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Biting paws

2017-03-28 07:35:01
3 years old. Desi breed. Repeatedly licks and bites continuously in the same area. Unable to stop such habit. Kindly advise as to what can be done.
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It is small infection not any major issue but u have to clean it daily with liquid betadiene and apply soframycin ointment two times daily for 3-4 days and keep the area dry and after applying ointment just play with your dog or take him for a short walk to avoid licking.

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