Severe Erythema and Pruritus
Severe Erythema and Pruritus KeraVet Gel helped support a successful clinical outcome History: Levi, a 5-year-old MN Golden Retriever, developed severe erythema following an ultrasound laboratory. The initial lesion was likely the result of clipper irritation compounded by approximately 2 hours of probe pressure and prolonged moisture exposure from ultrasound gel. Over the following 24 […]
Lick Granuloma Following IV Catheter Placement
Lick Granuloma Following IV Catheter Placement KeraVet Gel supports healing and reduces self-trauma Patient: Middle-aged, female labradoodle Clinical Findings: Following a routine dental cleaning, this highly anxious patient began persistently licking the shaved IV catheter site shortly after returning home. The self-trauma quickly progressed to a lick granuloma with serous discharge, raising concerns about delayed […]
Post-Prep Dermatitis in Canine Neuter
Post-Prep Dermatitis in Canine Neuter Successfully managed with KeraVet Gel History and Clinical Findings: Mattingly, 1 y.o. Lab mix, developed a topical skin reaction during surgical prep for a routine neuter. Shortly after being scrubbed for surgery, Mattingly developed severe erythema of the scrotal skin, despite the area not being shaved, simply suggesting sensitive skin. […]
Post-Surgical Lick Management Without E-collar
Post-Surgical Lick Management Without E-collar Successfully managed using KeraVet Gel History: Lucy, a 12-year-old FS Labrador mix, presented for post–knee surgery (hardware removal). Unlike prior recoveries, she persistently licked her incision for 1 week. Her pet parent, one of the hospital’s long-time LVTs, declined E-collar use because of Lucy’s age and the desire to keep […]
Non-healing Pressure Wound in a Partially Paralyzed Cat
Non-healing Pressure Wound in a Partially Paralyzed Cat KeraVet Gel supported healing in persistent tarsal joint wound History: Aspen, 14 y.o. MN DSH cat, is partially paralyzed and primarily drags his hind limbs, putting him at risk for pressure-related wounds. Clinical Findings: Aspen developed a sore on the right rear limb at the tarsal joint […]
Dehisced Incision Following Spay
Dehisced Incision Following Spay KeraVet Gel supported non-surgical healing and tissue repair History: Lexie, a 1.5-year-old FS German Shepherd Dog, underwent ovariohysterectomy on 11/10/25. Clinical Findings: On 11/14/25, Lexie’s owner reported concern for partial opening of the incision and sent a picture for evaluation (Day 4). KeraVet Gel was started TID. No antibiotics were prescribed. […]
Pedal Furunculosis
Pedal Furunculosis KeraVet Gel supported healing Tank, a 9 y.o. MN yellow Labrador retriever (50 kg; BCS 5.5/9) with allergies and diabetes, has struggled with poor-healing pedal furunculosis. Since incorporating KeraVet Gel, the client reports significant improvement in the management of his difficult-to-close interdigital lesions. KeraVet Gel’s built-in lick deterrent and ease of application have […]
Management of Tail Self-Trauma in Canine Patient
Management of Tail Self-Trauma in Canine Patient KeraVet Gel supported resolution of tail dermatitis in 7 days History: 8-year-old female spayed Border Collie mix with a 1-week history of chewing at her tail. Pet parent reported the dog repeatedly removed or avoided wearing an E-collar, making it difficult to prevent continued self-trauma. Physical Exam: Localized […]