30/05/2026
Welcome to the First Aid Series!
Many simple wounds can be managed at home. Wounds which are small and superficial (meaning you cannot see any structures deeper than the skin, such as fat or muscle), for example minor cuts, scratches, skin irritation, and grazes, can be managed with gentle over-counter antiseptics.
A common choice is Hypochlorous Acid, such as that found in 'Leucillin spray'. This formula has great antibacterial and antifungal properties, which unlike some antiseptics, doesn't sting and doesn't slow healing. We tend to advise spraying it onto the wound 3 times a day. This also can be used safely to clean wounds after surgery, such as if the area has gotten dirty.
And saliva is the main reason for wound infections, so put a buster collar on too!!
If the wound does seem large, deep, hot, swollen, red, painful, or oozy, please do book to be seen by a vet.
