My dog's tail has scabs and pus. Can I treat this infection at home?

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Hello. My dog seems to have some kind of infection on his tail. It’s really two spots within a close distance that are scabbing but also have this yellow colored thing which I think is pus possibly. My boyfriend squeezed it just a little and said a little blood came out. Trying to gage if this is a need to see Vet ASAP or if we can try something at home first to heal it. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 1 year old | 80 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Looks like an infection but I don't know what the underlying cause is. If he doesn't seem too bothered you can try applying this wound spray (you should be able to get it a your local Petco). If after 5-7 days of treatment, if no improvement or it worsens, he should see a vet. ( https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetericyn-plus-hot-spot-antimicrobial-gel-for-dogs )

My dog's tail has scabs and pus. Can I treat this infection at home?

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