My 8mo boxer pup has lick granuloma any ideas on how to deter his urge to lick infected area?

you need to understand the cause of lick granuloma. there are many causes. it could be emotional stress--someone's death or someone leaving, being jealous or unhappy. it could also be a physical stress. bandaging is not a efficient solution--and in the long run i don't think it will work. You can go to your vet and he will give you a ointment to put on the dog. this may work. also if it is an emoti stress try to find out what it is, and take away or try to cure this emotional stress. the bottom line is there is no guranteed cure for lick granuloma, though the ointment, vet, or emotional relief may and hopefully help. Good Luck. I hope you can find a cure that suites your dog.