Hyderabad: In a pioneering medical feat, Hyderabad-based Pets Care Super Specialty Hospitals has successfully saved a dog whose skin was nearly '50 per cent damaged by a severe sepsis toxic infection', using an innovative 'fish skin grafting procedure' - a first-of-its-kind treatment in Indian veterinary medicine. Revealing the breakthrough, Dr. Venkat Yadav, Founder and Chief Veterinary Doctor of Pets Care Super Specialty Hospitals, said the procedure has opened a new chapter in advanced animal healthcare. 

“Treatment options for such severe sepsis-related skin damage were extremely limited. By adopting regenerative techniques using processed fish skin, we were able to accelerate healing, reduce pain, and prevent secondary infections”, he explained. Addressing a press conference at Deshoddaraka Bhavan, Basheer Bagh, Dr. Venkat explained that the sterilized and processed fish skin, rich in natural collagen, omega fatty acids and bioactive compounds, was grafted onto the affected area after debridement. 

Acting as a 'temporary skin substitute', it adhered naturally to the wound, retained moisture and promoted faster tissue regeneration. The rare and complex procedure has drawn attention from both veterinary and medical communities, marking a significant advancement in regenerative veterinary medicine in India. Professor Lakshman, former Principal of the Government Veterinary College, termed the procedure a 'game-changer' in the treatment of complex wounds and sepsis-related infections in animals. 

“This achievement places India on the global map of advanced veterinary treatments and heralds a new era of world-class animal healthcare”, he noted. Veterinary expert Dr. Shireen also lauded the effort, stating that the innovation could redefine standards of care for burn injuries, infections and complex wound cases in animals. "Pets deserve the same quality of medical care as humans. 

This procedure has not only saved a life but expanded the horizons of veterinary medicine in India”, she said. With this success, Pets Care Super Specialty Hospitals continues to strengthen its reputation as a Centre of innovation, clinical excellence and hope for pet owners facing critical medical challenges.