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My puppy has an abscess on its belly — should I squeeze the pus out?

An abscess on the belly is often a localized infection from scratching and breaking the skin. Small ones can be drained, cleaned with alcohol, and treated with a vet-recommended wound ointment. Persistent scratching usually points to a skin condition or parasites (mites, fleas, lice), in which case an external parasite treatment is advised.

Q&A 📅 October 9, 2020
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My Toy Poodle keeps scratching with its paws and rubbing against the wall — what’s going on?

Constant scratching can be a skin condition or just a dirty, unbathed coat. Check for scabs, red patches, hair loss, and dandruff; if present, a vet-recommended topical skin ointment treats it. If not, a medicated, parasite-control shampoo and a vet-recommended external parasite treatment usually resolve it.

Q&A 📅 October 9, 2020