Negative pressure wound therapy is a respected treatment method in human patients with acute andchronic wounds. The local application of negative pressure stimulates the blood fl ow and the formation ofhealthy granulation tissue, and also evacuates exudate. Worldwide, there is a growing interest in the applicationof negative pressure wound therapy in companion animals. Promising results have been reportedalthough more research is necessary to study the effects of this treatment in dogs and cats. A thoroughevaluation of the applicability and the advantages of negative pressure wound therapy in companion animalsis recommended.