[GarterGuy]

Looks like you've gotten some really good advice from James so far Nick. He's very right as far as the big thing here is going to be cleanliness. The wound looks like it's just the skin has been torn away and you're seeing muscle below it. This should heal and I would definitely give him some time (and it will take SOME time) to see how he does. The big thing now is to watch for any infection and just keep things as clean as possible. Very good idea with the towel too......it'll be good to give him some time to settle down from the injury. I know I've found some garters in the wild with some pretty horrific, healed, injuries....so there is hope for your little guy yet. Good luck with him.

Roy