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Very hard question to answer. If you have to ask, then Yes you do need a vet.
Many small scrapes and cuts can be treated by a horse person, with knowledge.
Some injuries can be in an important spot or deeper, possible tendon issues.
Did the injury just happen, or has the horse been getting dirt and flies in an open wound for days or a week?....call the vet.
As a horse owner, when the Vet comes out, you get to help, so you do learn along the way.
But the horse may need stitches, antibiotics, etc. that the Vet has.
What else can I help you with?
What dental attention do Tennessee walking horses need?
Usually the same as other breeds of horses.
Can you use sodium chloride flush on a dog wound?
Not recommended; ask a veterinary doctor.
Why do horses need a tetanus shot after injury?
Horses need a booster shot for Tetanus because the bacteria could have gotten into the wound and cause and infection which would be fatal to the horse.
How sharp are stingrays tails?
Very sharp and serrated. They can inflict a nasty wound that will need medical attention.
What do horses like best?
A loving owner and attention, let your horses be a happy one! they also need the necessary food amount and grooming.
Do you need to seek immediate veterinary attention if your dog needs his anal glands expressed?
Yes, don't hold off as they can get inflammed.
Horses hind leg cut hot and limping?
Call a veterinarian and give him a complete description of the age and of the injury and follow his advice. Follow normal first aid procedures such as cleaning and disinfecting the wound. Keep it covered if possible and if the cut does not need stitches it will need cleaning and an antibiotic salve applied at least daily.
What education will you need to become a veterinarian in the United Kingdom?
You will need to complete the curriculum at a School of Veterinary Medicine and receive a Bachelor's in Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Science.
What care do horses need for their teeth?
Horses need little attention to their teeth. They tend to not out-live their teeth. Unusual damage or injury should be addressed by a veterinarian specializing in horses. If the teeth are irregular they can be leveled and smoothed by using a file. This process is called "floating the teeth". See the link.
What is a horse called if it does not take much attention?
A horse that does not require a lot of attention in terms of not needing lots of special food or constant attention by a veterinarian or farrier (horse shoer) generally is called "an easy keeper". But don't forget that horses are herd animals and need to have lots of attention from their herd mates (other horses) and lots of care and affection from those who own them. All horses need a safe environment, access to grass or hay, a constant supply of fresh water, daily attention, and periodic visits from the vet and the farrier.
What do i put on turtle carapace wound on aquatic turtle injurey?
You can use a diluted Betadine or iodine solution to clean the wound on the turtle's carapace. It is important to keep the wound clean and dry to prevent infection. If the wound appears to be deep or infected, it is best to consult a veterinarian for further treatment.
Why do you need to go a veterinary medicine school?
You would need to attend a school of veterinary medicine if you wanted to become a veterinarian.
