Applying firm pressure is one of the first steps you should take as you head to the vet. Once you're at the vet office, they'll be able to tell how deep the wound in and recommend to you what steps to take next. Give your pup lots of love during this time as he will be confused as to what is going on.

Bite wounds are puncture wounds and while they may appear small they can spell big trouble for your dog. Because the surface wound is usually small it tends to heal fast, trapping the bacteria in the deep wound. This creates an ideal environment for some bacteria to grow and result in an abscess.

How to control dog bleeding from bite wound
Control any bleeding by applying a clean towel or washcloth to the wound and apply firm pressure.

Have a vet evaluate dog bite wound
Seek immediate veterinary attention to evaluate the wound. Your vet will look to see how deep it is, judge how much dead space is involved and make recommendations for treatment. Typically one of two things will happen, your vet will clean the wound and prescribe antibiotics or if the wound is deep it may need a surgical drain.

How to clean a superficial dog wound
If the wound is superficial, start the cleaning process by applying a small amount of KY jelly (or other water-based lubricant) into the wound and clipping the fur around the wound. Once the fur is clipped, clean the wound thoroughly with a chlorhexidene or betadine solution.

Home care for dog wound
Home care involves cleaning the wound gently with hydrogen peroxide moistened gauze three or four times a day and then applying a small amount of a triple antibiotic ointment such as Neosporin to the wound.

Even though this is a serious health scare for you and your pooch, you'll know how to offer tips to other pet owners who may find themselves in a similar situation in the future. What's more, as Fido's wounds start to heal you need to watch them carefully for infection. Keep it clean and don't allow your pooch to itch it. Otherwise, that will slow down the healing process. For more tips on bite wounds, visit Cesar's Way.