[Gpdd] [HEALTH] Bumblefoot and hydrogen peroxide

[Ann Evans]

Dear Sandy
Yes hydrogen peroxide is ok to use on open sores. In fact in the UK 
hydrogen peroxide comes in 6.0% concentration compared to the 3.0% which 
is sold in the USA. I personally always use povidone iodine 10% 
(Betadine solution) after the hydrogen peroxide flush since it has both 
anti fungal and anti biotic properties.
I am aware that there are differing opinions  regarding using hydrogen 
peroxide to clean wounds. Some vets prefer to use Chlorhexidine skin 
cleansers instead of hydrogen peroxide. Whatever ones uses it is 
important to clean the wound throughly before packing the wound with 
healing ointment. I only use hydrogen peroxide on foot sores. Abscess 
are flushed first with sterile solution and then with Baytril or Flagyl.

Cheers,

Ann and the Rescued Piggys of Piggyville, Tampa Florida USA.