Dog anal gland abscess: Can it heal? Vet cost? What if it ruptures?

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My dog has a anal glad abscess is there anything I can do to help her at home if I take her to the vet around how much do you think it'll cost I don't really have funds for the vet at this moment also can it heal by itself or will I need to take her to the vet is there anything I can give her to make it better and what do I do if it ruptures thanks in advance. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | 9 months and 28 days old | 7 lbs

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, Blu really needs a vet. I would get an ecollar for when this ruptures. It looks like it is going to rupture soon. This is not only painful and she should get pain meds but she also needs antibiotics for an infection. Here is a website with some suggestions on financial help for veterinary care. http://www.thejerseymoms.com/financial-help-for-veterinary-care/ Thank you for using PetCoach.

Dog anal gland abscess: Can it heal? Vet cost? What if it ruptures?

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