Can I use human triple antibiotic ointment
on my dog?
Category: Canine
My dog has a small sore on her ankle. It is not swollen or hot
to the touch. Can I use Neosporin- or Polysporin- for humans on it?
Yes, for simple scrapes and abrasions.
It
is okay to use human triple antibiotic ointment on simple scrapes
or abrasions, but if your dog's skin lesion is more extensive
or does not resolve itself within three to four days, you should
have your dog checked by your veterinarian. Some skin lesions
have an underlying cause that needs to be diagnosed in order
to determine the treatment necessary to allow the wound to heal.
In some cases what appears to be a superficial wound is actually
a small puncture that is festering below the surface. If you
find that the affected area becomes swollen, tender or reddened
it needs the care of your veterinarian.
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