Dog attack, what smell indicates infection? How to keep her from pecking open wound.

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Can you get some chlorhexidene (Hibiclens) in the first aid aisle of your Walmart or pharmacy. Mix it with water (the label will say how much) and cleanse the wound, then dry it. Apply some plain Neosporin ointment after cleaning it twice a day. Infection smells like you would think—foul or rotten. Call your vet and tell them what is happening, and ask about them about ordering another antibiotic. Clavamox probably would be good. Stitches are removed after 10-14 days, but if the wound is coming apart, they may need to stay longer. You will either need to remove them or take her to the vet. Normally, they don’t charge for removing stitches, so ask.

Thank you! I am familiar with Hibiclens, I will pick some up. Her stitches were scheduled to come out the 19th. I’ll call the vet in the morning. I was hoping to avoid bringing her back but it may be inevitable.