My dog has a bleeding, oozing sore on her leg. What's wrong?

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My dog has a sore on the back of her leg close to her paw. It's been bleeding and it seems to be oozing a clear fluid as well. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 7 months and 28 days old | 40 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Ouch! Poor Lola! First thing you need to do is prevent her from licking it. If she continues to lick it will only get worse. You can place a cone collar on her to prevent this. Since it is bleeding and oozing a fluid, I am really concerned it is infected or something might be stuck in there. I would have your vet take a look at it. Your vet can properly clip and clean it and start her on the proper medicine to help her heal. They can even take an X-ray if needed. I hope this helps and she starts to feel better soon.

My dog has a bleeding, oozing sore on her leg. What's wrong?

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