Before we give Jim too much grief he has a point, somewhat. A big factor in whether that deer will heal or not is how warm it is as far as flies and bacteria goes. I know here is PA it has been very warm for the time of year and I would be skeptical as to whether that wouldheal or not. I don't know the weatherin NY so he may heal or he may not. If I thought he would not heal then I would shoot him (in this case he wouldn't be legal for me to shoot in PA, 3 point rule).