Fish Skin Graft Saves Dog
Dr Yadav explained that treatment options for dogs suffering from toxic sepsis infections had been limited until now.
Hyderabad: A Hyderabad‑based veterinary doctor has given a new lease of life to a pet dog by using an innovative fish-skin grafting procedure. The dog, whose skin was 50 per cent damaged due to a severe sepsis infection, was treated with processed fish skin by Dr Venkat Yadav, founder and chief veterinary doctor at a private hospital.
Dr Yadav explained that treatment options for dogs suffering from toxic sepsis infections had been limited until now. By adopting regenerative methods, sterilised and carefully cleaned fish skin was grafted onto the infected area. Rich in natural collagen, omega fatty acids, and bioactive compounds, the fish skin acted as a temporary substitute, adhering to the wound, retaining moisture, and promoting faster healing.
“This treatment accelerates recovery, reduces pain, and prevents infection, contributing to natural tissue regeneration,” Dr. Yadav said.
Prof. Lakshman, former principal of the Government Veterinary College, described the procedure as a “game‑changer” in veterinary wound care. “Successfully performing fish skin grafting on a dog places India on the world map of advanced veterinary treatments. This breakthrough not only saved a life but also ushered in a new era in world‑class veterinary medicine,” he said.
Veterinary expert Dr Shireen added that the technique could redefine standards of care for burn injuries, infections, and complex wound cases in animals.