Dog paw abscess growing something, still red, limping. What's wrong?

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Hi there. My dog is currently on antibiotics, orally and a spray, as well as a soak, for a small abscess on her paw in-between her two outer toes. I've now noticed that it looks like something is starting to grow out of the abscess. She continues to limp and, as you can see, it's still red and a bit puffy. She has an appointment Friday morning with her vet, who has been wonderful, but the anxious mama in me figured I'd do this to see what you thought we were looking at! She is otherwise healthy! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

It may be that the abscess is now developing underneath on the ventral area of the paw pads. This could be due to a foreign body reaction, commonly caused by a penetrating injury on the paw pad or in the interdigital space. Some pus could come out from the lump you are showing. Disinfection may be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking (if any).

Dog paw abscess growing something, still red, limping. What's wrong?

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