What should I do if my dog’s mouth is broken? Hot topics and solutions across the Internet in 10 days
Recently, pet health issues have become the focus of heated discussions on social platforms. In particular, searches for topics related to "cracked corners of dogs' lips" have surged on Douyin, Xiaohongshu and other platforms. This article will combine hotspot data from the entire network in the past 10 days to provide structured solutions for pet owners.
1. Statistics of hot topics across the entire network (last 10 days)

| Platform | Amount of related topics | Hot search ranking | main focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douyin | 128,000 times | No. 3 on the pet list | home emergency response |
| little red book | 56,000 notes | TOP5 cute pets | Medication safety |
| #dogtraumatic#topic | Pet Super Talk No. 7 | Veterinary Q&A online | |
| Zhihu | 182 questions | Weekly ranking increased by 37% | Wound infection prevention |
2. Common causes of cracked corners of the mouth
According to the recent live broadcast data of Pet Doctor@Cutepaw Alliance:
| Reason type | Proportion | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| Trauma, scratches | 42% | Linear wounds, local redness and swelling |
| fungal infection | 28% | White edges and hair loss |
| nutritional deficiencies | 18% | Bilateral symmetrical rupture |
| allergic reaction | 12% | Accompanied by skin papules |
3. Emergency handling steps (the most liked plan on the entire network)
1.Clean the wound: Use normal saline to rinse to avoid alcohol irritation (recommended by 95% of veterinarians in Xiaohongshu)
2.Hemostatic measures: Press with sterile gauze for 3-5 minutes (Tik Tok popular video demonstration method)
3.Disinfection protection: Special iodophor for pets (high-voted answers on Zhihu emphasize that the concentration must be ≤0.5%)
4.Prevent licking: Wearing an Elizabethan circle (87% of Weibo users chose the soft model)
4. Medication Safety Guidelines
| drug type | Recommended brands | Frequency of use | Taboo |
|---|---|---|---|
| topical gel | Kelu gel | 2 times a day | avoid eyes |
| Oral anti-inflammatory | Sono tablets | Take according to body weight | Not allowed for pregnant dogs |
| Nutritional supplements | B vitamins | 1 time a day | Do not exceed dosage instructions |
5. When do you need medical treatment?
According to the 10-day admissions data released by @pethospital emergency department:
| red flag | Ratio of doctor visits | potential problems |
|---|---|---|
| Bleeding won't stop | 31% | blood vessel damage |
| Purulent fever | 27% | bacterial infection |
| refuse to eat | 22% | Oral lesions |
| Wound enlargement | 20% | immune system diseases |
6. Popular suggestions for preventive measures
1.Tableware selection: Use ceramic or stainless steel bowls instead (plastic bowls can easily breed bacteria)
2.Prune regularly: Too long hair around the mouth can easily hide dirt and evil (top recommendations from Douyin pet beauticians)
3.diet modification: Supplement Omega-3 fatty acids (highly recommended by Zhihu’s veterinary medicine column)
4.behavior modification: Training to avoid biting hard objects (serial tutorials for dog trainers in Xiaohongshu)
Recent popular cases show that about 79% of mouth corner problems can be improved within 3-5 days through early and correct treatment. But special attention should be paid: If it is accompanied by increased eye and nose secretions or listlessness, it may indicate major diseases such as canine distemper, and you must seek medical treatment in time.
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