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Hello all,

I picked up my dog from the kennel today after being away for four days and when I got home I noticed she had poop stuck on her fur around her tail and bum. She got out on the grass and started scraping herself. I brought her in and bathed her immediately to discover she had scraped herself raw trying to get it off. She is now all clean and I washed her with shampoo and antibacterial soap, but I don't know whether to leave the skin as is or whether I should use some sort of antibacterial cream on her scraped tail and bum area?

I live in a remote area and we have no vet here. The nearest vet is a four hour drive away.

If anyone has any suggestions, I'd sure be appreciative.

Thanks in advance,
Esoteric2me

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I'd put on a little antibacterial cream to discourage infection, just for a few days. Is it antibiotic as well? I'd wash the area every time she goes with plain water, and then put on a very small amount of cream. Try to prevent her from scooting or licking (tough, I know) until the skin begins to look healthy again.
Poor thing. Some kennel!

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Badger I will try that. I'm thinking that is likely a good treatment to help prevent infection. Yes, I felt so bad for my little dog...I'm glad to be home.

In appreciation,
Esoteric2me

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I would rub a little antibiotic ointment on it a few times a day. Otherwise just keep it clean, and make sure she doesnt rub it any more, and it should be ok.

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I appreciate your response...

This site is a great resource for pet owners.

Esoteric2me

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