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What kind of sock do you suggest and should I put ointment on it before I but the sock on.

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You can use any childrens sock as a base, but I don't recommend any ointment at all. Just a piece of gauze over the wound, the sock as a base, then tape or some other wrap around the sock to hold it all in place, taped to the fur with surgical or other medical tape, if possible.

Dr. Karen

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Expert:	Karen Purcell
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Answered:	2/8/2009

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20+ years experience as a veterinarian and cat owner.

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What kind of sock do you suggest and should I put ointment on it before I but the sock on.

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You can use any childrens sock as a base, but I don't recommend any ointment at all. Just a piece of gauze over the wound, the sock as a base, then tape or some other wrap around the sock to hold it all in place, taped to the fur with surgical or other medical tape, if possible. Dr. Karen

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You can use any childrens sock as a base, but I don't recommend any ointment at all. Just a piece of gauze over the wound, the sock as a base, then tape or some other wrap around the sock to hold it all in place, taped to the fur with surgical or other medical tape, if possible.

Dr. Karen