Understanding Wounds, Bleeding, and Bites in Dogs
Accidents happen in the blink of an eye, a torn nail during playtime, a curious nose meeting a bee, or scuffle between housemates over a favorite toy. When something goes wrong, it’s completely natural to feel worried. Having a basic understanding of how these injuries usually behave can help you stay grounded and know when it’s time to bring in your veterinary team.
This week at DogSense, we are taking a closer look at common injuries like wounds, bleeding, bites, stings, envenomations, and broken nails, and how veterinarian typically approach them.
Wounds and Bleeding
Cuts, scrapes, and lacerations are among the most common injuries dogs experience. Leg wounds (from playing or stepping on sharp objects) and neck wounds (from bites) are common.
Although safe environments and good supervision can reduce risk, many bite wounds happen in familiar settings between dogs that live together, often around resources such as food, toys, or resting areas.