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My dog is going in for ACL surgery on Friday. Is there any good supplements I should add to her diet to help with healing? I heard CBD or fish oil were good.
Hi and thanks for using Boop by Petco! Sorry to hear that Nevaeh is going to have surgery this Friday. Great question regarding supplements. I would advise that you check out the following website- http://www.vrshealth.com/canine-products/?petcoach=1977951 Look at Canine Omega Benefits and Osteo TruBenefits I wish you and her the best of luck. I hope she does great.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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What’s the best way to treat the cut on my dog’s paw? We’ve been spraying it with the skin spray (pictured), bandages and wraps and doing our best to keep him from licking it. The inflatable donut was ineffective so we’ll pick up a cone today. Thanks
An e-collar (cone) will go a long way in aiding in healing. Keep it on until the wound is completely healed. Limit activity to just leash walks for elimination. Avoid excessive running jumping or rough play. Vetericyn Plus spray (https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/dog/dog-health-and-wellness/vetericyn-plus-wound-and-skin-care-for-dogs ) may also speed healing. You can find it in the local Petco.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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I would like to make a first aid kit for my cat and I would like to know what brands and items are good and effective?
Hi and thanks for posting on Boop by Petco! If you are interested in creating a first aide kit, I would recommend including the following items: 1. Gauze pads and rolls 2. Medical Tape 3. Antiseptic spray 4. Hydrogen Peroxide 5. An ice pack 6. Medical gloves (either latex or non latex) 7. Lubricant (petroleum jelly is ok) 8. Thermoeter 9. Scissors 10. Tweezers 11. Cotton Balls and Q-tips. 12. Sterile Saline Solution For any of the above, any brand will be okay. First aid kits are meant to be a temporary solution until Jackie can see her veterinarian. I hope this helps!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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Just saw this that my dog has. No idea of what it is, what can I put in it?
It looks he just scraped his pad. This is a minor injury. You can use this topical spray to assist with healing. ( https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/bird/bird-health-and-wellness/vetericyn-animal-wound-and-skin-care )
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She had a wond on her foot, it is small but deep. I cleaned it for several times with a needle. It is fulfilled by tiny rock and sand, which are everywhere in the back yard. There are colorless liquid coming out from it when I squeeze it. For her, it
Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! Sometimes, rest and some topical antiseptic such as Vetericyn wound spray are enough for minor wounds on the paw pads to heal. Vetericyn is available at most Petco locations and on Petco.com, so just apply as labeled topically; it is not harmful if small amounts are swallowed were she to lick it off of the area, though Alivas may need an Elizabethan collar to prevent her from licking the wound to allow it to heal. If the pain persists or the wound continues draining for longer than 1-2 more days, I would recommend having her seen by your Veterinarian, sooner if either her pain or the drainage worsen. Keep her activity level down until healed, especially off of rocks and other rough/sharp surfaces. I hope this helps!
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