Spinal fractures are usually caused by a trauma such as a car accident, fall or running into a door. The symptoms vary depending on the severity of the fracture and the presence of a dislocated vertebrae. Swelling related to the injury may also place pressure on the spine, worsening symptoms. In mild cases, the dog's back may be sore or painful and he may experience muscle weakness. In severe cases, dogs may lose control of their bladders and bowels and be paralyzed.
Follow On: Erythromycin eye ointment is a prescription antibiotic which can be used in dogs for eye and eyelid infections. Dogs can easily develop eye infections due to a series of factors: bacteria, foreign matter, irritants, the Lyme disease, herpes virus or other factors.
YES! a triple antiobiotic ointment is perfectly fine to put on your dog's ear...even if the other dog licks it off, they will be fine! Just wash the ear with some antibacterial soap, rinse and pat dry! Then apply the ointment...you should apply the ointment 3 times daily until scabbed over.