Health & WellbeingDog's skin detaching after abscess. Should I let him lick or bandage?
Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco! I am so sorry that Nanna is so sick! It sounds like he has a severe skin infection or abscess that is causing septicemia. The skin is dying from the infection. It may take time for the skin to all fully declare itself. Once that happens hopefully the skin can be closed primarily or with a skin flap. But if it can't be maybe amputation of the limb is possible. I would not let Nanna lick the leg and I do not recommend bandaging it unless that is what your Vet recommends. Bandaging such a severe wound would require daily bandage changes and special bandage material that wouldn't allow the skin to stick to it. I would recommend using an Elizabethan collar (cone) or donut to prevent licking. I wish you both the best of luck! http://pet-supplies.drsfostersmith.com/search?w=elizabethan%20dog%20collar
Updated on September 24th, 2025