greytluck Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Wally cut his side somehow at the park today. I took him to the vet who wants to leave it open and just gave me some antibiotics and a wound scrub. I trust my vet but to me I think it needs a couple of stitches. What do you guys think? I'm a bit of a worry wart but it's still bleeding 3 hours later. Quote Hobbes-Ricard Hatch09/23/99-12/21/09 Always loved, never forgotten. Wally TNJ Boy Howdy, GLS Genuinerisk Corinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Yikes! I personally would think stitches too, but I am not a vet. Quote ...............Chase (FTH Smooth Talker), Morgan (Cata), Reggie (Gable Caney), Rufus (Reward RJ). Fosters check in, but they don't check out. Forever loved -- Cosmo (System Br Mynoel), March 11, 2002 - October 8, 2009.Miss Cosmo was a lady. And a lady always knows when to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytgrandma Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 poor Wally ,I hope he heals fast. I would think it needed stitches Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytluck Posted March 7, 2009 Author Share Posted March 7, 2009 Do you think I should bring him to the e-vet to get it stitched? Quote Hobbes-Ricard Hatch09/23/99-12/21/09 Always loved, never forgotten. Wally TNJ Boy Howdy, GLS Genuinerisk Corinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 I seem to remember reading once there is some sort of time limit on getting stitches. Something like within 12 hours and after that it's too late and the wound has to be left open. So if you do want it stitched up, I think evet would be best. Quote ...............Chase (FTH Smooth Talker), Morgan (Cata), Reggie (Gable Caney), Rufus (Reward RJ). Fosters check in, but they don't check out. Forever loved -- Cosmo (System Br Mynoel), March 11, 2002 - October 8, 2009.Miss Cosmo was a lady. And a lady always knows when to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest loveagrey Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 OUCH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Poor guy!! I would have thought stitches too, but I'm no vet. Hope he heal quickly and is comfortable Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jg_consult Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Check back with another vet! In addition to stitches, Wally may have tears under the skin that need to be stitched internally. Greyhound skin can tear underneath, even though in looks fine on the outside. One other point - did the vet give you any antibiotics? The edges of the wound look like there is loose skin, which may get infected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytluck Posted March 7, 2009 Author Share Posted March 7, 2009 Check back with another vet! In addition to stitches, Wally may have tears under the skin that need to be stitched internally. Greyhound skin can tear underneath, even though in looks fine on the outside. One other point - did the vet give you any antibiotics? The edges of the wound look like there is loose skin, which may get infected. I'm going to bring him to the e vet tonight. Unfortunately I have to go out this afternoon but I'll bring him when I get back. He was sent home with an antibiotic which he already got. Poor boy. Quote Hobbes-Ricard Hatch09/23/99-12/21/09 Always loved, never forgotten. Wally TNJ Boy Howdy, GLS Genuinerisk Corinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 I've managed bigger wounds at home. It takes some vigilance. Usually our vet will at least clean the margins, Wally's looks like there's skin flaps. It's in a tricky place for stitches. The skin is going to tug and pull as he moves and the stitches may rip out anyway - then you're out the cost of anesthesia, and stitching not to mention the e-vet charge - and you won't be able to have it stitched again as the skin will be too thin and ragged. But only you can determine what you're comfortable with dealing with at home. It's probably worth a second look anyway. greysmom Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallgreydogmom Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 If they stitch it they will have to make it a lot larger and they probably will not hold. I would try to handle the wound instead of putting him under for it stitches. Quote Then God sent the Greyhound to live among man and remember. And when the Day comes, God will call the Greyhound to give Testament, and God will pass judgment on man. (Persian Proverb) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Poor Baby!!!!! I would keep a very close watch on it, it is better if it heals on its own.. Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scullysmum Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 It may have been to do with the amount of time passed before he saw the vet....not a criticism of you...but the edges of the wound quickly "die" and would effectively need to be cut back further to enable suturing to be effective...your vet may have thought that it would be better to leave it in this instance. I have seen larger wounds that have not been stitched but kept clean they have healed well...it may take a little while though. Quote <p>"One day I hope to be the person my dog thinks I am"Sadi's Pet Pages Sadi's Greyhound Data PageMulder1/9/95-21/3/04 Scully1/9/95-16/2/05Sadi 7/4/99 - 23/6/13 CroftviewRGT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytloves Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 I've had wounds that have been a day before stitching with no worries, it does make the spots heal faster, but that looks as if it may be in a spot where it would pull. I'm on the fence, some of those size wounds I have stitched, some not and used hydrotherapy to heal, but that takes a lot longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 oy! I would have that stitched sending healing hugs!! Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracegirl Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 That's right on the fence for the size of wound I'd have stitched. Not in a good location either. Tough call. I'd probably slap some EMT gel on it and call it a day, but only you know what you are comfortable with. If the vet says no stitches, I'd tend to trust him. Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytluck Posted March 8, 2009 Author Share Posted March 8, 2009 (edited) I didn't end up taking him back to the vets, I called the e vet and explained the wound the best I could. They suggested I just continue with what my vet has done. Wally doesn't seem bothered by it at all so I'll just try to keep it as clean as I can. Edited March 8, 2009 by greytluck Quote Hobbes-Ricard Hatch09/23/99-12/21/09 Always loved, never forgotten. Wally TNJ Boy Howdy, GLS Genuinerisk Corinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 I didn't end up taking him back to the vets, I called the e vet and explained the wound the best I could. They suggested I just continue with what my vet has done. Wally doesn't seem bothered by it at all so I'll just try to keep it as clean as I can. That's great that it's not bothering him. And I'm sure making the call made you feel better Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 You could get a bottle of Colloidal Silver (over here we can get this in a health food store) and you want a bottle which comes with a dropper. Just a couple of drops on the wound daily should really aid with the healing. Quote Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest myneedlenose Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 Get in touch with kjw on GRA, I know she has colloidal silver in her arsenal and I'm sure she would be happy to send you some. I keep a bottle on hand in case of open wounds to kill of any nasty bacteria that might linger around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 Oh boy....that looks sore. Heal swiftly sweetie. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 I"m not a run to the vet fast kind of person, mostly because it's very expensive and time wouldn't always allow it. My dogs have had injuries, only several over the last 20 years or so, that were silver dollar sized and smaller that I've treated with PSO and keep them from licking them and they've always healed up very well without issue and left little to no scarring. I use t-shirts to keep them from worrying the wound and usually within about 7-10 days it's all gone. (t shirt goes over head and a knot tied around the tuck area to keep it on, front legs go out the sleve holes, Wally's wound might be a little to far back for that, but worth a try) Keep an eye on it and keep him from licking and keep it dry. And of course give him tons of loving!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytloves Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Just checking in, how is Wally doing? I just love that little bald butt picture! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mike Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 I have chosen to not stitch wounds this size before and slightly larger. It's a difficult location to stitch. You will see how it will slowly close, layer by layer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LindsaySF Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Ouch! How did that happen? You might want to try some Granulex if it doesn't seem to be healing. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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