Journal of Veterinary and Applied Sciences

Abstract
Penile and preputial injuries in dogs present unique clinical challenges due to the vascularity, mucosal structure and susceptibility to contamination of the affected tissues. Optimal management requires preservation of function while minimizing complications such as infection, delayed healing and urethral damage. This case report describes the surgical management of a traumatic penile laceration in a two-year-old intact male Boerboel, and evaluated the adjunctive use of medical-grade honey in promoting the wound healing. Following a dog fight, the patient presented with preputial swelling and acute haemorrhage resulting from lacerations involving the glans penis. Surgical intervention included debridement of devitalised tissue and reconstruction of the penile mucosa using absorbable sutures, with urethral protection achieved via urinary catheterization. Postoperative management incorporated systemic antimicrobial and analgesic therapy, along with daily topical application of medical-grade honey. Clinical improvement was evident by day 5, with resolution of oedema and absence of discharges. Complete re-epithelialization and restoration of normal penile function were achieved by day 7, and no post-operative complications were observed during the six-month follow-up. The favourable outcome observed in the management of this case suggests that early surgical intervention combined with adjunctive honey-based therapy may enhance wound healing in penile injuries. The antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and pro-regenerative properties of medical-grade honey likely contributed to modulation of the wound microenvironment.

Keywords: Penis injuries; Wound healing; Honey (medical grade); Anti-bacterial agents; Dogs; Surgical procedures.

How to cite this article:
Fabiyi BO, Bolaji-Alabi FB, Oyetayo NS and Olatunji-Akioye AO (2026). Conservative surgical management of traumatic penile laceration in a dog, using adjunctive medical-grade honey: A case report. Journal of Veterinary and Applied Sciences, 16(2): 1733 – 1740.

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