What to do if your dog is bleeding
19 May 2023
Written by Dr. David Owen, BVMS CertAVP (ECC) MRCVS, Lead ECC Vet
Reviewed by Dr Jill McMaster BVM&S MBA MRCVS, Veterinary Surgeon and in-house expert at BorrowMyDoggy on 6 Jun 2023
David Owen, a veterinary surgeon from VetsNow Manchester, explains what to do when your dog is bleeding.
David answers the following questions:
- What if the wound is on a limb?
- Where are your dog's pressure points?
- What are the most important things to remember?
In an emergency we always recommend contacting your local or emergency veterinary surgery.
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