How to comfort my dog with a painful lump before her vet appointment?

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My dog has what I believe to be an abscess in the inside of her left front leg. At this point, it is just a lump that is causing her noticeable pain. I have an appointment with a vet on Monday. Is there something I can do to ease her discomfort until then? Pet's info: Dog | Australian Cattle Dog | Female | spayed | 10 years and 7 months old | 55 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Lola! Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. I would keep her as quiet as possible, confining her to a small room so she doesn't move around too much and be in pain. Take her out to toilet on a lead only, and bring her right back in when she's done. Bringing her into the vet on Monday is the right thing to do.

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