Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

My dog has a serious abscess. What can I do at home without a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 24 days old | 65 lbs

My dog has an abscess which may have spread to her blood given the severblood. What if I can't get her veterinary attention. Is there anything I could do at home?

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 22nd, 2017

If she has an abscess than she will need an antibiotic to treat the infection. You clean the area with an antiseptic wound cleaner but it would be best if she saw a vet for an antibiotic. Depending on the abscess, she may need to be sedated and the abscess may need to be flushed and she also may need a drain to help with healing. Hope she gets better soon!

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored