My 6 month old puppy had a bacteria infection which caused a bunch of bumps to form on the top of her head. That is cured now, but from where she had been scratching it looks like one big scab.
What is the best way to get this to heal properly and quickly?
The solution is simple: Stop your dog scratching.
However, implementing the solution is the challenge.
Basically, every time you're with the dog you want to remain extra vigilant to make sure that she doesn't scratch it, distract her with something.
If you simply don't have the time to hawk eye your dog (as most don't), then it looks like a lampshade collar would be your best bet (they're available at most mid-size pet stores), which are something like:
My mother's Bichon had one of these in the past when she had a cut on her paw to stop her from licking it and breaking the scab and it is the only really practical and effective way of stopping your dog from scratching the scab.
I am not a veterinarian.
I have been told by my vet that antibiotic ointment (Neosporin / Polysporin) can be used on a canine cut, as long as:
From your description, the ointment won't be reachable by tongue. These ointments have been shown to provide slightly accelerated healing for humans on cuts and they can absorb through scabs; these should work just as well for dogs.
If you have further concerns, consult your vet.
Keep the buster collar on and try to apply animal friendly moisturiser, and clean off any loose scabs as these cause irritation
