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Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 9 years old | 16 lbs
it looks like coco has an absese by her behind what can i do about it thanks
1 Answer
Published on September 1st, 2018
This could be an anal gland abscess. You need to take Coco to your vet or a petER today, as this is a very painful condition. The vet will check both anal sacks, evacuate them and flush the abscessed one. He will instill some antibiotic ointment and prescribe pain medication for your dog.
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