Wound Treatment in Cerdocyon thous (crab-eating fox) Using Calcium and Silver Alginate Dressing-Case Report

Authors: Carolina Depelegrin* , Morel AP , Aguiar JF and Da Silva MH

DOI: 10.23880/izab-16000656

Volume 8, Issue 3

Abstract

The crab-eating fox (Cerdocyon thous) is a wild canid widely distributed in South America, inhabiting various biomes, including forested areas and grasslands. Wound dressings may be necessary since these canids are often brought up to rehabilitation after accidents such as vehicle collisions. The calcium alginate and silver dressing does not require daily replacement, thereby reducing the need for frequent handling of the animal. This case report describes the wound management protocol in a C. thous with a calcium alginate and silver dressing. Dressing changes were performed every 10 days and a total of 50 days were necessary for complete wound resolution. The use of the calcium alginate and silver-based biological dressing was effective and essential for wound healing in the crab-eating fox (C. thous), despite certain limitations. Therefore, further studies should be published to provide more information on the use of this dressing in the treatment of wounds in other species of wild animals.

Keywords: Canidae; Injury; Wildlife Collision; Bandage

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