After the decision has been made "to stitch or not to stitch," treatment of most types of wounds is the same...thoroghly clean the wound and then dress it properly. If the wound is large, deep, or contaminated, antibiotics may be required to fight infection within. Tetanus toxoid or antitoxin injections are also recommended.

When in doubt, consult your veterinarian!

A "healing environment" is created when the wound is clean and the natural flora, necessary for cell regeneration, is not destroyed through use of harsh chemicals or antibiotic ointments. We do not recommend using any other topicals in conjuction with Schreiner's because their chemical nature can actually inhibit the healing process.

Wrapping the wound may be necessary, particularly in the early phase of treatment or if there is bleeding. It is critical that the wound be allowed to "breathe." If you must bandage, use gauze and porous tape, and do not wrap the wound so tight as to prevent adequate circulation.

Recommended procedures:

• Thoroughly wash wounds, using cold water under pressure, to remove any scab and discharge.
• Apply Schreiner's liberally to the wound and surrounding area twice daily. Spraying the surrounding area soothes the trauma and helps to keep flies away.
• Every third or fourth day, thoroughly cleanse wound with cold water under pressure ( a garden hose with a nozzle attached works great)
• Continue treatment for six to eight weeks (until wound area begins to look more like a superficial problem)
• Finish by simply applying Schreiner's daily until the area is totally healed and the hair returned.