Q: Just as when you remove a splinter from your own finger, not all splinter wounds on dogs need to be bandaged after removal. If the puncture wound is tiny, and the dog is now happy to stand on the paw, then do not bandage. Instead, ease back on his exercise for a couple of days, and bathe the paw in salty water after a walk in order to remove road grit.  If after two days the area looks dry and clean, there is no pus or smelly discharge, and he is walking soundly, then you can return to normal. Bandaging would be needed if the puncture hole is large, there is a smelly discharge from the hole, your dog still isn't fully placing weight on his paw after several minutes, or you are not confident that the whole of the splinter came out. Preventing infection will be very important after you have removed the splinter. To apply the ointment, place a thick coat of triple antibiotic ointment onto a clean, non-stick 2x2 gauze pad and gently press the pad against your dog’s paw. Alternatively, you can apply the ointment directly to the affected area on your dog's paw.  Neosporin is a triple antibiotic ointment for humans, but you can use it on your dog to treat the area from where you removed the splinter.  If you choose to apply the ointment directly to the paw, you will still need to press the gauze against the paw to keep the ointment in place. To do this, you will need two strips of adhesive tape that are several inches long. Rather than using Scotch tape, use the white adhesive tape that you can find at your local pharmacy. While still holding your dog’s paw up, attach one strip of tape on each side of the gauze and press the tape down on your dog’s leg several inches up from the wound. This should look something like a splint. Cotton gauze is a roll of white, non-stick gauze that is available at your local pharmacy. Keep your dog’s toes uncovered as you wrap the gauze, and continue to wrap it several inches up your dog's leg. Be careful not to wrap too tightly, since this could cut off circulation. Your dog’s toes will feel cold if there is no circulation. Wrapping too tightly could also cause your dog’s toes to swell. If you notice that you have wrapped the gauze too tightly, immediately loosen the gauze and wrap again more loosely.  Keeping the toes uncovered will allow you to see if they’re swollen or feel cold. If the gauze is too difficult to tear, use scissors to cut the gauze. The self-adhesive bandage will keep the cotton gauze in place. You can purchase this type of bandage at your local pharmacy. As with the cotton gauze, do not wrap this bandage too tightly. Cut the bandage with scissors if you are not able to tear it. Cover the bandage with a plastic bag when your dog goes outside to keep the bandage clean and dry. Your dog will probably try to do everything he can to remove the bandage, which could lengthen the wound-healing process. Other than keeping a close eye on him and stopping him when you see him chew at the bandage, you can put an Elizabethan collar (e-collar) around his neck. An e-collar is one of the most effective methods to keep a pet from bothering their bandage.  If he chews off the bandage, take this opportunity to inspect the affected area. If the area looks clean without signs of infection (redness, swelling, discharge), you probably will not need to reapply the bandage. If you are unsure, contact your veterinarian for advice. If your dog has managed to remove the bandage, he may have also licked the Neosporin. Neosporin can be toxic to dogs, causing signs such as vomiting, drooling, and loss of appetite. If you observe these signs after your dog has removed the bandage, contact the Pet Poison Hotline or your veterinarian immediately. The wound caused by a splinter is typically not very serious, so it is not necessary to keep the bandage on for an extended period of time. However, if you notice that the affected area hasn’t healed after several days, take your dog to your vet for closer examination.  When you remove the bandage and clean off the excess triple antibiotic ointment, the affected area should look clean without any swelling. You should not see any redness or any type of discharge coming from the wound. If you see swelling, redness, or discharge, it is quite possible that the wound has become infected. Take your dog to your vet for further treatment.
A: Determine if the paw needs to be bandaged. Apply triple antibiotic ointment to the affected area. Secure the gauze pad to your dog’s paw. Wrap cotton gauze around your dog’s paw. Wrap a self-adhesive bandage over the cotton gauze. Prevent your dog from removing the bandage. Remove the bandage after one to two days.

Q: The warm water will help unclog the pores and the face wash will help dissolve any dirt or oil. This will make the pimples easier to manage.  Consider using a face wash formulated for acne. Avoid anything alcohol-based, as it can dry out your skin and lead to breakouts. Avoid using anything with exfoliants or alcohol, as this can irritate or dry out your skin. If your skin becomes too dry, your body will produce extra oils, which will lead to even more acne. Use a soft towel, and gently pat your skin dry. Do not scrub your skin, or you might agitate the pimple. Dirty hands may transfer bacteria to your skin, which may result in more pimples and breakouts. Before you start applying the toothpaste, wash your hands well with soap and warm water. Not just any type of toothpaste will get rid of pimples. A plain, white toothpaste will be the most effective, but there are a few other things you should look for as well. Here are some things to get you started:  Choose a white-colored toothpaste. Make sure that it is a paste, and not gel. Consider getting a toothpaste that has baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, or menthol in it. Consider getting a toothpaste that has a minty flavor. It may have a slight cooling effect on your skin. Some types of toothpaste may actually do more harm to your pimple than good, while others just won't be effective at all. Here are some things to avoid when searching for the right toothpaste:  Do not use a gel toothpaste, as the ingredients in it will not be as effective and might actually worsen the pimple. Avoid anything that is colored or has a stripe through it, or has additives, such as cavity-fighting properties, whitening agents, or extra fluorides. Consider getting a mint-flavored. It might have a cooling effect. Toothpaste may help dry the pimple out, but it can make your acne worse and irritate your skin. Before your start tackling those pimples with toothpaste, consider applying toothpaste on just one pimple in an inconspicuous area on your face.
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Wash your face using warm water and a gentle face wash. Dry your face. Make sure that your hands are clean. Choose the right toothpaste. Know what sort of toothpaste to avoid. Be aware that toothpaste may not work for you.