Klaus got hurt [i need some help]

[RAWR]

our German Shepherd Klaus has a hurt paw, and I have no idea what to do for him

my step dad pulled out a metal shard out of this pad, and its not bleeding anymore
hes still limping and he keeps giving me this look

what more can i do for him?

 

[ChooksChick]

Slather it in antibiotic ointment so it doesn't get infected. That will help him, even if he doesn't know it will.

 

[RAWR]

i put some Neo on there

 

[farmgirlie1031]

You could very loosely wrap it with vetwrap. He might or might not like it. Some dogs will chew the wrap off while others don't seem to mind it at all. it will help keep dirt out of the wound as it heals.

 

[bock]

There could be more stuck in there. I think you should take him to the vet.

 

[Rusty Hills Farm]

Metal? Is his tetanus up to date?

Rusty

 

[Slinkytoys]

You could soak it in some epsom salts and warm water.
Slinky

 

[Tala]

Quote:
Tetanus can infect ANY puncture wound....I don't think it really has anything to do with metal specifically.