How to treat dog injection site swelling? My retriever has a lump.

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Suggest a gel or medicine for post injection swelling for my seven year old retriever. Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Cookie! I'm sorry but I'll need a bit more information to be helpful: 1) what injection did Cookie receive? 2) where is the post injection swelling? 3) What does it look like? 4) How is Cookie acting in regards to the swelling Some vaccinations cause harmless lumps that go away, specifically the Rabies. If the swelling has ruptured the best thing to do is use an Elizabethan collar (cone) or donut to prevent her from licking, shave the fur away, clean it with warm water and a gentle soap twice daily and apply a triple antibiotic ointment. Honestly though if the injection site ruptured I recommend seeing your Vet. I hope this helps but please repost with more info if you can. Have a good day!

How to treat dog injection site swelling? My retriever has a lump.

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