Q&A for How to Stop a Dog's Quick from Bleeding

Return to Full Article

Search
Add New Question
  • Question
    How does QuickStop work?
    Natalie Punt, DVM
    Veterinarian
    Dr. Natalie Punt is a Veterinarian and the Founder and CEO of mPet- a smart phone app for pet owners to store, manage and transfer their pets medical records and health information. She specializes in small animal emergency and general medicine and veterinary practice economics. Dr. Punt holds a BS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from The University of California, Davis, an MS in Biochemistry from The University at Buffalo, and a DVM from Western University of Health Sciences.
    Veterinarian
    Expert Answer
    It basically acts like a chemical cauterizing agent that helps stop bleeding. It's a sulfur-based powder that you apply to the surface of the nail.
  • Question
    How do you stop a dog's cut from bleeding?
    Dr. Nelson is a Veterinarian who specializes in Companion and Large Animal Medicine in Minnesota, where she has over 18 years of experience as a veterinarian in a rural clinic. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Minnesota in 1998.
    Veterinarian
    Expert Answer
    Use a clean cloth or a some gauze to apply direct pressure to the cut until it stops bleeding. If that doesn't work, or the dog has sustained a major injury, see your veterinarian.
  • Question
    What do you do if your dog is bleeding?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
    Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
    Veterinarian
    Expert Answer
    Use a clean cotton swab and press it to the wound. Hold it in place for 5 minutes, then cautiously check for bleeding. If it is still bleeding, then reapply pressure but contact the vet for further advice.
  • Question
    How do you stop a dog's ear from bleeding?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
    Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
    Veterinarian
    Expert Answer
    Apply pressure to the wound with a clean cotton swab. Make a head bandage by cutting the toe off a sock or stocking, place the ear against the head and hold it there by putting the dog's head inside the improvised dressing.
Ask a Question

      Return to Full Article