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What to do if my dog has pink discharge, swollen leg, not eating?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Spitz | Male | neutered | 20 lbs

my dog has pinkish liquid coming out of his back he's not eating and looks sick and I think a cut, or puss, I notice one leg is swollen too.

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Published on June 4th, 2019

This presentation could be due to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria or fungal infection). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics or antifungal meds (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem.
Disinfection can be possibly 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).
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