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Concerned: Puppy has a pus-filled spot on her belly. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 4 months and 21 days old | 9 lbs

Hello my Chihuahua cross westie puppy is 21 weeks old and she has this pus filled spot on her belly by her nipple it doesn't seem to affect her but I'm concerned

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 8th, 2018

This should be examined by a vet . If this is near the belly button it could be an umbilical abscess which can easily affect the liver. Any other abscess can cause sepsis if it is not treated. Please have a veterinarian examine her. Abscesses are usually lanced and flushed, and your puppy may need antibiotics.

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