Why is my dog's hip lump swollen, painful, and bursting with pus?

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My dog has a large lump on her left hip near her butt it's swollen and has burst once and alot of pus and blood came out and it is swollen up again what could cause this and what can I do to help her it is to soar to touch her vaginal area is also swollen. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 10 years and 9 months old | 40 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I would be concerned that Layla has an abscess if it is filled with pus and blood. this will be very painful to her, and she needs to see a vet as soon as possible for it. She will need it drained if it has swollen up again, and she will also need antibiotics to treat the infection. Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. The vet can give her pain medications as needed. As for the swollen vaginal area, she could be suffering from vaginitis which is inflammation of the vagina. This is more common in spayed females, and something that will need to be examined and treated by a vet as well.

Why is my dog's hip lump swollen, painful, and bursting with pus?

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