No, Do Not put Neosporin or other over-the-counter products on your pet's incision. Neosporin can cause a Pseudomonas infection which may cause your pet to need additional surgery. There are other options, such as Silver Sulfadiazine cream, that your veterinarian may prescribe for you if it is needed.

Can you put Neosporin on a dog surgery wound?

Can you use Neosporin on dogs' wounds? Yes, but only for minor wounds like scrapes and small cuts. Its neomycin, polymyxin B, and bacitracin composition help prevent infections. But, it's not a cure-all; large and severe wounds or those needing stitches require veterinary attention.

What can I put on my dog's wound after surgery?

Don't apply any cream, disinfectant, or alcohol near the incision site unless your vet instructs you to. Use a clean sheet or towel to cover the incision site to keep dirt from contaminating the wound. Keep your dog's bandages clean and dry.

Can I put Neosporin on surgical incisions?

Apply a thin layer of Vaseline (petrolatum jelly) or Aquaphor Healing Ointment. 4. Please DO NOT use Neosporin, Polysporin or Double or Triple Antibiotic ointment. These products can cause irritation.

What antibiotic ointment is good for dogs stitches?

Triple antibiotic ointment (such as Neosporin) should be applied to your pet's incision to help protect the incision from infection.

Post Op Canine Spay Advice. The veterinarians advice for monitoring your dogs spay incision.

What human antibiotic cream is safe for dogs?

Bacitracin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent skin infections. Since it's one of the three antibiotics included in Neosporin, it's also deemed safe to use by itself on dogs. Just make sure your pup doesn't ingest too much if they tend to lick.

Should I put anything on my dog's stitches?

Keep Stitches Dry

If unable to avoid rain, cover your dog's incision site properly to maintain dryness. No ointments or topical creams should be applied unless instructed otherwise. This includes alcohol and hydrogen peroxide as these chemicals can cause damage to the tissue.

Why is Neosporin no longer recommended?

Neomycin frequently causes allergic reactions of the skin called contact dermatitis. It can cause the skin to become red, scaly, and itchy. The more Neosporin you use, the worse the skin reaction gets.

What ointment is good for surgical incisions?

A layer of polysporin or bacitracin ointment must be kept over the sutures until they are removed. You may leave the incision site covered or uncovered during the day it is your preference, however, we do recommend that a layer of the antibiotic ointment be kept over the sutures at all times.

What is the best thing to put on an incision after surgery?

A sterile dressing keeps your surgical wound clean and dry while it heals. This bandage protects your incision, creating an ideal environment for healing.

How long does it take for a surgical incision to heal on a dog?

Most pets will require some form of activity restriction after surgery. As most incisions take around 10-14 days to heal, your pet will need to take it easy for at least that long. Activity restriction may range from strict crate rest to allowing only leash walks.

Does a dog wound heal faster, covered or uncovered?

Generally, a dog wound may heal better when covered as it can prevent the dog from licking or biting the wound site on the dog's skin, which can slow down the healing process or even cause further damage. However, it's crucial to ensure the initial wound is clean before covering it.

What is the fastest way to heal a dog wound?

Apply a small amount of wound ointment to the area.

Medical-grade honey ointments have strong antibacterial properties that may help your pet's wound heal. Inflammation relief creams, which are enzymatic creams with hydrocortisone, may be more useful for inflammatory pet wounds like hot spots.

What healing ointment is safe for dogs?

VetCare QuickDERM Wound Technology for animals has a new, innovative technology for hard to heal wounds and burns in companion pets and horses. QuickDERM is a very non-caustic ointment that can address a variety of acute and chronic wounds. This Advanced Wound Ointment supports healthy epithelialization of wounds.

Why can't dogs use Neosporin?

Dogs tend to lick off topical treatments, and ingesting Neosporin can cause side effects like upset stomach. Allergic Reactions: Just like people, dogs can have allergic reactions to medications. If your dog has never used Neosporin before, watch closely for any signs of an allergic reaction.

What is a good alternative to Neosporin for dogs?

Alternatives to Neosporin for Dogs

If you prefer not to use Neosporin, there are pet-safe alternatives available. Vetericyn Plus antimicrobial hydrogel is a popular choice for wound care in dogs. You can also use a simple saline solution to clean the wound.

Why should you not put Neosporin on an incision?

The commonly used ointment Neosporin may disrupt skin's regenerative microbiome, delaying healing.

Do surgical incisions heal better covered or uncovered?

Wounds need to be covered so that they can heal properly. When a wound is left uncovered, the new surface cells that are being created can easily dry out. When these important cells dry out, it tends to slow down the healing process. A wound should be covered using a clean bandage.

Is Vaseline or Neosporin better for stitches?

-Apply Vaseline or Aquaphor healing ointment to the sutured site 3-4x/ day for the next three to four days. The ointment will help the wound heal more quickly and minimize scarring. We prefer Vaseline or Aquaphor to antibiotic ointment due to the increase in allergic reactions to antibiotic ointments such as Neosporin.

Why do dermatologists say not to use Neosporin?

Neosporin: Using this antibiotic ointment when you don't need it is asking for problems. First, using it on noninfected skin will kill off the healthy bacteria you want on your skin and will let resistant stronger bad bacteria thrive. Also, neosporin is more commonly becoming a potent allergen.

Where should you not use Neosporin?

When not to use NEOSPORIN. NEOSPORIN^® is designed for external use only¹. Do not take it by mouth or use it inside your nose¹. Our products are also not designed to treat deep cuts, puncture wounds, animal bites, severe burns, or to be used over large areas of your body¹.

What do doctors recommend instead of Neosporin?

For this reason, we often recommend Polysporin. Polysporin does not have neomycin, it just has polymixin and bacitracin. Although patients can be allergic to any medication, allergy to these medicines is very uncommon.

What can I put on my dog's incision to help it heal?

Do not bathe your dog or allow the incision to get wet. Never apply any cream, ointment, disinfectant, or other substance to the incision unless specifically instructed to do so by your veterinarian.

How to clean a dog surgery incision?

Keep the area clear from dirt and debris, and prevent your dog (and other pets) from licking the stitches. Dr. Adams says pet parents should keep the stitches dry and only clean them with the correct products, such as Hibiclens diluted with water.

How long does it take for a dog surgery incision to heal?

Initially, the skin swells and reddens and may even show signs of bruising. Over time, the repair cells and proteins diminish and a scar is formed. In a normal, healthy dog, properly healing, non-infected incisions typically heal within 10-14 days and a permanent scar forms within about 14-21 days.

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