My dog has a painful red bump with pus on his back. What to do?

Question

There is a red bump on my dogs back around his butt and it looks like something bit him maybe but we aren't very sure it has puss coming out of it he has been scratching at the spot for about 3 days but we just noticed the spot it is a hard spot and he seems in a lot of pain we don't know if it could be a cyst of a tumor but he is very tired and calm when usually he isn't. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 12 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

If there is pus coming out of it, I would be inclined to think that this bump on Bear is an abscess. It would cause him pain, and also cause him to be lethargy. I would take him into a vet either now or first thing in the morning to have this bump examined. If it is an abscess, it will need to be drained and flushed sterilely, and he will need antibiotics to treat the infection.

My dog has a painful red bump with pus on his back. What to do?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

Why is my new pet biting? Is she stressed or scared in her new home?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

My pet keeps scratching its ear. What's causing this problem?

My small pet is limping and can't bear weight. Should I see a vet?

My dwarf hamster has a shut eye and is limping. What should I do?

Share