet again and this time someone answered and your right... no Dermoplast. I explained to them what the incision looked like and they didn't seem worried so there is no reason for me to be... lol. Thanks again labman:)

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Originally Posted by RubyPitbull

Hi Katz. That poor dog. It always seems as if everything happens at once, doesn't it? I wouldn't recommend using the Dermaplast. I know it is used on humans post surgery, but we don't lick ourselves (well, at least most of us don't :eek:). If it looks like it is oozing slightly, or is red/irritated, you can use a little hydrogen peroxide on a cotton ball. Just dab on the incision area very carefully. If it looks like it is healing on it's own then just leave it alone. Because he is on antibiotics for other things, that will keep him from getting an infection.

If you don't have a follow up appointment scheduled with the vet, I would suggest calling tomorrow and scheduling one. It is always a good idea for the vet to check the post op healing and to ensure that the infected a.g. & ear are clearing up.

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Thanks RubyPitbull... I finally got ahold of the Vet. Because the stitches are inside and not outside and they said that they will disappear on there own... He does not need to see Bud again unless there is a problem. I guess time will tell. My dog is very important to me... kinda like my kids... I am also a worrywort as well. Thanks for your advice on the hydrogen peroxide. I had forgotten all about the plain and simple things... lol. Have a wonderful day.:)

I am surprised the vet doesn't want to check on him. There usually isn't a fee charged in a follow up exam because it is built into the initial surgical fee. Most vets like to see the dog 7-10 days after the surgery just to make sure everything is healing properly.

I know it is hard to see our pets uncomfortable or in pain. Some of us have a tendency to worry more than others. Post surgery can be more traumatic for a pet owner than the pet! But, if you are at all concerned about what you are seeing during this healing process, insist on bringing him in for a follow up. I would rather see a vet "inconvenienced" than my dog having to live an extra day in discomfort.

Amen to that Ruby :)