Beaphar Wound Ointment 30 grams for Rodents, Rabbits and Birds

Beaphar Wound Ointment 30 grams for rodents, rabbits, and birds

Beaphar Wound Ointment 30 grams is a nourishing ointment for minor wounds, scrapes, and dry or damaged skin in pets. The ointment combines honey, turmeric, aloe vera, and essential oils to care for and cleanse the skin and support the skin's regenerative capacity.

When it comes to skin care products, DRD focuses primarily on gentle and appropriate use. Small, superficial spots can sometimes be effectively treated with a suitable ointment, but deep wounds, inflammation, bleeding sores, abscesses, severe itching, or rapidly worsening skin problems should always be consulted by a veterinarian. Therefore, use this ointment for the treatment of minor skin spots and not as a substitute for veterinary care when there is something more serious going on.

Pros of Beaphar Wound Ointment

✔ Treats small, superficial skin spots
✔ With honey, turmeric, aloe vera and essential oils
✔ Supports the natural recovery of the skin
✔ Helps keep the skin clean and supple
✔ Suitable for multiple pets
✔ Handy product for your pet's grooming cabinet

What do you use Beaphar Wound Ointment for?

Beaphar Wound Ointment is intended for the care of small superficial wounds, abrasions, dry skin, and damaged skin. The ointment helps cleanse the skin and supports the skin's healing process. This makes it a practical care product for pet owners who want to neatly care for minor skin blemishes.

In rodents and rabbits, small skin lesions can develop due to rubbing, scratching, rough surfaces, a minor abrasion, or skin damage. In birds, the ointment can also be used to support the recovery of the beak and legs. Additionally, the ointment can be used as part of the care for scaly face, also known as parakeet mange.

Pay close attention to the difference between a small skin spot and a serious skin problem. Do you see pus, a deep wound, swelling, a warm, painful spot, a lot of blood, maggots, severe itching, bald patches, or an animal that is lethargic or not eating? Then contact a veterinarian.

For which animals is Beaphar Wound Ointment suitable?

• Mouse: use only on small, superficial skin lesions and with extra caution due to its small size. Prevent the animal from licking up too much ointment.
• Dwarf hamster: suitable for small dry or damaged skin patches, provided the patch is superficial and the animal otherwise appears healthy.
• Hamster: to be used for minor scrapes or dry skin. Carefully check for any underlying issues, such as parasites or a wound infection.
• Gerbil: suitable for small skin patches. For gerbils, also pay attention to the sand bath, bedding, and furnishings if the skin or fur appears irritated.
• Dwarf granule: suitable for small, superficial skin lesions when the ointment is applied appropriately. Dwarf granules can vary in size, so always use a small amount.
• Rat: suitable for small abrasions or dry skin patches. With rats, also watch out for group members, scratches, scabs, and possible parasites.
• Guinea pig: suitable for small damaged skin patches. For scabs, itching, bald spots, or larger wounds, veterinary advice is recommended.
• Rabbit: suitable for small, superficial spots. Always consult a veterinarian immediately in case of bite wounds, wet skin, maggots, swelling, or loss of appetite.
• Chinchilla: use only cautiously on small skin patches and prevent the fur from remaining greasy or wet. In case of fur or skin problems, it is best to seek expert advice promptly.
• Degu: suitable for minor skin patches when the animal is otherwise fit. Also check group members and the environment if skin damage occurs.
• Birds: can be used to support the recovery of beak and legs and as part of the care for scaly face. Always keep nostrils clear.

Beaphar Wound Ointment is suitable for a wider range of pets, but on this page we primarily explain its use for rodents, rabbits, and birds. If in doubt about the skin, beak, paws, or general health, always seek veterinary advice first.

How do you use Beaphar Wound Ointment?

• Wash your hands before use.
• Gently clean the area to be treated with a clean, damp cloth.
• Apply a small amount of ointment to the skin.
• Use the ointment daily for 6 days, unless your veterinarian advises otherwise.
• Always keep nostrils clear, especially in birds and small animals.
• Avoid direct contact between the tube and the skin.
• Wash your hands after use.

It is better to use a thin layer than a thick one. For small animals, a minimal amount is often sufficient. After application, observe whether your animal excessively licks, scratches, or bites the area. Does the area become larger, redder, wetter, or more painful? If so, stop self-treatment and contact a veterinarian.

When to go to the vet immediately?

Contact a veterinarian in case of deep wounds, bite wounds, bleeding spots, swelling, pus, foul odor, maggots, severe itching, bald patches, pain, lethargy, or if your animal is eating less well. It is also wise to seek professional advice if a skin lesion is growing rapidly or does not improve after a few days.

With rabbits and guinea pigs, a dirty or wet rear end is especially important to check quickly. With birds, you must be extra careful around the beak, nostrils, eyes, and legs. With small rodents, a small wound can become serious more quickly due to their size, so do not wait too long if in doubt.

When not to use?

• Do not use on deep or severely bleeding wounds without veterinary advice.
• Do not use in case of pus, swelling, abscesses, or obvious inflammation without veterinary advice.
• Do not use in case of maggots or suspected maggot infestation; contact a veterinarian immediately.
• Do not apply to eyes, nostrils, mouth, or ears.
• Do not use when your animal is clearly sick, lethargic, or in pain without first seeking advice.
• Do not continue using if the spot worsens or the animal reacts severely to it.

Composition & product information

• Product: Beaphar Wound Ointment / Beaphar Derma+ Ointment
• Contents: 30 grams
• Form: ointment
• Use: minor wounds, dry skin, and damaged skin
• Key ingredients: honey, turmeric, aloe vera and essential oils
• Duration of use: daily for 6 days according to product information
• Suitable for: multiple pets, including rodents, rabbits, and birds

Ingredients

Aqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sunflower Oil, Glycerin, Zinc Oxide, Mel/Honey, Propolis, Sorbitol, Benzyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Aloe Vera, Lavendula Oil, Curcuma, Sodium Hydroxide.

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Store the ointment in a dry, cool place and out of reach of children. Close the tube tightly after use. Do not use the product after the expiry date on the packaging.

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Beaphar Wound Ointment 30 grams is a practical care product for small, superficial skin lesions in rodents, rabbits, and birds. Apply the ointment gently and thinly, keep the area clean, and seek veterinary advice if a wound becomes larger, deeper, more painful, or irritated.