Bandage change

[Brittany0208]

Well, I was able to wrap Java's foot after applying some coconut oil on it. He hated the entire ordeal but I got it done and gave him lots of treats. My question is: how often should I change the adhesive gauze? Even if he hates it, I'll probably have his foot wrapped for about two weeks or longer until the redness is gone. I'll be taking him to a new vet next month in hopes of finding one that is ideal for us. He seems a little stressed right now, panting a little, so if I can avoid this with bandage changes, that would be better. So, how often should I change his bandage? And can you give me any advice so the next dressing isn't as stressful?
this picture was taken yesterday

 

[RawPasta]

Well, I was able to wrap Java's foot after applying some coconut oil on it. He hated the entire ordeal but I got it done and gave him lots of treats. My question is: how often should I change the adhesive gauze? Even if he hates it, I'll probably have his foot wrapped for about two weeks or longer until the redness is gone. I'll be taking him to a new vet next month in hopes of finding one that is ideal for us. He seems a little stressed right now, panting a little, so if I can avoid this with bandage changes, that would be better. So, how often should I change his bandage? And can you give me any advice so the next dressing isn't as stressful?
View attachment 279559 this picture was taken yesterday

Change when soiled, obviously. But then I'd say every other to every 3 days. Hopefully someone else can weigh in.
Also, be sure he's getting enough vitamin a, e, and c, biotin, calcium, and D3. Fingers crossed it gets better asap!

 

[RawPasta]

Also, is it something a vet could treat with laser therapy? I really have no idea, just tossing the thought out there. They used laser therapy on a large wound on my nanday after his dog bite and it helped to heal faster.

 

[Brittany0208]

Change when soiled, obviously. But then I'd say every other to every 3 days. Hopefully someone else can weigh in.
Also, be sure he's getting enough vitamin a, e, and c, biotin, calcium, and D3. Fingers crossed it gets better asap!

He gets red palm oil, leafy greens, amaranth, quinoa, carrots, butternut squash, lentils, red, yellow and orange bell peppers, carrot tops, and Harrison's High Potency every few days. Would laser therapy burn off the redness? How would that work?
EDIT: I also have a Featherbrite light that I use everyday from 8 am to 3 pm.

 

[RawPasta]

He gets red palm oil, leafy greens, amaranth, quinoa, carrots, butternut squash, lentils, red, yellow and orange bell peppers, carrot tops, and Harrison's High Potency every few days. Would laser therapy burn off the redness? How would that work?
EDIT: I also have a Featherbrite light that I use everyday from 8 am to 3 pm.

They did a cold laser therapy. I can check the invoice when I get done work (might be at 8pm though). To be honest, I'm not positive how it works but the vet recommended it. I just wanted to do anything to get the collar off faster, so we agreed to it.

 

[Hankmacaw]

here is an article about cold laser therapy for birds. The people that I know who have used it for their birds have been quite pleased with the results.

Cold Laser Therapy is for the Birds- LITERALLY! | Pacific Laser Therapy Centers- Premier Smoking Cessation, Chronic Pain and Stress Management for the 21st Century!

 

[Hankmacaw]

Amazon sells several for home use for animals.

Amazon.com: cold laser therapy device for dogs: Health & Household

 

[Brittany0208]

Amazon sells several for home use for animals.

Amazon.com: cold laser therapy device for dogs: Health & Household

Oh really? I thought it was something that had to be done in a clinic. Going to check it out now!

 

[rocky'smom]

@Monica

 

[Brittany0208]

Java ripped off the bandage as I was putting him to bed. Is there a way to combat this?

 

[RawPasta]

Java ripped off the bandage as I was putting him to bed. Is there a way to combat this?

The only thing I can think of is a collar, and if you don't have to do one, don't. It makes them agitated and getting around is really difficult. I was so thankful to get ours off after 16 days

 

[rocky'smom]

That is pretty normal ripping off the bandage. You could try a cone, but because he is missing a leg, it might jack up his balance. Talk to vet about it