What is the purpose of an occlusive dressing for a chronic wound?
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- Before usung an occlusive dressing like antibiotic ointments, you should irrigate the wounds with plain warm water. Do this daily. If the wounds are just superficial, antibiotic ointment should be fine. If the cuts are deep, the dog may need systemic antibiotics to prevent deeper infection.
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