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My Rottweiler puppy's cheek is swollen and oozing. Is it an abscess?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Female | unspayed | 10 months and 28 days old | 56 lbs

Came home to my Rottweiler puppy with the left side of her cheek swollen she had a scab on it prior near where the whiskers are on the side of her face this scab has now turn into a swollen left side of the face that is oozing and when I touch it, it oozes more (should I lightly press in the area and drain it) what is and and how should I treat it..would have attached photos but it would not let me. The inside of her mouth is also fine has not marks or cuts.

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 12th, 2017

Poor Xarina. This sounds like she had an initial puncture wound that has now turned into an abscess. This not only should be drained using sterile procedures through your vet but she will also need to be placed on antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medicaiton. This cannot be managed at home unfortunately. If you cannot get it your vet until morning, then placing a cold compress on the area for 5-10 minutes may help some. I would then allow it to drain on its own because this area is likely very sore and also you have the potential to cause transfer of bacteria into nearby vessels, which can cause sepsis if you don't follow up right away with some type of antibiotic or internal flush (usually under sedation). Letting you vet properly care for this on tomorrow is the best option for Xarina's care. There are many regular vet hospitals open on the weekend, so google search for some in your area. I hope that she is able to make a full and speedy recovery. Best of luck at the vet on tomorrow.

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